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Differences between Jumping and Non–Jumping Legs in Division III Collegiate Track and Field Jumpers

Year: 2006

Type: article

Abstract: 1(2): 1-7.This study compares the differences in balance, circumference, strength, and power.Subjects were 5 male and 4 female Division III collegiate track & field athletes.After a brief warm-up; the participants were tested in maximal thigh and calf girths, balance, one-legged vertical jump test, and one-legged one rep max press.There were no significant statistical differences in bilateral comparisons (p> 0.05) among any of the variables tested.The data suggests that there is not a significant difference of muscle imbalance and force characteristics for collegiate track jumpers.More research should be conducted using tests with higher functional value to jumping disciplines.

Source: Minds at UW (University of Wisconsin)

Authors: Steven Caldwell, Erin Trench, Jamie Hoover, Nicole Bucheger

Language: English

Topic: Sports Performance and Training

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funder: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

OpenAlex ID: W2901678676

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Cites: 7

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10