Core Training in Amateur Soccer Players

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Core training: The core training group will receive progressive exercises designed to strengthen core muscles, 3 days a week for 8 weeks.

Control: The control group will continue with their routine training programs.

Study summary

The core region is a part of the body composed of axes surrounding the torso and plays a crucial role in maintaining stability. Therefore, it is considered important for maintaining athletic performance in athletes. This study aims to investigate the effects of core strength training, in addition to routine training programs, on jumping, agility, speed, balance, and shooting speed performance in amateur football players.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Jumping performance — Baseline, After intervention (eight week later)
  A mobile application compatible with the My Jump video camera system will be used to measure participants' vertical jump heights.
• Balance performance — Baseline, After intervention (eight week later)
  Participants' dynamic balance will be assessed using the modified Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT). Measurements will be taken in three directions: anterior, posteromedial, and posterolateral. The better the reach, the better the balance performance.
• Agility — Baseline, After intervention (eight week later)
  Agility will be assessed using the T-shaped agility test, which consists of four cones. Agility increases as the time decreases.
• Speed — Baseline, After intervention (eight week later)
  The 20-meter speed test will be used to determine the athlete's speed. Measurements will be taken using photocells placed at the beginning and end of the 20-meter running distance.
• Core endurance — Baseline, After intervention (eight week later)
  For core endurance testing, trunk extensor endurance (Sorenson test), trunk flexor endurance, and trunk oblique muscle endurance tests will be performed.

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