Development and psychometric validation of the Perceived Barriers in Fixed-Seat Rowing Scale (PBRS-FS-16)
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https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v79.118718Keywords:
rowing, trainera, fixed-seat, barriers, psychometrics, factor analysis, cross-validationAbstract
Introduction and Objective: The study of barriers in competitive sport has received little attention in the scientific literature, a limitation that is even more notable in the context of fixed-seat rowing. The main objective of this study was to develop and validate the Perceived Barriers in Fixed-Seat Rowing Scale (PBRS-FS-16).
Methodology: The sample consisted of 423 federated rowers (Mage = 25.06) from the main trainera competition leagues. A cross-validation design was employed using random sample splitting into two subsamples: calibration (n₁=212) for Exploratory Factor Analysis, and validation (n₂=211) for Confirmatory Factor Analysis.
Results: Exploratory Factor Analysis revealed a five-factor structure, confirmed by Confirmatory Factor Analysis with satisfactory indicators (χ²/gl = 1.70; CFI = .928; TLI = .908; RMSEA = .058; SRMR = .056). Internal consistency (McDonald's Omega) ranged between .65 and .77. The five factors identified were: Social and Cultural Context, Training Climate and Technical Support, Psychological Insecurity, Resources and Recognition, and Motivational Barriers.
Conclusions: The PBRS-FS-16 is a valid and reliable tool to diagnose perceived barriers in trainera rowing, allowing coaching staff to design personalized retention strategies in a sport characterized by its unique seasonal conflict.
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