|
|
Article: Effects of a short-term plyometric and resistance training program on fitness performance in boys age 12 to 15 years.(Research article)
- Article from:
- Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
- Article date:
- December 1, 2007
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 2007 Journal of Sports Science and Medicine. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
|
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of a six week training period of combined plyometric and resistance training (PRT, n = 13) or resistance training alone (RT, n = 14) on fitness performance in boys (12-15 yr). The RT group performed static stretching exercises followed by resistance training whereas the PRT group performed plyometric exercises followed by the same resistance training program. The training duration per session for both groups was 90 min. At baseline and after training all participants were tested on the vertical jump, long jump, medicine ball toss, 9.1 m sprint, pro agility shuttle run and flexibility. The PRT group ...