Effect of Plyometric Training Versus Resistance Training on Physical Performance in Detrained Athletes

Abstract

Background: Detraining is cessation of training activity, which leads to considerable loss in players performance. Due to cessation of training, both recreational and competitive players underwent detraining such as reduced vertical jump capacity, dynamic balance in game, and sprinting capacity. Therefore, retraining with a suitable training procedure is essential for players. This study analyzes the training procedure which is suitable for detrained athletes. The need for the study is limited resources only found in the detrained athletes performance enhancement. The aim of the study is to find the effect of plyometric training and resistance training on the detrained athlete and to compare both plyometric training and resistance training on detrained athlete. Method: This study was pre-test post-test experimental study design; a total of 30 subjects were selected randomly in this study. They were divided into group A and group B, in which plyometric training and resistance training were given respectively. The total study duration was 6 months, with total training duration of 8 weeks. For both the groups, pre and post-test was taken for y-balance test, vertical jump test and 30 m sprint test. Paired t test and unpaired t test were used as a statistical tool for the within group analysis and between group analysis respectively. Results: There is a significant difference between group A and group B in y-balance test, vertical jump test and 30-M sprint test after the training. Group A shows clinical significance more than Group B in all post-test mean values, with the p value < 0.05. Conclusion: Plyometric training shows a significant improvement over resistance training on physical performance in detrained athletes.