No 12 (2025)

The article examines the issue of the formation of military-pedagogical identity among cadets of the military institutes of the National Guard troops of the Russian Federation. The purpose of the study is to develop a methodological concept that ensures the formation of a future officer as a professional, educator, moral leader, and teacher. Research methods and organization. The study is based on a multi-level methodology that includes philosophical, general scientific, interdisciplinary, scientific-pedagogical, and research-technological levels. Research results and conclusions. An integrative model of the military-pedagogical identity of a future National Guard officer has been developed, with the core being the professional and moral structure of the personality. The pedagogical mechanisms for forming identity have been identified: value-semantic internalization, personal example of mentors, pedagogical support, creation of an educational environment, and reflective analysis of professional situations. It has been established that the integration of educational, nurturing, and project-research activities ensures the formation of values such as patriotism, duty, honor, social justice, and humanism. The developed concept allows for a comprehensive approach to the education of a new generation of National Guard officers possessing a high level of professional, moral, and pedagogical readiness. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the substantiation and construction of an integrative model of the military-pedagogical identity of National Guard cadets. The obtained results can be used to improve educational programs, enhance teacher qualifications, and develop diagnostic tools within the military education system.

The purpose of the study is to analyze the key issues and prospects for the development of pedagogical education in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), taking into account its unique regional characteristics. Research methods: theoretical analysis of scientific literature, statistical analysis, expert evaluation, comparative analysis, and generalization. Research results and conclusions. The main challenges have been identified: geographical remoteness, a multicultural environment, staffing shortages, and insufficient material and technical resources. Strategic measures to overcome them have been proposed: the implementation of distance learning technologies, the development of ethnocultural educational programs, and the strengthening of the role of the federal university and colleges in teacher training. It is concluded that a comprehensive approach, combining traditions and innovations, is necessary to ensure the sustainable development of pedagogical education in the region.

The purpose of the study is to analyze the effectiveness of the district system of physical culture and sports (using the Petrogradsky District of Saint Petersburg as an example) in creating conditions for engaging in health-improving physical activities. Research methods and organization. Methods of systematizing legal documents, analyzing scientific and methodological literature on the research topic; studying and summarizing statistical observation materials according to Form 1-FK for the period 2019-2023 in the Petrogradsky District of St. Petersburg regarding the organization of physical culture and health-improving activities in organizations of various departmental affiliations were used. Research results and conclusions. It has been identified that the district system of physical culture and sports is a dynamically developing social system. The main indicators of its functioning show positive trends. Within the framework of the district system of physical culture and sports, a variety of physical culture and sports services are provided by organizations and institutions to different population groups.

The purpose of the study is to develop a modified training program designed to improve the structural and content components that ensure successful performance in the final stage of the All-Russian Schoolchildren Olympiad in Physical Education. Research methods and organization. In the course of the work, an analysis of specialized literature was carried out, along with the analysis and synthesis of the protocols of the results of the final stages of the olympiad for 2020–2025, a pedagogical experiment, and testing of the level of theoretical and practical readiness of students by types of olympiad tests (theory, sports games, physical fitness, gymnastics, athletics). The pedagogical experiment was conducted on the basis of the preparation groups of the Moscow team. Research results and conclusions. A training program for the final stage of the Olympiad has been developed. The modification of the structural and content components of the program consisted of developing modules covering the main sections of the final stage program, with an emphasis on key types. The training program for the final stage of the Olympiad included 2 mesocycles of preparation, during which the relative load progressively increased in waves, reaching its peak by the 6th–7th week of training. The total training time over 8 weeks amounted to 185 hours (66 hours of theoretical classes and 119 hours of practical exercises). The conducted study demonstrated a positive impact of the developed program on participants' preparedness, with 49 out of 59 participants in the experimental group becoming prize-winners or winners of the Olympiad.

The purpose of the study is to conduct an analysis of the journal's scientific publications over the period from 1944 to 2025, and to identify the main scientific directions presented in various issues, as well as the contribution of Russian scientists to the development of topical issues of physical culture and sports. Research methods and organization. Methods of research such as theoretical analysis and synthesis of documentary materials, comparison, and specification were used. A bibliographic search was employed to identify directions and thematic priorities, which made it possible to collect and systematize information on publications related to physical culture and sports in the journal "Scientific Notes of the P.F. Lesgaft University". Research results and conclusions. An analysis of the content of the early issues of the journal showed that the topics covered remain relevant today: the functional state of athletes' bodies, the mass movement for physical culture, particularly the physical education of youth, medical supervision in sports, including injury prevention and treatment of occupational diseases among athletes, and issues of higher physical education.

The purpose of the study is to examine the presence and nature of the relationship between professionally significant psychophysiological qualities and the qualification level of football referees. Research methods: psychophysiological testing, methods of mathematical statistics. Research results and conclusions. Significant differences have been identified among referees of different qualifications in terms of time perception accuracy, reaction speed, and volitional qualities. Strong correlations were found between experience and perception accuracy, qualification and reaction speed, and volitional qualities and decision-making effectiveness. It was concluded that psychophysiological indicators are predictors of refereeing effectiveness, which justifies the need for specialized training for referees.

The purpose of the study is to determine the effectiveness of using the pedagogical content-support method to motivate women to engage in physical exercise. Research methods and organization. In the course of the study, the following methods were used: analysis of scientific literature, surveys, and a pedagogical experiment. The effectiveness of the designed methodology for pedagogical content support of women was assessed using a questionnaire to evaluate participants' well-being, as well as their motivation and awareness. Research results and conclusions. It has been identified that mass media serve as agents of socialization and shape an individual's information environment. The mass media that have the greatest influence on women's motivation to engage in physical exercise have been determined, and the relationship between age and information channels has also been revealed. The effectiveness of the experimental methodology is confirmed by an increase in the motivation and awareness of participants in the pedagogical content support.

The purpose of the study is to justify the potential use of sleep trackers for monitoring, analyzing, and individually adjusting the sleep of athletes. Research methods and organization. The smartphone application Sleep Cycle, the Polar Vantage V sports watch, clinical polysomnography, and methods of mathematical statistics were used. Research results and conclusions. During the experiments and the analysis of the obtained data, a significant correlation was found between the values of time spent in bed, total sleep time, and sleep efficiency of the participants, as recorded simultaneously by the aforementioned methods. In the experiments, Polar Vantage V sports watches also reliably recorded the total duration of brief awakenings. The results obtained allow us to conclude that a new, hardware-based, non-invasive method for recording and analyzing representative sleep characteristics of athletes has emerged in the methodological toolkit of sports somnology.

The purpose of the study is to identify the dynamics of physical fitness indicators of female athletes aged 15-17, members of the junior national rugby-7 team of the Krasnodar Territory, during a training camp. Research methods: analysis and synthesis of scientific and methodological literature, pedagogical testing, methods of mathematical statistics. Research results and conclusions. The dynamics of the analyzed physical fitness indicators identified during the study throughout the training camp indicate a methodologically sound structuring of the preparation process. The obtained results allow to conclude that the analyzed physical fitness indicators are at the level typical for athletes of this age category and meet the requirements of the federal standard for the sport of rugby.

The purpose of the study is to examine Range time indicators to optimize the tactics of shooting range performance by highly skilled biathletes. Research methods and organization. An analysis was conducted on the shooting range times of the top foreign biathletes at the World Cup stages and World Championships from 2023 to 2025, as well as of Russian biathletes at the Russian Championships and the Commonwealth Cup during the 2023–2025 season. The analysis utilized data from the international resource www.biathlonresults.com and the Russian resource www.biathlonrus.com. The results of the study have been integrated into the training process of the Russian national biathlon teams. Research results and conclusions. Range time indicators allow for the identification of athletes' strengths and weaknesses in actions at the shooting range. At the 2025 World Championship, in the men's sprint, the difference in approach and exit times from the two shooting ranges among the athletes who placed 1st to 10th was 4.9 seconds, while for women it was 7.3 seconds. The significant variability in Range time indicators, considering the high density of competitive results, necessitates their analysis and represents a potential for optimizing individual race strategies.

The purpose of the study is to analyze the characteristics of competitive activities of highly skilled water polo players under the conditions of the updated World Aquatics rules and to determine the nature of their impact on the requirements for the athletes' specialized physical training. Research methods and organization. The study was conducted based on video analysis of official matches of the Russian Championship and the Russian Super Cup in men's master water polo teams. Methods used included protocol analysis, comparative analysis, and mathematical-statistical analysis, providing an objective assessment of the dynamics and structure of game actions. Research results and conclusions. It has been established that the updated World Aquatics rules have contributed to an increase in the pace and density of the game, a growth in the proportion of fast transitions, and a reduction in the duration of attacks. The heightened intensity of competitive activity has intensified the demands on the development of speed-strength qualities, specific endurance, and the coordination abilities of water polo players. The obtained data can be used to improve training programs for high-level athletes.

The purpose of the study is to improve the training process of 10-12-year-old trampolinists through the use of a developed methodology for developing coordination abilities, based on the application of balance exercises in both static and dynamic conditions during the stage of sports specialization. Research methods and organization. The study utilized an analysis of scientific and methodological literature, the control exercise method, expert evaluation, the computer stabilometry method, pedagogical experiments, pedagogical observations, and mathematical-statistical methods. The methodology developed for the development and enhancement of coordination abilities in trampolinists aged 10–12 at the stage of sports specialization was tested at the Regional State Autonomous Institution of Additional Education, Sports School "Regional Center for Martial Arts" in Khabarovsk. The innovativeness of the proposed methodology lies in the use of various balance exercises in both static and dynamic conditions. The participants performed these exercises on the floor, on an unstable support, and on an acrobatic track. In addition to these exercises, exercises aimed at developing equilibrium were employed, performed with both open and closed eyes, while circular and rotational movements were added to increase their difficulty. The exercises were conducted at the beginning of the main part of the session and were combined into complexes of five exercises, which were not repeated, and their difficulty continuously increased. Each complex was used for a period of two weeks. Research results and conclusions. The results obtained showed an improvement in performance in almost all tests used to assess the coordination abilities of athletes in both groups, with more significant changes observed in the trampoline athletes of the experimental group. Training according to the experimental methodology had a significant impact on the technical preparedness of athletes aged 10-12 when performing basic elements in trampoline jumps. The results obtained during the experiment demonstrated the effectiveness of applying the developed methodology in the training process of trampoline athletes aged 10-12. This was evidenced by a significant increase in their level of coordination abilities, as well as an improvement in technical preparedness when performing basic elements on the trampoline.

The purpose of the study is to develop and scientifically justify a technology for enhancing the special physical preparation of athletes in the Latin American program to successfully perform floor supports in dance sport. Research methods and organization. In the course of the study, analysis of specialized literature, testing, expert evaluation, pedagogical experiment, and methods of mathematical statistics were applied. The experimental stage was carried out at the Lesgaft National State University of Physical Education, Sport and Health from December 9, 2024, to May 5, 2025, with the participation of twenty athletes at the highest level of sports mastery. Research results and conclusions. The key physical qualities determining the effectiveness of executing partner lifts have been identified, and the main muscle groups involved in both partners, which require targeted development during training, have been thoroughly analyzed. Based on the results of the experimental technology trial, it was concluded that incorporating specialized exercises performed in pairs, aimed at developing athletes' physical abilities under conditions of joint partner lift execution, allows for an effective improvement in the quality of partner lifts in the Latin American program.

The purpose of the study is to identify the most effective methods that will help enhance the relevance of the Russian national team's preparation plans and increase its competitiveness. Research methods and organization. The study employed the following methods: medical and biological testing – recording the results of tests conducted on the men's national team over the past three seasons; statistical analysis – processing the collected data using statistical methods to identify patterns and trends; comparative analysis – comparing test results with the athletes' performance in games. The study was conducted based on data obtained by the staff of the Analytical Department of the Central Sports Team of the Russian Federation. Over the course of three seasons, various tests were carried out to identify weaknesses in the athletes' training and to continuously adjust the training process. All testing was conducted in Kislovodsk, at the branch of the Federal State Budgetary Institution “Yug Sport,” using modern equipment. Research results and conclusions. The analysis conducted showed that the most significant factor for performance in curling is explosive strength (MAP). At the same time, parameters such as hand dynamometry, bioimpedance, and stabilometry require more detailed study, as their impact on game efficiency may vary depending on the individual characteristics of athletes.

The purpose of the study is to develop tools and methods for training active preparatory actions to improve the effectiveness of attacking, counterattacking, and defensive-responsive actions in the competitive practice of 12-13-year-old karate athletes. Research methods and organization. Pedagogical observations of the content of competitive activity were conducted using video recording tools, which eliminate any interference from researchers in the athletes' competitive activities. The study involved karate athletes aged 12–13. The experimental study included the use of video recordings and the processing of screenshots of the athletes’ performance of test tasks in both the experimental and control groups. At the end of the training season, the athletes underwent final testing, which was similar to the initial assessment. Research results and conclusions. The methodology for improving preparatory actions is aimed at achieving the fastest and most accurate assessment of an opponent's response. Training of active preparatory actions, based on evaluating the partner's (opponent's) responses, was conducted with the athletes of the experimental group during the main part of the session, following the practice of attacking techniques. The results obtained demonstrate a significant improvement in the time between the initiation of active preparatory actions and the partner's (opponent's) response, as well as in the timing of the initiator's attacking action in a combat encounter. The effectiveness of the experimental methodology aimed at enhancing active preparatory actions has been proven, and the necessity of its implementation in the training process at the instructional-training stage of sports preparation is substantiated.

The purpose of the study is to methodologically substantiate and experimentally test the effectiveness of the selection and orientation of swimmers at the training stage (advanced specialization), taking into account individual characteristics. Research methods and organization. Methods of analysis and synthesis of scientific and methodological literature, pedagogical experimentation, and statistical methods were used. The developed set of training sessions was implemented during the period from November 2024 to April 2025 as part of the additional educational program for sports training in swimming at Secondary School No. 19 in Irkutsk. Research results and conclusions. The effectiveness of the developed set of training sessions has been demonstrated, confirming the validity of the influence of individual characteristics of swimmers in choosing a specialization. The results obtained allow to conclude that such activities provide an opportunity to determine a swimmer's specialization: distance swimmer, sprinter, or all-rounder.

The purpose of the study is to analyze the age-related dynamics of athletic performance in slalom and giant slalom disciplines among men and women based on data from RUS points. Research methods and organization. Statistical methods of data analysis (descriptive statistics, non-parametric tests) were applied using proprietary software development. Data from the basic lists of the RFGS for the years 2012-2025 were processed. Research results and conclusions. A U-shaped dependence of performance on age has been established, with a peak at 25-30 years. Gender differences have been identified: in women, the performance peak occurs later (27-30 years), and the decline in results is more gradual. Disciplinary characteristics have been observed: in giant slalom, athletes maintain high performance levels for a longer period. The obtained data can be used to optimize the planning of athletic careers and training processes.

The purpose of the study is to specify the kinematic characteristics of the technique of the element "Flight Toss" in acrobatic rock 'n' roll. Research methods and organization. The following research methods were applied to achieve the objective: analysis of specialized literature and program documents, a method of contactless analysis of motion video sequences, and methods of mathematical statistics. In the first stage, the research methodology was determined. In the second stage, biomechanical studies were conducted aimed at recording the kinematic characteristics of the "Flight Toss" element technique using the Kinovea program for 10 pairs of athletes from the "Leader" club in St. Petersburg, competing in the "Formation Mix" category (men and women). Research results. In the course of the mathematical and statistical analysis of recorded kinematic indicators, the intersegmental joint angles of the body and the temporal parameters of the phases of the technical element "Flight Toss" were specified, which are characteristic of the qualitative execution of the motor program by highly skilled acrobatic rock-and-roll athletes.

The article examines the specific features of using functional all-around training tools in the training process of young taekwondo athletes at the stage of sports specialization. The purpose of the study is to identify the potential of functional all-around training tools in the training process of young taekwondo practitioners in the PRC. Research methods and organization. The study involved coaches of various ages and professional qualification levels from the cities of Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, and Harbin. The main research method employed was a questionnaire survey. Research results and conclusions. The obtained data indicate a high level of awareness among coaches regarding the concept of functional all-around training and an understanding of its significance for enhancing the effectiveness of the training process. The most valuable aspects of implementing functional all-around training, according to coaches, include improvement of general and specific physical fitness, injury prevention, and increased motivation for training. The main challenges in practical application identified by respondents were a lack of scientific and methodological literature, insufficient equipment, and difficulties in load management when working with athletes aged 12-14. At the same time, most coaches note a positive attitude within the sports community toward innovative training methods. The research results confirm the prospects of integrating functional all-around training into the preparation system for taekwondo athletes aged 12-14 and the need for further scientific and methodological justification of its application.

The purpose of the study is the development and testing of a program in adaptive physical education using the traditional Chinese gymnastics 'Bi JinZhi' to provide social services to working-age individuals with disabilities who have experienced an ischemic stroke. Research methods and organization. Based on the analysis and synthesis of scientific and methodological literature, as well as pedagogical observation, a model program for providing social services to working-age individuals with disabilities in a semi-stationary form of social care under the 'Bi JinZhi' direction was developed. The experiment was conducted at the SPbSBISSP 'Center for Social Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities and Children with Disabilities of the Kalininsky District of St. Petersburg' from March 2025 to June 2025. Research results and conclusions. The developed program aimed at correcting the motor function of the shoulder joint using the traditional Chinese wellness method "Bi JinZhi" for individuals who have suffered a stroke has demonstrated its effectiveness. It has been noted that the set of exercises from the traditional Chinese method "Bi JinZhi" can be used in rehabilitation programs to restore lost bodily functions following injuries, surgeries, or illnesses. Proper organization and adherence to the application guidelines allow for achieving maximum results in the rehabilitation process.

The purpose of the study is to improve the effectiveness of physical rehabilitation in elderly individuals with diabetes mellitus through physical exercise combined with the use of rehabilitation equipment from the 'Stabilan-01-2' complex. Research methods and organization. The methods of analysis and synthesis of scientific and methodological literature, pedagogical experimentation, and mathematical statistics were used. The study was conducted at the RSBI 'Khabarovsk Special Veterans' Home No. 1'. Research results and conclusions. The reliable improvement in balance and coordination observed during the study in elderly women with diabetes indicates the effectiveness of the developed methodology. The results obtained allow us to conclude that the combined use of physical exercises and rehabilitation equipment from the 'Stabilan-01-2' complex is advisable for correcting balance disorders in elderly individuals with diabetes.

The purpose of the study is to develop a model for forming motivation towards self-development and self-improvement in correspondence students studying in the 'Physical Education' profile. Research methods and organization. The study employed literature analysis, surveys, psychodiagnostic methods, pedagogical testing of physical fitness levels, expert evaluation, and statistical methods. The research was conducted at the Department of Physical Education and Sports of the Kuzbass Humanitarian and Pedagogical Institute, Kemerovo State University. Research results and conclusions. A model for developing motivation for self-development and self-improvement among students has been tested. It is recommended that the obtained data be taken into account in the professional training of correspondence students in the 'Physical Education' program to enhance pedagogical skills and professional competence.

The purpose of the study is to develop pedagogical interventions taking into account an integrative approach in the process of professional education. Research methods: analysis of scientific literature, surveys, mathematical processing of empirical data. Research results and conclusions. The obtained data indicate the effectiveness of the tested pedagogical interventions that optimize professional education within the educational environment of universities specializing in physical culture and sports. They also underscore the appropriateness of a comprehensive survey that provides feedback from the student body on the rationality of implementing experimentally developed proposals.

The purpose of the study is to examine the 'self-concept' and interpersonal relationships in patients with psoriasis. Research methods and organization. The study was conducted at the Samara Regional Dermatovenerologic Dispensary. The clinical group consisted of men and women with a verified diagnosis of psoriasis. The age of the subjects was 29.4 ± 7 years. The study was carried out using a testing method. Research results and conclusions. It has been found that individuals suffering from psoriasis are characterized by certain features of self-concept, such as instability of self-esteem and a lack of integration between its unconscious and conscious levels, low levels of aspiration, insecurity, and lack of independence, as well as high levels of self-respect and self-blame, and low levels of self-regulation and self-understanding. The dominant types of interpersonal interaction are "egocentric," "submissive," "dependent," "friendly," and "altruistic." Features of interpersonal interaction include difficulties in establishing contacts and avoiding competitive situations, a need for constant support and approval, and a tendency to avoid emotional closeness. Based on the obtained results, the main directions for psychological correction have been identified: stabilization of self-esteem, adequacy of aspiration levels, enhancement of self-guidance and self-understanding, and reduction of self-blame.

The purpose of the study is to determine the level of anticipatory competence of future physical education teachers and to identify its impact on adaptation to professional activities. Research methods and organization. The main research methods are the analysis and synthesis of scientific and methodological literature, pedagogical experimentation, and methods of mathematical statistics. The developed course program was tested in the educational process with fourth-year students in the field of study 44.03.01 Pedagogical Education, specializing in Physical Culture. Research results and conclusions. As a result of the study, the level of development of the components of anticipatory competence in students was identified. The obtained result allows us to conclude the advisability of including the developed training programs in the curriculum for future physical education teachers to enhance their adaptation to changes in real conditions.