Effect of Plyometrics Training on Explosive Strength and Speed Performance of Long Jumpers

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of plyometric training on explosive strength & speed performance of long jumpers. Various studies suggest that plyometric training improves explosive strength and speed performance. However, the effectiveness of plyometric training depends upon several factors. Integrating plyometric training program aims to provide a comprehensive approach to performance enhancement. Based on their training, Seven male jumpers were divided into 2 groups: a plyometric training group (n=7), a weight training group and a control group (n=7). The program was designed to implement in starting phase of competitive season, where aim to maintaining peak performance and minimizing risk of injuries. The objectives of the study were to determine the effect of plyometric training on explosive strength and speed performance of Long Jumpers. Subjects in each of the training group trained five days per week, whereas control subjects did as usual/traditional training. The data was analyzed by a paired sample t-test. The results showed that all the training treatment of Strength test found elicited significant difference in mean compression while (P<0.05) and the compression of mean in speed test was also found significant difference and (P<0.05) respectively. The findings of this study reveal a significant improvement on both speed and strength performance. The researchers proved that the addition of plyometric training in a routine/traditional training program was more effective in improving of sprint and explosive strength performance. Researchers strongly recommend that athletics coaches implement plyometric training in training schedule to enhance the performance of their athletes.