IJFANS International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences

ISSN PRINT 2319 1775 Online 2320-7876

The Impact of Plyometric Training on Explosive Strength and Related Components in School Children

Main Article Content

Mukul Singh and 2Dr. Kanhaiya Kumar Singh

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of plyometric exercise on specific characteristics of school children. A total of 40 children enrolled in school were randomly assigned to either an experimental group or a control group. The experimental group participated in plyometric training sessions twice a week for a duration of 12 weeks, while the control group did not receive any form of intervention. Prior to the training, all participants underwent a pre-test to assess vertical jump, horizontal jump, leg strength, and back strength. Post-test measurements of the same variables were conducted after the plyometric training period. Paired t-tests were used to compare the differences between pre and post-test results, with a significance level set at 0.05. The findings revealed a significant improvement in explosive strength and strength-related components in the experimental group following the plyometric training intervention. In contrast, no significant improvement was observed in the control group. These results demonstrate that plyometric training has a beneficial impact on explosive strength and related components in school children. This research provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of incorporating plyometric exercises into school-based physical education programs. By integrating plyometric training, educators and coaches can promote the development of explosive strength and related physical attributes in children. Further studies are needed to explore the long-term effects and optimal training protocols of plyometric exercise in diverse populations of school children.

Article Details