Acute consumption of p-synephrine does not enhance performance in sprint athletes

2016 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jorge Gutiérrez-Hellín ◽  
Juan José Salinero ◽  
Javier Abían-Vicen ◽  
Francisco Areces ◽  
Beatriz Lara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Information ◽  
Monitoring Program ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Placebo Control Trial ◽  
Placebo Control ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
The Hours

P-Synephrine is a protoalkaloid widely used as an ergogenic aid in sports. This substance has been included in the World Anti-Doping Agency monitoring program, although scientific information about its effects on performance and athletes’ well-being is scarce. The purpose of this investigation was to determine the effectiveness of p-synephrine to increase performance in sprint athletes. In a randomized and counterbalanced order, 13 experienced sprinters performed 2 acute experimental trials after the ingestion of p-synephrine (3 mg·kg−1) or after the ingestion of a placebo (control trial). Forty-five minutes after the ingestion of the substances, the sprinters performed a squat jump, a countermovement jump, a 15-s repeated jump test, and subsequently performed 60-m and 100-m simulated sprint competitions. Self-reported questionnaires were used to assess side-effect prevalence. In comparison with the control trial, the ingestion of p-synephrine did not change countermovement jump height (37.4 ± 4.2 vs 36.7 ± 3.3 cm, respectively; P = 0.52), squat jump height (34.4 ± 3.6 vs 33.9 ± 3.7 cm; P = 0.34), or average 15-s repeated jumps height (31.8 ± 4.1 vs 32.2 ± 3.6 cm; P = 0.18). P-Synephrine did not modify maximal running speed during the 60-m (9.0 ± 0.5 vs 9.0 ± 0.4 m·s−1, respectively; P = 0.55) and 100-m sprint competitions (8.8 ± 0.5 vs 8.8 ± 0.5 m·s−1, respectively; P = 0.92). The ingestion of p-synephrine did not alter the prevalence of headache, gastrointestinal discomforts, muscle pain, or insomnia during the hours following the tests. Acute consumption of 3 mg·kg−1 of p-synephrine was ineffective to increase performance in competitive sprint athletes. Moreover, p-synephrine did not increase the occurrence of side effects after the competition.

scholarly journals Relationship Between Maximum Strength and Vertical Jump Performance in Junior Speed Skaters

GYMNASIUM ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol XXI (2) ◽  
pp. 140
Author(s):  
Raluca Doina Ștef ◽  
Emilia Florina Grosu
Keyword(s):  
Intervention Program ◽  
Isometric Force ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Maximal Isometric Force

The aim of this study was to determine the relationships between back squat maximal strength, maximal isometric force, jump squat and countermovement jump and whether power training improves parameters mentioned above in well-trained speed skaters. Sixteen athletes devided in two groups, performed two maximal squat strength test and two vertical jump test before and after the intervention program. Absolute strength showed a strong correlation with squat jump height (r = 0.762, p < 0.001) and countermovement jump height (r = 0.760, p < 0.001) but also between maximal isometric force and squat jump (r = 0.418, p = 0.036). Percentage change within the experiment group were significantly different from pre to post intervention for each parameter tested in the order described, respectively: 14%; 16.8%; 14.9%; 9.1%. These results suggest that jump squat training can improve several athletic performances developing high levels of lower body strength to enhance jump performance.

Effects of complex strength training with elastic band program on repeated change of direction in young female handball players: Randomized control trial

2021 ◽  
pp. 174795412110621
Author(s):  
Mehrez Hammami ◽  
Nawel Gaamouri ◽  
Yosser Cherni ◽  
Sabri Gaied ◽  
Mohamed Souhaiel Chelly ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Strength Training ◽  
Young Female ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Elastic Band ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Change Of Direction ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Back Extensor ◽  
Experimental Group

This study examined the effect of 10-week complex strength training with elastic band program on fitness components in young female handball players. Thirty-eight handball players aged 15.8 ± 0.2 years were randomly assigned to an experimental group or control group. The experimental group performed complex strength training with elastic band twice a week over 10 weeks, which included 8 workshops of progressing set length (number of sets) and band resistance for each specific exercise. Sessions were lasted approximately 35 min. The control group maintained regular in-season training. Tests included handgrip; back extensor; medicine ball throw; 30 m sprint times; Modified Illinois change-of-direction (Illinois-MT); four jump tests (squat jump, countermovement jump, countermovement jump with arms and five jump test; static (stork test) and dynamic (Y balance test) balance; and repeated sprint T-test. The experimental group enhanced all strength performance (handgrip right ( p < 0.001), handgrip left ( p < 0.001), back extensor strength ( p < 0.001) and medicine ball throw ( p < 0.001) compared to the controls); sprint performance (5 m ( p<0.001), 10 m ( p < 0.001), 20 m ( p < 0.001), and 30 m ( p < 0.001)); the change of direction (Illinois-MT ( p < 0.001)); jump performance (squat jump ( p < 0.001), countermovement jump ( p < 0.001), countermovement jump with arms ( p < 0.001), and five jump test ( p < 0.01)); and the repeated sprint T-test scores ( p<0.001in all scores). In contrast, no significant difference in both static and dynamic balance performance between experimental group and control group. Ten weeks of complex strength training with elastic band improve fitness components measures in young female handball players then habitual training.

Why is countermovement jump height greater than squat jump height?

1996 ◽  
Vol 28 (11) ◽  
pp. 1402-1412 ◽  
Author(s):  
MAARTEN F. BOBBERT ◽  
KARIN G. M. GERRITSEN ◽  
MARIA C. A. LITJENS ◽  
ARTHUR J. VAN SOEST
Keyword(s):  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump

scholarly journals The effects of neuromuscular performance and perceptual parameters in futsal athletes playing consecutive games

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 292
Author(s):  
Cristiane Blausius Salvi Hübner ◽  
Cristiano André Hübner ◽  
Martim Gomes Weber ◽  
Fernando De Souza Campos ◽  
Renan Felipe Hartmann Nunes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Outcomes Research ◽  
Perceived Exertion ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Team Sports ◽  
Rating Of Perceived Exertion ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Neuromuscular Performance ◽  
Jump Test

The present study aims to analyze the effects of consecutive futsal games on neuromuscular performance and rating of perceived exertion in athletes. Fourteen male futsal players (16.5 ± 0.51 years, 67.5 ± 11.1 kg; 1.73 ± 0.08 cm; 22.5 ± 2.3kg/m²) from a youth futsal team took part at the study. Our research monitored the team throughout the 4-day qualifying phase of the Campeonato Paranaense de Futsal (the Youth Futsal Championship of the State of Paraná, Brazil). The athletes underwent the following tests immediately after each futsal match: vertical jump test (Squat Jump (SJ)), Countermovement Jump test (CMJ), and a rating of perceived exertion (s-RPE) session. Magnitude based inference analysis reported CMJ values likely lower after the 2nd match when compared with the results obtained after the 1st and 4th matches: (ES= -0.46 low) and (ES= -0.53 moderate), respectively. Furthermore, SJ values reported after the 2nd match are likely lower if compared with the outcomes obtained after the 1st match (ES= -0.56 moderate) and possibly lower when compared with the 3rd matches (ES= -0.45 low). PSE results were significantly different comparing the 1st and 2nd matches (p=0.04); the 1st and 3rd matches (p=0.01); and the 3rd and 4th matches (p=0.01). Moreover, the outcomes research obtained after the 1st match are very likely to be lower when compared with the results from the 2nd (ES= -0.97 high) and 3rd matches (ES= high); and almost certain lower when compared with the 2nd and 3rd matches (ES= -0.45 low). Test results research obtained after the 4th match are very likely to be lower than the ones from the 2nd (EF=-0.83 high) and 3rd matches (ES= 1.01 high). Thus, by investigating the youth futsal tournament, the study could observe under-17 athletes delivered a decreased performance in vertical jump tests throughout the 4-consecutive-day championship, which can be associated with an increased rating of perceived exertion.Keywords: team sports, physical performance, fatigue, muscle damage.

scholarly journals Explosive Strength of Lower Limbs in 10 – 12 Years Old Athletes of Individual Sports

2020 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 94-104
Author(s):  
Daniela Leütterová ◽  
Petra Tomková ◽  
Dalibor Dzugas ◽  
Peter Kačúr ◽  
Pablo Prieto Gonzalez
Keyword(s):  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Statistical Characteristics ◽  
Strength Development ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Explosive Strength ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Student’S T ◽  
Individual Sports

SummaryThe aim of the study was to determine the levels of lower limb explosive strength of girls in different sport specialization. The sample consisted of 24 girls in aerobic gymnastics (n = 12) and athletic (n = 12) aged 10 to 12 years. To assess the levels of girls’ lower limbs explosive strength, we administered the following tests: countermovement jump test, countermovement jump with free arms test, squat jump test, 10-seconds repetitive jumping test. Testing sessions took place in September 2019. To obtain data about the levels of lower limbs explosive strength, we recorded step height (cm) and duration of the flight phase (s). Data about the lower limbs explosive strength were collected using the Optogait system for optical detection. We applied basic statistical characteristics, namely Student’s t-test and multivariate linear regression. There were no significant differences between girls in aerobic gymnastics and athletics. We recorded better test results in the group of girl’s athletes in the countermovement jump, countermovement jump with free arms and squat jump. In the group of girl’s involved in aerobic gymnastics, we recorded better results in the 10-second repetitive vertical jumping and vertical jump strength. According to the collected data, we may conclude that the training process of the selected girls in terms of explosive strength development is significantly different. Girls involved in aerobic gymnastics showed a higher level of performance in the 10-second vertical jump, which results from the structure of sport specificity.

scholarly journals Relationship between body composition, Yo-Yo intermittent recovery test and vertical jump test in elite young soccer players

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erkan Akdoğan ◽  
Süleyman Olgun
Keyword(s):  
Body Composition ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Soccer Players ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Recovery Test ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Regional Body Composition

Objective: The aim of this study is to find out the relationships among body composition, Yo-Yo intermittent recovery (IR) test and vertical jump test in elite young soccer players. Material and Methods: Eighteen healthy young male soccer players (Age: 16.5±0.3 years, height: 178.0±5.9 cm, body weight: 65.9±7.9kg,) voluntarily participated in the study. Total and regional body composition parameters of the soccer players were examined through a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) method. Vertical jump performance tests were squat jump (SJ) and active jump (AJ), and endurance performances were determined by the Yo-Yo intermittent recovery level 1 test (Yo-Yo IR1). Relationships among body composition, Yo-Yo intermittent recovery test and vertical jump test were analyzed with Pearson Correlation coefficient. Significance level was taken as ≤0.05. Results: A statistically significant negative correlation was found between squat jump and countermovement jump (r=-0.588, r=-0.573, p<0.05), and the leg fat rate. However, there were no statistically significant relationship among squat jump, Yo-Yo IR1 and countermovement jump and other whole/regional body composition (p>0.05). Conclusion: Changes in body composition are important issues for the physical performance level of young soccer players, as local excess body fat may cause deterioration, especially in jumping performance.

scholarly journals Anthropometric and functional profiles of elite athletes from different categories at ABADÁ Capoeira World Championship

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucas G Almeida ◽  
Eduardo S Numata Filho ◽  
Geovani A dos Santos ◽  
José T C Cardoso - Mestre Camisa ◽  
Sérgio R Moreira
Keyword(s):  
Functional Performance ◽  
Specific Training ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
World Championship ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Strength Tests ◽  
Functional Profiles ◽  
The City ◽  
Push Up

AbstractThis study aimed to characterize the anthropometric and functional profiles of 50 male elite competitors at the 2017 Capoeira World Championship organized by ABADÁ Capoeira School in the city of Rio de Janeiro. The competitors were divided into different weight categories: lightweight (VIOLA, ≤76.9 kg; n = 15), intermediate weight (MEDIO, 77.0–85.9 kg; n = 25), and heavyweight (GUNGA, ≥86.0 kg; n = 10). Two evaluation batteries were performed: 1) anthropometry and somatotype determination and 2) functional performance on push-up, sit-up, and sit-and-reach tests; quadrant jump test (QJT); squat jump (SJ); and countermovement jump (CMJ). Results reveal that the mesomorphic component of the somatotype differed between the GUNGA subgroup and other groups (F[2,47] = 7.617; p = 0.001), while ectomorphy differed between the VIOLA and GUNGA subgroups (F[2,47] = 3.899; p = 0.027). The “endo-mesomorph” classification predominated in the three investigated categories. For functional performance, there was a difference in QJT between the VIOLA and GUNGA subgroups (F[2,47] = 4.299; p = 0.019). The endomorphism had a negative correlation (p < 0.01) with the performance in the sit-up (r = -0.51), push -up (r = -0.39), SJ (r = -0.45), and CMJ (r = -0.49). We concluded that at the international level, male elite competitors show predominance in the mesomorphic component of the somatotype. Furthermore, the endomorphic component correlated inversely with functional performance in trunk and upper limb resistance tests and lower limb explosive strength tests. These results can help coaches in targeting specific training programs for Capoeira athletes who aim for a high competitive level.

Influence of Dorsiflexion Shoes on Jump Performance

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 290-293
Author(s):  
Juan J. Salinero ◽  
Cristina González-Millán ◽  
Javier Abián-Vicén ◽  
Juan Del Coso Garrigós
Keyword(s):  
Peak Power ◽  
Center Of Gravity ◽  
Force Platform ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Plantar Flexors ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Lower Position ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Sports Shoes

The goal of dorsiflexion sports shoes is to increase jumping capacity by means of a lower position of the heel in relation to the forefoot which results in additional stretching of the ankle plantar flexors. The aim of this study was to compare a dorsiflexion sports shoe model with two conventional sports shoe models in a countermovement jump test. The sample consisted of 35 participants who performed a countermovement jump test on a force platform wearing the three models of shoes. There were significant differences in the way force was manifested (P< 0.05) in the countermovement jump test, with a decrease in the velocity of the center of gravity and an increase in force at peak power and mean force in the concentric phase. Moreover, peak power was reached earlier with the dorsiflexion sports shoe model. The drop of the center of gravity was increased in CS1 in contrast to the dorsiflexion sports shoe model (P< .05). However, the dorsiflexion sports shoes were not effective for improving either peak power or jump height (P> .05). Although force manifestation and jump kinetics differ between dorsiflexion shoes and conventional sports shoes, jump performance was similar.

scholarly journals Sex-Related Changes in Physical Performance, Well-Being, and Neuromuscular Function of Elite Touch Players During a 4-Day International Tournament

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (8) ◽  
pp. 1138-1146
Author(s):  
Nick Dobbin ◽  
Cari Thorpe ◽  
Jamie Highton ◽  
Craig Twist
Keyword(s):  
Physical Performance ◽  
Power Output ◽  
Peak Power ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Neuromuscular Function ◽  
Peak Force ◽  
Peak Power Output ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Males And Females

Purpose: To examine the within- and between-sexes physical performance, well-being, and neuromuscular function responses across a 4-day international touch rugby (Touch) tournament. Methods: Twenty-one males and 20 females completed measures of well-being (fatigue, soreness, sleep, mood, and stress) and neuromuscular function (countermovement jump height, peak power output, and peak force) during a 4-day tournament with internal, external, and perceptual loads recorded for all matches. Results: Relative and absolute total, low-intensity (females), and high-intensity distance were lower on day 3 (males and females) (effect size [ES] = −0.37 to −0.71) compared with day 1. Mean heart rate was possibly to most likely lower during the tournament (except day 2 males; ES = −0.36 to −0.74), whereas rating of perceived exertion-training load was consistently higher in females (ES = 0.02 to 0.83). The change in mean fatigue, soreness, and overall well-being was unclear to most likely lower (ES = −0.33 to −1.90) across the tournament for both sexes, with greater perceived fatigue and soreness in females on days 3 to 4 (ES = 0.39 to 0.78). Jump height and peak power output were possibly to most likely lower across days 2 to 4 (ES = −0.30 to −0.84), with greater reductions in females (ES = 0.21 to 0.66). Well-being, countermovement jump height, and peak force were associated with changes in external, internal, and perceptual measures of load across the tournament (η2 = −.37 to .39). Conclusions: Elite Touch players experience reductions in well-being, neuromuscular function, and running performance across a 4-day tournament, with notable differences in fatigue and running between males and females, suggesting that sex-specific monitoring and intervention strategies are necessary.

scholarly journals Relationships of the 5-Jump Test (5JT) Performance of Youth Players With Volleyball Specific’ Laboratory Tests for Explosive Power

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 155798832097768
Author(s):  
Karim Ben Ayed ◽  
Helmi Ben Saad ◽  
Mohamed Ali Hammami ◽  
Imed Latiri
Keyword(s):  
Peak Power ◽  
Laboratory Tests ◽  
Leg Length ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Explosive Power ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Volleyball Players ◽  
S Peak ◽  
The Relationship

Volleyball involves movements with and/or without horizontal approaches (i.e., spike jumps, jump setting, blocking). The 5-jump test (5JT) was suggested to assess lower limb explosive power of athletes competing in some disciplines (e.g., soccer, judo, running). It appears that no previous study has investigated the 5JT performance components in volleyball players. This study aimed to test the relationship between 5JT performance and two specific laboratory tests for explosive power (i.e., countermovement jump [CMJ] and squat jump [SJ]). Forty volleyball players (boys, mean age: 12.4 ± 0.8 years) were tested for 5JT, CMJ, and SJ tests. 5JT performance was expressed in absolute terms (m), and relative to leg length (5JTLL) and body mass (5JTBM). The SJ and CMJ tests were evaluated using the optojump photoelectric cells and the following data were collected: peak power (Pp) of jump (W, W.kg-0.67), peak jumping force (Fpeak, N), peak jumping velocity (Vpeak, m/s), peak heights of CMJ and SJ (CMJH and SJH, respectively, cm). Only significant ( p < .05) Pearson product-moment correlations ( r) > 0.30 were considered. 5JT performance was significantly correlated with SJ, Vpeak ( r = 0.90), SJH ( r = 0.88), Pp [W.kg-0.67 ( r = 0.86), W ( r = 0.72)], Fpeak ( r = 0.45); and CMJ, Vpeak ( r = 0.82), CMJH ( r = 0.80), Pp [W.kg-0.67 ( r = 0.89), W ( r = 0.85)], Fpeak ( r = 0.73). 5JTLL values were significantly related to SJ, Pp [W ( r = 0.81), W.kg-0.67 ( r = 0.74)], Vpeak ( r = 0.82); and CMJ, Pp [W ( r = 0.73), W.kg-0.67 ( r = 0.84)], Vpeak ( r = 0.75), Fpeak ( r = 0.67)]. 5JTBM values were significantly related to SJ, Pp (W, r = −0.43). To conclude, in youth volleyball players, the 5JT may be viewed as an explosive strength diagnostic instrument under field circumstances.

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