Association of Performance in Strength and Plyometric Tests with Change of Direction Performance in Young Female Team-Sport Athletes

Falch, Hallvard Nygaard; Kristiansen, Eirik; Haugen, Markus Estifanos; Tillaar, Roland van den

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“…Accordingly, there could exist a transfer between the strength training program and the force-oriented COD manoeuvre as earlier research has found both bilateral and quarter squat performance to be associated with force-oriented COD performance in a similar population [ 23 ]. It is not possible to evaluate the isolated effect of the different exercises, but it could be speculated that the bilateral back squat shares similarities with the pivot in the force-oriented COD.…”

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“…Three tests were utilized to measure strength by external load lifted (bilateral, lateral, and unilateral squat), as well as three plyometric tests: drop-jump (reactive strength index), skate-jump length, and unilateral countermovement jump height. The different tests were retrieved from earlier research in which such tests were thoroughly described [ 22 , 23 ].…”

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“…Nevertheless, muscular strength is an integral part for producing force, thus an important component for athletes to express high levels of power in dynamic movements (P = F ∗ v) [ 13 ]. Furthermore, horizontal accelerations and decelerations have been found to differentiate between fast vs. slow COD performers in young female team sport athletes [ 23 ]. Although studies have observed that strength training positively influences COD performance, exercises performed at slow muscular contraction velocities have been suggested to be more specific towards developing force-oriented CODs if not accompanied by high-velocity exercises [ 9 ].…”

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“…The study was conducted in men adapted to strength training. Contradictorily, Falch, et al [ 23 ] reported that young female athletes’ performance in strength exercises is more associated with both force- and velocity-oriented CODs compared to plyometric exercises. This may be due to a certain amount of strength being needed to express high levels of power output [ 13 ] and that there might exist a threshold of strength development before athletes should emphasize plyometric exercises.…”

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“…This may be due to a certain amount of strength being needed to express high levels of power output [ 13 ] and that there might exist a threshold of strength development before athletes should emphasize plyometric exercises. This contradiction might therefore be a result of the female athletes in the study by Falch, Kristiansen, Haugen, and van den Tillaar [ 23 ] expressing lower levels of relative strength, indicating strength training to be a more suitable training in modality in such a population oppose to plyometric training.…”

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Effect of Strength vs. Plyometric Training upon Change of Direction Performance in Young Female Handball Players

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The aim of the current study was to investigate the effect of six weeks of strength vs. plyometric training upon change of direction (COD) performance. A total of 21 young female handball players were randomly assigned to either a strength group: (n = 11, age: 17.5 ± 2.3 years, height: 1.69 ± 0.05 m, weight: 65.8 ± 5.9 kg) training bilateral, unilateral and later squats; or a plyometric training group (n = 10, age: 17.1 ± 2.4 years, height: 1.73 ± 0.07 m, weight: 67.1 ± 9.3 kg) training drop jumps, unilateral countermovement jumps and skate-jumps. Groups were assigned after being pair-matched based upon baseline COD performance. The training modalities were matched in training impulse. A force- (180°) and velocity-oriented (45°) COD of 20 m was used to measure changes in COD performance (10 m + COD + 10 m). Total time (s) to complete the COD test was defined as the performance variable. The level of significance was set at p < 0.05. The two-way ANOVA showed no group effect upon COD performance. A significant effect was only observed for the strength training group in the last 10 m and total 20 m of the force-oriented COD (F ≥ 5.51; p ≤ 0.04; η2 ≥ 0.36). Both groups improved performance in other strength- and power-related tests. It was concluded that only the strength training program was effective in developing force-oriented COD performance in the studied population, while the plyometric training program was not sufficient. Both training modalities are useful for improving performance in different strength and power tests in young female handball players.

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Biomechanical and Neuromuscular Performance Requirements of Horizontal Deceleration: A Review with Implications for Random Intermittent Multi-Directional Sports

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Rapid horizontal accelerations and decelerations are crucial events enabling the changes of velocity and direction integral to sports involving random intermittent multi-directional movements. However, relative to horizontal acceleration, there have been considerably fewer scientific investigations into the biomechanical and neuromuscular demands of horizontal deceleration and the qualities underpinning horizontal deceleration performance. Accordingly, the aims of this review article are to: (1) conduct an evidence-based review of the biomechanical demands of horizontal deceleration and (2) identify biomechanical and neuromuscular performance determinants of horizontal deceleration, with the aim of outlining relevant performance implications for random intermittent multi-directional sports. We highlight that horizontal decelerations have a unique ground reaction force profile, characterised by high-impact peak forces and loading rates. The highest magnitude of these forces occurs during the early stance phase (< 50 ms) and is shown to be up to 2.7 times greater than those seen during the first steps of a maximal horizontal acceleration. As such, inability for either limb to tolerate these forces may result in a diminished ability to brake, subsequently reducing deceleration capacity, and increasing vulnerability to excessive forces that could heighten injury risk and severity of muscle damage. Two factors are highlighted as especially important for enhancing horizontal deceleration ability: (1) braking force control and (2) braking force attenuation. Whilst various eccentric strength qualities have been reported to be important for achieving these purposes, the potential importance of concentric, isometric and reactive strength, in addition to an enhanced technical ability to apply braking force is also highlighted. Last, the review provides recommended research directions to enhance future understanding of horizontal deceleration ability.

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Association between Lower Body Qualities and Change-of-Direction Performance: A Meta-Analysis

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The aim of the present study is to determine the associations between lower-extremity muscle strength qualities and change of direction (CoD) performance. Three databases were used to perform a systematic literature search, and up to September 30 2022. From the studies that met the inclusion criteria, the Pearson’s r correlation coefficient to examine relationships muscle strength qualities and COD performance was extracted. The quality of included studies was evaluated by the modified version of the Downs and Black Quality Index tool. Heterogeneity was testified via the Q statistic and I2, and Egger’s test was used to assess small study bias. The results revealed that lower-extremity maximal strength (pooled: r=-0.54, dynamic: r=-0.60, static: r=-0.41), joint strength (pooled: r=-0.59, EXT-ecc: r=-0.63, FLEX-ecc: r=-0.59), reactive strength (r=-0.42) and power (pooled: r=-0.45, jump height: r=-0.41, jump distance: r=-0.60, peak power: r=-0.41) were negatively and moderately related to CoD performance. To conclude, the results highlight that a number of muscle strength qualities are associated with CoD performance, that are pertinent to specific phases of a directional change. It should be noted that the conclusions of this study do not establish causality and further research is needed to better understand their training effects and underlying mechanisms.

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Association of Performance in Strength and Plyometric Tests with Change of Direction Performance in Young Female Team-Sport Athletes

Cited by 5 publications

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Effect of Strength vs. Plyometric Training upon Change of Direction Performance in Young Female Handball Players

Effect of Strength vs. Plyometric Training upon Change of Direction Performance in Young Female Handball Players

Biomechanical and Neuromuscular Performance Requirements of Horizontal Deceleration: A Review with Implications for Random Intermittent Multi-Directional Sports

Association between Lower Body Qualities and Change-of-Direction Performance: A Meta-Analysis

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