scholarly journals Effects of Core Strength Training Using Stable and Unstable Surfaces on Physical Fitness and Functional Performance in Professional Female Futsal Players

2018 ◽  
Vol 65 (1) ◽  
pp. 213-224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Lago-Fuentes ◽  
Ezequiel Rey ◽  
Alexis Padrón-Cabo ◽  
Alejandro Sal de Rellán-Guerra ◽  
Ana Fragueiro-Rodríguez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Strength Training ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Functional Movement Screen ◽  
Core Strength ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Functional Movement ◽  
Unstable Surface ◽  
Post Test

Abstract The aim of this study was to assess the effect of core strength training performed on a stable surface (CTS) compared with core strength training performed on an unstable surface (CTU) on physical fitness (jump performance, sprint, and repeated sprint ability (RSA)) and quality of movement (Fundamental Movement Screen) in professional female futsal players. Fourteen professional female futsal players (mean age: 23.7 ± 5.1 years, age range: 18-28 years) were randomly assigned to a CTS (n = 7) or a CTU (n = 7) group. The intervention program was carried out 3 times a week over 6 weeks. Players of both groups performed the same four core-strengthening exercises. The only difference between the two interventions was that the CTU group performed all exercises (i.e., shoulder bridge, side bridge, prone plank, and crunch) on an unstable surface (Togu® Dyn-Air). Within-group analysis showed significant improvements (p < 0.001) in 10 m sprint performance from the pre- to post-test in the CTS (+4.37%) and CTU (+5.00%) groups. Players in both the CTS (+10.39%) and CTU (+11.10%) group also showed significant enhancement in the Functional Movement Screen total score, from the pre-test to post-test. In addition, a significant time effect was also observed for the CTU group in the relative score of the RSA test decreasing from the pre- to post-test (-30.85%). In the between-groups analysis, there were no significant differences between the core strength training groups (CTS vs CTU) in any variable. To conclude, sprint and Functional Movement Screen performance improved following CTS and CTU when conducted in combination with regular futsal training. In addition, CTU had limited benefit in RSA compared to CTS.

scholarly journals Effects of Training with an Agility Ladder on Sprint, Agility, and Dribbling Performance in Youth Soccer Players

2020 ◽  
Vol 73 (1) ◽  
pp. 219-228
Author(s):  
Alexis Padrón-Cabo ◽  
Ezequiel Rey ◽  
Anton Kalén ◽  
Pablo B. Costa
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Soccer Players ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Speed Test ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Coordination Training

AbstractThe aim of this study was to examine the effects of coordination training using an agility ladder compared with a control group on physical fitness and technical performance in youth soccer players. Eighteen male youth soccer players (age: 12.2 ± 0.4 years; body height: 158.3 ± 10.8 cm; body mass: 45.0 ± 8.0 kg) were randomly assigned to an agility ladder group (n = 10) or a control group (n = 8). The intervention program was carried out three times a week over six weeks. Before and after the training period, the 10 m sprint, 20 m sprint, dribbling speed test, agility test, and slalom dribbling test performances were assessed. Within-group analysis showed significant improvements (p < 0.005) in 10 m and 20 m sprint performance from the pre- to the post-test for the agility ladder group (-2.39% and -2.10%) and the control group (-2.54% and -1.44%). No significant differences (p > 0.005) were found from the pre- to the post-test in the dribbling speed test, agility test, slalom dribbling test, and skill index. In the between-group analysis, there were no differences between the agility ladder group and the control group in any variable. In conclusion, the findings of this study suggest coordination training with an agility ladder does not seem to be effective to improve physical fitness and dribbling. Therefore, this information could be beneficial to players and coaches for programming tasks during soccer training sessions.

scholarly journals HURDLE STEP COMPONENT SCORE FROM THE FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SCREEN IS ASSOCIATED WITH STRENGTH, SPEED, AND JUMP PERFORMANCE

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (7_suppl3) ◽  
pp. 2325967121S0017
Author(s):  
Sophia M. Ulman ◽  
Laura Saleem ◽  
Kirsten Tulchin-Francis
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Performance ◽  
Injury Risk ◽  
Functional Movement Screen ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Functional Movement ◽  
Youth Athletes ◽  
Component Score ◽  
Highly Active ◽  
Knee Strength ◽  
Component Scores

Background: The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a tool designed to establish a baseline for fundamental movement capacity, highlight limitations and limb asymmetries, and identify potential injury risk. Previous research has shown that individual components of the screen are also indicative of injury risk, as well as potential predictors of athletic performance unlike the FMS composite scores. However, this literature is limited and lacks statistical power. Identifying which component scores are predictive of injury risk and athletic performance would provide a quick, powerful tool for coaches and trainers to evaluate athletes. Purpose: To determine if individual component scores of the FMS are associated with athletic performance in highly-active youth athletes. Methods: Youth athletes participated in the Specialized Athlete Functional Evaluation (SAFE) Program. Data collection was extensive, however, for the purpose of this abstract, only a selection of data was analyzed – age, BMI, years played, total number of past injuries, isokinetic knee strength, 10- and 20-meter sprint, single-leg hop (SLH) distance, and FMS scores. Seated knee flexion/extension strength was collected at 120°/second using a Biodex System 4, and peak torque was normalized by body weight. The maximum distance of three SLHs was recorded for each leg and normalized to leg length. FMS scores used for analysis included the total composite and component scores, including the deep squat, hurdle step, in-line lunge, shoulder mobility, active straight-leg raise, trunk stability push-up, and rotary stability. Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Tests were used to determine side-to-side differences, and Kruskal-Wallis tests were performed to determine differences in athletic performance based on FMS scores ( α<0.05). Results: A total of 38 highly-active, youth athletes (26F; 15.4±2.6 years; BMI 21.0±5.3) were tested. Participants reported playing organized sports for 8.7±3.4 years, having 2.0±1.2 past sports-related injuries, and 74% reported specializing in a single sport. No side-to-side differences were found. While the composite FMS score significantly differed by number of past injuries ( p=0.036), it was not associated with athletic performance. Alternatively, left knee strength, sprint speeds, and right hop distance significantly differed by the hurdle step component score (Table 1). Conclusion: While the composite FMS score was not an indicator of athletic performance, the hurdle step component score was associated with strength, speed, and jump performance. This individual task could be a beneficial tool for coaches and trainers when evaluating athletic ability and injury risk of athletes. Tables/Figures: [Table: see text]

scholarly journals The effect of functional movement screen and lower extremity training on hamstring/quadriceps ratio in football players

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 80-85
Author(s):  
Akan Bayrakdar ◽  
Boz Hilal Kılınç
Keyword(s):  
Lower Extremity ◽  
Sports Injury ◽  
Left Knee ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Football Players ◽  
Functional Movement Screen ◽  
Functional Movement ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Right

Background and Study Aim. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of functional movement screen and lower extremity training on hamstring/quadriceps (H/Q) ratio in football players. Material and Methods. 11 players from Sivas Belediyespor, affiliated to the Turkish Football Federation, participated in this study. The average age of the players involved in the study was 25.75±4.45, height averages 178.49±8.72 cm, and body weight averages 69.83±6.47 kg. Players who participated in the study had previously suffered a knee area injury. In addition to team training for 8 weeks, extra exercises to strengthen their hamstring and quadriceps muscles were conducted 3 times a week. Isokinetic force tests and Functional Movement Screen (FMS) tests were conducted in the study. Data obtained were evaluated in SPSS package 24 program. Results: There was a significant difference in the total score of FMS at the level of p<0.05. Deep squat 13.5%, hurdle step 10.49%, in line lunge 9%, shoulder mobility 3.44%, active straight 6.84%, trunk stability push up 6.84%, rotatuar stability 14.73% and FMS total score 17.24% showed improvement. There was a significant difference in the H/Q ratio between both the right knee and left knee pre-test and post-test at p<0.01 level. The right knee developed at a rate of 600 H/Q at a rate of 17.24% and the left knee developed at a rate of 600 H/Q. Conclusions: As a result, 8 weeks of extra lower extremity exercises can be said to increase the H/Q ratio of football players. It is also seen that the FMS score has increased. Thus, it is thought that the risk of football players having a sports injury again is reduced.

The Effect of Short Period FIFA 11+ Exercise as Physical Conditioning Program Among Young Amateur Football Players

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 207
Author(s):  
Muhammad Ikhwan Zein ◽  
Saryono
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Football Players ◽  
Physical Conditioning ◽  
Improvement Program ◽  
Core Strength ◽  
Leg Strength ◽  
Short Period ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Post Test

This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of short period FIFA 11+ exercise, which used as a physical fitness improvement program for young amateur football players. This one group experimental study involving 13 football players as subjects (ages 14.92 + 0.77 years, weight 55.23 + 9.62 kg, height 1.64 + 0.06 meters, BMI 20.42 + 2.71 kg/m2). Subjects underwent FIFA 11+ exercises three times per week for four weeks. Measurements of physical fitness components include core strength, leg strength, leg power, speed, and agility performed before and after FIFA 11+ intervention. Changes in measurement results (pre and post-test) were analyzed using a paired t-test (p <0.05). The results showed that the mean subjects experienced a significant increase in the components of the core strength (p = 0.004), leg strength (p = 0.043), and leg power (p = 0.002). The results of this study indicate that a short period of FIFA 11+ training is useful and can be used as an alternative program to improve physical fitness for young football players.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 05 No. 02 April’21 Page: 207-212

Can Selected Functional Movement Screen Assessments Be Used to Identify Movement Deficiencies That Could Affect Multidirectional Speed and Jump Performance?

2015 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 195-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert G. Lockie ◽  
Adrian B. Schultz ◽  
Corrin A. Jordan ◽  
Samuel J. Callaghan ◽  
Matthew D. Jeffriess ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Functional Movement Screen ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Functional Movement

scholarly journals Efectos de un Programa de Intervención sobre las habilidades emocionales en niños preescolares

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 62
Author(s):  
Mirian Grimaldo Muchotrigo ◽  
César Merino-Soto
Keyword(s):  
Intervention Program ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Moral Emotions ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Participatory Techniques ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Los Grupos ◽  
Experimental Group

RESUMENEl objetivo de este estudio es determinar los efectos del programa de intervención Descubriendo Mis emociones cuyo objetivo es reconocer y expresar las emociones positivas y morales, y el manejo de emociones negativas en un grupo de niños/as en edad preescolar de Lima. El estudio ha seguido un diseño de investigación cuasi experimental con grupo de control con pre test y post test. La muestra estuvo conformada por 125 participantes con una edad promedio de 5 años (95 del grupo experimental y 30 del control). Se determinó la evidencia basada en la validez de contenido, de constructo y confiabilidad del instrumento. El programa se organizó en diez  sesiones semanales de aproximadamente dos horas cada una, mediante la aplicación de técnicas participativas. Al inicio de la intervención, no se encontraron diferencias significativas en los puntajes obtenidos por los niños/as que conformaron el grupo control y el grupo experimental. En el análisis intragrupos, los dos grupos experimentales mostraron leves diferencias; en el análisis entre-grupos, se detectaron claras diferencias entre el grupo control y los grupos experimentales; en el análisis clinicométrico, hubo un mayor cambio confiable y clínico en los grupos experimentales. Se discuten las implicaciones de un programa orientado al reconocimiento de emociones en niños/as. ABSTRACT The goal of this study is to determine the effects of an intervention program discovering my Emotions for recognizing and expressing positive, negative and moral emotions. It was conducted with a group of preschooler’s children in Lima. The study followed a quasi-experimental research design with pre-test and post-test control groups. The study sample comprised 125 participants with an average age of 5 years (95 in the experimental group and 30 in the control group), through intentional sample. Content validity, construct validity and reliability of the instrument were determined. The program was organized in ten weekly sessions of approximately two hours per session by applying participatory techniques. In the pretest, no significant differences were found in the scores obtained from the control group and the experimental group. In the intra-test group analysis, the two experimental groups showed slight differences. In the posttest, clear differences were detected between the control group and the experimental groups; in the clinical metric analysis, there was a greater reliable and clinical change in the experimental groups. The strategies, activities and participatory techniques are analysed, the regular attendance of the participants, among other aspects and the implications of the program oriented to the recognition of emotions in children are discussed. Pre-school children who participated in the program were able to recognize and express positive, moral and negative emotions. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the program and verifies the hypothesis formulated.

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