scholarly journals EXPLOSIVE POWER IN BASKETBALL PLAYERS

2020 ◽  
pp. 119
Author(s):  
Nikola Aksović ◽  
Miodrag Kocić ◽  
Dragana Berić ◽  
Saša Bubanj
Keyword(s):  
Lean Body Mass ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Basketball Player ◽  
Power Development ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Professional Basketball ◽  
Explosive Power

Explosive power in basketball is manifested through various variants of jumps, starting acceleration, sudden changes in direction, deceleration, sudden stops and passing. The aim of this research is to identify and sum up the relevant literature published in the period from 2000 to 2019, focusing on the explosive power of basketball players, and to explain relations between training programs and explosive power development. The results confirmed that explosive power is a significant characteristic of professional basketball players and one of the most important factors for achieving top results. The results show that in spite of the inborn coefficient, the development of explosive power can be realized through planned, rational and well-organized training. A positive correlation was determined between explosive power and running at short distances, jumps and throwing, as well as between explosive power and lean body mass in basketball players of different ages.  It is necessary to give greater attention to the training of explosive power, because it is an effective means that contributes to the efficiency of the basketball player.

Exercise and body composition

1991 ◽  
Vol 70 (3) ◽  
pp. 994-997 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. B. Forbes
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Lean Body Mass ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Published Data ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
Body Fat Content ◽  
Ad Libitum

We assessed changes in body composition in 41 young adults who engaged in various exercise and/or training programs on ad libitum diets. Most of those who gained weight sustained an increase in lean body mass (LBM), and most of those who lost weight lost LBM as well as fat. The change in LBM was directly related to the change in weight, with a regression slope of 0.500. An analysis of published data confirms these findings and, in concert with our data, provides the additional information that the magnitude of the change in body composition in exercising individuals is influenced by body fat content, just as it is for nonexercising individuals.

scholarly journals The Explosive Power And Speed Abilities Of Lower Extremities Of Young Basketball Players

2015 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 112-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatiana Gallová ◽  
Ladislava Doležajová ◽  
Anton Lednický ◽  
Kestutis Matulaitis ◽  
Mitja Bračič
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass ◽  
International Comparison ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Lower Extremities ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Mass Measurements ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
National Team ◽  
Explosive Power

SummaryThe authors compared selected somatic data and test results in 20 m sprint and countermovement jump (CJM) of 14-year-old Lithuanian players from Sabonis Center (LT, n=143; body height: 173.7 ± 8.99 cm; body mass: 59.30 ± 11.40 kg), and Slovenian (SLO, n=84; body height: 172.8 ± 9.96 cm; body mass: 60.10 ± 12.49 kg) and Slovak national team players (SVK, n=42, body height: 177.5 ± 9.07 cm; body mass: 63.32 ± 11.36 kg). The SVK players were divided into the narrow pick (A-team, n=16) and broader roster (B-team, n=26). Within the SVK groups, significant differences between the A-team and B-team have been found in terms of body height (p<0.05) and body mass measurements (p<0.01), and in the test 20 m sprint (p<0.05). In CMJ results, the differences of the A-team and B-team have not been statistically significant. In the international comparison SVK players were taller than SLO and LT players (p <0.05). In the test 20 m sprint SVK players have achieved significantly better results (LT p <0.05, SLO p <0.01). On the contrary, in CMJ test the results (height of the jump) of SVK players were significantly worse than SLO and LT players (p<0.01).

scholarly journals BODY HEIGHT, BODY MASS, BODY MASS INDEX OF ELITE BASKETBALL PLAYERS IN RELATION TO THE PLAYING POSITION AND THEIR IMPORTANCE FOR SUCCESS IN THE GAME

2021 ◽  
pp. 74-79
Author(s):  
Milan Anđelić ◽  
Marko Joksimović ◽  
Aleksandar Kukrić ◽  
Elvira Nikšić ◽  
Stefania D'Angelo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Morphological Characteristics ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Professional Basketball ◽  
Basketball Game ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Different Levels

The morphological characteristics of elite basketball players are of great interest to some authors in order to define the best morphological profile for a particular playing position and different levels of competition. The aim of the research was to determine the differences in morphological characteristics in professional basketball players in relation to the playing position in different league competitions and to determine the relevance of these characteristics for success in the game. The survey included a sample of 773 elite basketball players competing in five different leagues in Europe. In our study, we found that centers are significantly taller and heavier than guards and forwards are. In addition to other components of basketball (technique, tactics, coach strategy), body height, body mass and body mass index play a major role in overall performance in a basketball game in all positions. The obtained data can help coaches in the scouting process in which leagues in Europe are played by players with certain morphological characteristics in relation to the playing position.

scholarly journals Acute caffeine supplementation promotes small to moderate improvements in performance tests indicative of in-game success in professional female basketball players

2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (8) ◽  
pp. 849-856 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emilija Stojanović ◽  
Nenad Stojiljković ◽  
Aaron T. Scanlan ◽  
Vincent J. Dalbo ◽  
Ratko Stanković ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass ◽  
Perceived Exertion ◽  
Ratings Of Perceived Exertion ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Arm Swing ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Professional Basketball ◽  
Perceived Performance ◽  
Testing Data

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of acute caffeine supplementation on anaerobic performance in professional female basketball players. A double-blind, placebo-controlled, experimental design was used in a randomized counterbalanced manner. In separate sessions, 10 professional basketball players ingested caffeine (3 mg/kg body mass) or a placebo (dextrose: 3 mg/kg body mass) 60 min before completing countermovement jumps (CMJ) with and without arm swing, a squat jump (SJ), the Lane Agility Drill, 20-m sprints (with 5-m and 10-m split times recorded) with and without dribbling a ball, and a suicide run. Participants provided ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) and ratings of perceived performance 30 min following testing. Data analyses included the use of effect size (ES) and significance. Caffeine supplementation produced small nonsignificant (p > 0.05) increases in CMJ without arm swing (ES = 0.30), CMJ with arm swing (ES = 0.29), SJ (ES = 0.33), and the lane agility drill (ES = –0.27). Caffeine supplementation produced small to moderate significant improvements in 10-m (ES = –0.63; p = 0.05) and 20-m (ES = –0.41; p = 0.04) sprint times without dribbling. Caffeine supplementation promoted a moderate significant reduction in RPE during the test battery (ES = –1.18; p = 0.04) and a small nonsignificant improvement in perceived performance (ES = 0.23; p = 0.53). Acute caffeine supplementation may produce small to moderate improvements in key performance attributes required for basketball while reducing RPE.

scholarly journals Anthropometric Characteristics of Spanish Professional Basketball Players

2015 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-106 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alejandro Vaquera ◽  
Santiago Santos ◽  
José Gerardo Villa ◽  
Juan Carlos Morante ◽  
Vicente García-Tormo
Keyword(s):  
Body Composition ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Fat Content ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Professional Basketball ◽  
Body Fat Content ◽  
Anthropometric Characteristics ◽  
Elite Level

AbstractThe study of elite basketball players’ anthropometric characteristics alongside those of body composition contributes significantly to their profiling as professional athletes and plays an important role in the selection process, as these characteristics can have a significant impact on performance. In the current study, 110 professional basketball players from a series of Spanish professional Leagues (ACB, LEB and EBA) and youth level National Teams (U20 and U18) had their anthropometric profiles measured and compared to determine differences between them. Furthermore, all 110 players were divided into three different categories according to their playing position: guards, forwards and centres. The results obtained show no significant differences between players in different competitions in weight, height and the sum of skinfolds. Nonetheless, there were several differences related to body fat content (13.03% in ACB players and 10.52% in the lower categories and National Teams). There were also several differences found between the different playing positions amongst all playing levels in body mass (79.56 ± 2.41, 91.04 ± 1.51 and 104.56 ± 1.73 kg), height (182.28 ± 0.96, 195.65 ± 1.00 and 204.08 ± 0.67 cm), skinfold distribution and perimeters. However, there were no significant differences in body fat content between the different playing positions. The conclusions obtained from this study provide a better understanding to basketball specialists regarding the selection process of players at the elite level, especially on the transition from youth elite programs to men’s elite leagues.

Somatotype, Body Composition and Explosive Power of Athlete and Non-Athlete

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 26-34
Author(s):  
Saha Sukanta
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Lean Body Mass ◽  
Muscle Mass ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Skeletal Muscle Mass ◽  
Explosive Power

Abstract The aim of this study was to identify the effect of somatotype and body composition variables on leg explosive power of college level men students. The sample consisted of 500 young college students, divided into two groups: athletes (N= 250) undergoing Bachelor of Physical Education course whose mean age 23.86 ± 0.36 years; and non-athletes (N= 250) college students who do not take part regular physical activities and mean age 22.16 ± 0.88 years. The somatotype was assessed using the Heath & Carter method. Assessing body composition of the subject various anthropometric measurements were taken. Sargent vertical jump test was used to measure leg explosive power. The measures were compared between the two groups using the Student t-test for independent samples. The two groups differed significantly (p≤0.01) in terms of body weight, % body fat, lean body mass, % skeletal muscle mass and somatotype. The findings of the present study showing that athlete have higher mean values in leg explosive power (p≤0.01) than non-athlete. The leg explosive power was positively significantly (p≤0.01) correlated with % skeletal muscle mass, lean body mass, mesomorphy and ectomorphy components of somatotype; on the other hand body weight, height, % body fat, body surface area and endomorphy component of somatotype significantly (p≤0.01) negatively correlated. In conclusion, somatotype and body composition variables are important factors in determining leg explosive power.

THE EFFECT OF VARYING RESISTANCE TRAINING PROGRAMS ON STRENGTH, LEAN BODY MASS, AND METABOLISM

2002 ◽  
Vol 34 (5) ◽  
pp. S125
Author(s):  
B L. Haddock ◽  
H Hoppmarshak ◽  
G Blix ◽  
J Mason ◽  
S Smith
Keyword(s):  
Resistance Training ◽  
Lean Body Mass ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Training Programs

scholarly journals Changes in Muscle Stiffness of the Trapezius Muscle after Application of Ischemic Compression into Myofascial Trigger Points in Professional Basketball Players

2018 ◽  
Vol 64 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Kisilewicz ◽  
Marcin Janusiak ◽  
Rafał Szafraniec ◽  
Małgorzata Smoter ◽  
Bogdan Ciszek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass ◽  
Trigger Point ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Trapezius Muscle ◽  
Muscle Stiffness ◽  
Single Session ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Professional Basketball ◽  
Upper Trapezius ◽  
Trigger Point Therapy

Abstract The study aimed to assess the effects of compression trigger point therapy on the stiffness of the trapezius muscle in professional basketball players (Part A), and the reliability of the MyotonPRO device in clinical evaluation of athletes (Part B). Twelve professional basketball players participated in Part A of the study (mean age: 19.8 ± 2.4 years, body height 197 ± 8.2 cm, body mass: 91.8 ± 11.8 kg), with unilateral neck or shoulder pain at the dominant side. Part B tested twelve right-handed male athletes (mean ± SD; age: 20.4 ± 1.2 years; body height: 178.6 ± 7.7 cm; body mass: 73.2 ± 12.6 kg). Stiffness measurements were obtained directly before and after a single session trigger point compression therapy. Measurements were performed bilaterally over 5 points covering the trapezius muscle. The effects were evaluated using a full-factorial repeated measure ANOVA and the Bonferroni post-hoc test for equal variance. A p-value < .05 was considered significant. The RM ANOVA revealed a significant decrease in muscle stiffness for the upper trapezius muscle. Specifically, muscle stiffness decreased from 243.7 ± 30.5 to 215.0 ± 48.5 N/m (11.8%), (p = .008) (Part A). The test-retest relative reliability of trapezius muscle stiffness was found to be high (ICC from 0.821 to 0.913 for measurement points). The average SEM was 23.59 N/m and the MDC 65.34 N/m, respectively (Part B). The present study showed that a single session of compression trigger point therapy can be used to significantly decrease the stiffness of the upper trapezius among professional basketball players.

ACTN3 R577X Polymorphism and Explosive Leg-Muscle Power in Elite Basketball Players

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 226-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nuria Garatachea ◽  
Zoraida Verde ◽  
Alejandro Santos-Lozano ◽  
Thomas Yvert ◽  
Gabriel Rodriguez-Romo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Power ◽  
Recessive Model ◽  
Muscle Performance ◽  
Basketball Player ◽  
Power Performance ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Explosive Power ◽  
The Status ◽  
Leg Muscle

Purpose:To determine the association of the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism with leg-muscle explosive power in Spanish (white) elite basketball players and controls.Participants:100 (60 men) elite basketball players (cases) and 283 nonathletic controls.Methods:The authors assessed power performance by means of the vertical-squat and countermovement-jump tests.Results:Genotype distributions did not differ between groups (cases: 37.0% [RR], 42.0% [RX], and 21.0% [XX]; controls: 31.8% [RR], 49.8% [RX], and 18.4% [XX]; P = .353). The authors did not observe any effect of the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism on study phenotypes in either group, including when they performed the analyses separately in men and women. They found no association between the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism and the likelihood of being an elite basketball player using the dominant or the recessive model, and the results remained unaltered when the analyses were adjusted for sex, weight, height, and age or when performed for men and women separately.Conclusions:Although the ACTN3 R577X is associated with explosive muscle performance and this phenotype is important in the sport of basketball (ie, during jumps), the authors found no association with leg explosive power in elite basket players or with the status of being this type of athlete.

scholarly journals RELIABILITY OF TESTS FOR SPEED AND AGILITY ASSESSMENT IN CADET BASKETBALL PLAYERS

2021 ◽  
pp. 559
Author(s):  
Miloš Lukić ◽  
Adam Petrović ◽  
Nemanja Ćopić ◽  
Svetlana Petronijević ◽  
Srećko Jovanović
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Basketball Player ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Reliable Test ◽  
Correlation Studies ◽  
Agility Assessment ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Shuttle Run

The aim of this research is to determine whether the Illinois test (IL), T-test (Tt), 4x5m Shuttle run (4x5m), 20 m Sprint (S20m), 10 m Sprint (S10m) are reliable tests in assessing the speed and agility of cadet basketball players. The strategy of this research involved a traditional quantitative approach to research with a correlation studies design. The total sample consisted of 38 male participants. The mean age of the participants was -AGE=16.03 years, body height-BH=183.5 cm; body mass-BM=74.1 kg; Body Mass Index-BMI=22.08 kg/m2. The most reliable agility test when performing without a ball is ILNB, while less reliable are TtNB and the 4x5mNB, both without a ball. A reliable test that is performed without a ball to assess the speed of a cadet basketball player is the S10mNB. On the other hand, all speed and agility tests when performed with a ball are reliable for testing cadet basketball players. The proposed speed and agility tests have proven to be reliable for cadet basketball players.

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