The studies that aim to
bring together the strength and the speed of movement are called plyometric
trainings. Our aim in this study is to be able to show the effect of plyometric
training program on sportive performance parameters in young soccer players and
to make recommendations for coaches and sportsmen on sportive training and
training planning from this point. Twenty-four male soccer players aged 17-22
making regular soccer training participated in the study. Two different groups
were formed as experimental and control groups and a plyometric training
program was applied to the experimental group for 3 days a week for 8 weeks.
Both groups continued their normal soccer training. Height, weight, body mass
index (BMI), body fat percentage (BFP), aerobic capacity (VO2max),
anaerobic capacity, speed and flexibility were measured before and after
training. The trainings known as drop jump, box jump, squat jump, split squat
jump, overhead slam and plyometric push-up were applied to the plyometric
training group. Vertical jump test was used for anaerobic capacity measurement.
Flexibility test (Sit and Reach test) and speed test (30 m) were applied. For
statistical analysis, Paired Sample t-test was used in group comparisons and
Independent Sample t-test was used for intergroup comparisons. BFP, anaerobic capacity,
VO2max, speed and elasticity values were found to be significant
after the plyometric training program of the experimental group (p<0.05). BFP
and VO2max values of the control group were significant (p<0.05).
When the groups were compared, anaerobic capacity, speed and flexibility values
were found to be significant in favor of the experimental group (p<0.05).
There was no significant difference in weight, BMI, BFP and VO2max
values (p>0.05). As a result of our research, the plyometric training
program applied to young soccer players is considered to have a positive effect
on sportive performance parameters. It can be said that regular and programmed plyometric
training improves sportive performance positively.
Primary Language | English |
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Journal Section | Articles |
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Publication Date | December 30, 2018 |
Acceptance Date | December 3, 2018 |
Published in Issue | Year 2018 |