Sports Physical Therapy
Conditions
Keywords
Upper-Limb Plyometric Training, TheraBand Power Training, Dry-Land Training, Upper-Limb Power, 50-Meter Freestyle, Medicine Ball Throw Test, Swimming Performance, 15-Meter Sprint Time
Brief summary
This randomized controlled trial will compare the effects of upper-limb explosive plyometric training and TheraBand-based power training on sprint swimming performance in competitive swimmers. Participants will be randomly allocated to either an explosive plyometric training group or a TheraBand-based power training group. Both groups will continue their routine aquatic training while completing their assigned dry-land training program for eight weeks. Outcomes including 50-meter freestyle performance, Medicine Ball Throw Test performance, and 15-meter sprint time will be assessed at baseline and after completion of the intervention. The study aims to determine which upper-limb training approach is more effective for improving sprint swimming performance.
Detailed description
The study aims to compare the effects of upper-limb explosive plyometric training and TheraBand-based power training on sprint swimming performance in competitive swimmers. The objectives are to compare the effects of both training approaches on 50-meter freestyle swimming performance, upper-limb power measured by the Medicine Ball Throw Test, and 15-meter sprint tim
Interventions
OTHERClosed-Chain Explosive Plyometric Training
Participants will perform a structured upper-limb explosive plyometric training program three times per week for eight weeks in addition to their routine aquatic training. The program will include explosive push-ups, medicine ball chest passes, overhead medicine ball throws, plyometric push-ups, and other upper-limb power drills using progressive overload.
OTHEROpen-Chain TheraBand-Based Power Training
Participants will perform a structured upper-limb power training program using progressive TheraBand resistance three times per week for eight weeks in addition to their routine aquatic training. Exercises will target the shoulder girdle, upper arm, and scapular stabilizers through controlled movements related to freestyle swimming. Resistance will be progressively increased according to participants' performance and tolerance.
Sponsors
Riphah International University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE (Outcomes Assessor)
Masking description
Outcome assessors will be blinded to participants' group allocation during outcome assessment.
Intervention model description
Participants will be randomly allocated to one of two parallel intervention groups. The experimental group will receive upper-limb explosive plyometric training, while the comparison group will receive TheraBand-based upper-limb power training. Both groups will continue their routine aquatic training for eight weeks.
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
MALE
Age
17 Years to 25 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Male competitive swimmers. * At least 2 years of swimming training experience. * Training at least 3 sessions per week. * Willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
* Musculoskeletal injury within the past 3 months. * Neurological disorders. * Cardiovascular disorders. * Current participation in structured resistance or plyometric training programs outside the study. * Contraindications to exercise or swimming. * Non-compliance with training sessions.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 50-Meter Freestyle Time | Baseline and Week 8 | Time in seconds required to complete the 50-meter freestyle time trial, measured at baseline and after completion of the 8-week intervention. Lower time indicates better sprint swimming performance. |
| 15-Meter Sprint Time | Baseline and Week 8 | Time in seconds required to complete the 15-meter sprint, measured at baseline and after completion of the 8-week intervention. Lower time indicates better sprint start performance. |
| Medicine Ball Throw Distance | Baseline and Week 8 | Distance achieved in the Medicine Ball Throw Test, measured at baseline and after completion of the 8-week intervention. Greater distance indicates greater upper-limb power. |
Contacts
CONTACTZobia Naseem, MS-SPT
PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATORZobia Naseem, MS-SPT
Riphah International University
Outcome results
None listed