Effect of Plyometric Training on Selected Motor Abilities in Track and Field Athletes
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Track and field athletes require superior speed and agility to excel in competitive events. This study investigates the impact of a 12-week structured plyometric training program on these motor abilities. A total of 34 track and field athletes (aged 18-25 years) were randomly assigned to an experimental group (n=17) and a control group (n=17). Speed was assessed using the 50-Meter Sprint Test, and agility was measured through the Shuttle Run Test. A pre-test and post-test experimental design was employed, with data analyzed using a 2×2 repeated measures ANOVA. Results revealed a significant improvement in the experimental group’s sprint performance (6.68% reduction in sprint time, p < 0.001, η²p = 0.54) and agility (2.83% reduction in agility time, p = 0.014, η²p = 0.17). These findings suggest that plyometric training effectively enhances neuromuscular function, acceleration, and change-of-direction capabilities in track and field athletes. The study highlights the importance of plyometric interventions in athletic conditioning programs and suggests further exploration of sport-specific adaptations.
Authors: Ms. Upasna, Dr. Varender Singh Patial
Institution: IIMT University
Language: English
Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W6911796015
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