The Effects of Resistance Training and Plyometric Training on Lower Limb Power in College Students at Baoshan University
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Background and Aim: Enhancing lower limb power is essential for improving human movement efficiency and athletic performance. However, many college students in China lack knowledge about appropriate training methods to improve this physical attribute. This study examines the effects of resistance, plyometric, and complex training on the development of lower limb power in college students.
Materials and Methods: The study utilized three training interventions: resistance training, plyometric training, and complex training. Lower limb power was assessed using the Standing Broad Jump (SBJ), Squat Jump (SJ), and Countermovement Jump (CMJ). A total of 45 college students who volunteered and passed the inclusion criteria participated. The training programs were developed based on existing power training principles and validated using the index of Item-Objective Congruence (IOC). Measurements were conducted at three-time points: pre-training, after the 4th week, and after the 8th week. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, one-way repeated measures ANOVA, and LSD post hoc multiple comparisons with a significance level of 0.05.
Results: The results showed that complex training significantly outperformed resistance and plyometric training in enhancing lower limb power significant at a level of 0.05. All three groups demonstrated progressive improvements in lower limb power indicators throughout the 8 weeks. No significant differences were observed among the groups at week 4, but significant differences emerged by week 8, particularly favoring the complex training group.
Conclusion: Complex training is more effective than resistance or plyometric training alone in improving lower limb power among college students. While all training modalities contributed to improvements over time, significant differences were observed only after eight weeks, highlighting the importance of sustained intervention for measurable outcomes.
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