Abstract
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of judo training on anthropometric characteristics and motor abilities of boys, aged 11 to 15 from the Serbian province of Vojvodina. On the sample of 117 schoolaged boys who train judo, and 254 boys who do not, anthropometric characteristics and motor abilities have been compared with an independent t-test. Results have clearly shown better performance in motor tests by the judo-trained, as well as differences in subjects in anthropometric characteristics. The effects of judo training on anthropometric characteristics and motor abilities are reflected in changes in circular dimensions with regard to statistically significant differences in speed, strength and coordination in the judo-trained compared with the judo-untrained participants.
