The Effect of Different Training Frequencies on Students' Mastery of Traditional Chinese Archery Basic Techniques: A Neurophysiological and Pedagogical Analysis

Abstract

Traditional Chinese archery transcends mere physical sport, representing a profound practice of mind-body unity and cultural transmission. For novices, the scientific arrangement of training frequency is a critical pedagogical challenge for efficiently mastering foundational techniques, which are characterized by their complexity and reliance on fine proprioception. This paper investigates the differential effectiveness of various training frequencies—specifically contrasting high-frequency, short-duration sessions with low-frequency, long-duration sessions—on the acquisition of basic skills in traditional Chinese archery. Grounded in the principles of exercise physiology, motor skill learning theory, and cognitive neuroscience, it provides a granular analysis of their respective advantages in neural pathway development, skill consolidation, and mental focus, alongside potential drawbacks such as injury risk and psychological burnout. The paper culminates in proposing an optimized hybrid training model that strategically integrates high-frequency deliberate practice, periodic immersive sessions, "offline" mental visualization, and deep cultural immersion. This model is designed to transition skill acquisition from simple muscular repetition to a cultivated, holistic discipline. Systematic recommendations for teaching practice are offered, emphasizing thematic training, individualized feedback, and the nurturing of intrinsic motivation through philosophical engagement.