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Strength training protocols tailored for badminton players: a pilot study

Palraj Balaji, Chandrababu Suresh, Swamynathan Sanjaykumar, Yuliya Kalmykova, Grygus Igor, Joseph Lobo, Edi Setiawan

 

Palraj Balaji et al. – Strength training protocols tailored for badminton players: a pilot study –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(1); 383-388

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG007D4HBJ

Abstract
Aim of the study. The primary aim of this study was to explore the impact of three distinct strength training methods—plyometric training, resistance band exercises, and compound weightlifting—on performance indicators such as vertical jump height, agility, and shoulder flexibility in badminton players.
Material and methods. Thirty male amateur badminton players (aged 18–25 years) with a minimum of two years of playing experience participated in the study. The participants were randomly assigned to one of three training groups, each performing their respective training regimen three times a week for six weeks. The three groups were: plyometric training, resistance band training, and compound weightlifting. Performance was assessed before and after the intervention using vertical jump tests, a shuttle run for agility, and a shoulder flexibility test.
Results. Statistical analyses (ANOVA) revealed significant improvements in all performance measures. Plyometric training significantly boosted agility (p = 0.001), while resistance band exercises improved shoulder flexibility (p = 0.003). Compound weightlifting led to significant gains in vertical jump height (p = 0.005). No significant differences were found in vertical jump height improvements across groups (p = 0.08), although agility and shoulder flexibility showed distinct benefits based on the type of training (p < 0.05).
Conclusions. The study indicates that different strength training approaches yield specific improvements in performance for badminton players. Plyometric exercises are most effective for enhancing agility, resistance band training is beneficial for shoulder flexibility, and compound weightlifting excels in boosting vertical jump height.
Keywords
badminton, plyometric training, resistance band exercises, compound weightlifting, performance metrics
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Effects of scapular function training versus plyometric training on pain and functional improvement in students with neck and shoulder pain – randomized controlled trial

Hajira Husna, Kamalakannan M, Hariharan J, Priyanga Seemathan, Praveenkumar R

Hajira Husna, Kamalakannan M, Hariharan J, Priyanga Seemathan, Praveenkumar R
– Effects of scapular function training versus plyometric training on pain and functional improvement in students with neck and shoulder pain – randomized controlled trial –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(1); 108-113

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG007DOV14

Abstract
Introduction. Neck and shoulder pain is a common issue among students, often resulting from prolonged poor posture, academic workload, and inadequate ergonomic conditions. Implementing effective intervention strategies is crucial to managing this problem.
Aim. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of scapular function training and plyometric training in reducing pain and improving functionality among students experiencing neck and shoulder pain.
Materials and methods. This study randomly selected 60 individuals who reported neck and shoulder pain. The participants, aged 18–25 years and of both genders, were confirmed to be experiencing neck and shoulder discomfort. Exclusion criteria included a history of severe neck or shoulder injuries, such as cervical disc prolapse or whiplash injury, and uncooperative behavior. A total of 30 individuals were assigned to two equal groups: group A (scapular function training) and group B (plyometric training). Pain and disability outcomes were assessed using the Northwick Park Questionnaire (NPQ), the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI), and the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS). The intervention consisted of a four-week exercise program, including three sets per session, 10 repetitions per set, 20 minutes of training per session, and five sessions per week.
Results. Group A had a post-treatment mean NPRS score of 4.2, while group B had a mean score of 4.5. The post-treatment mean NPQ score for group A was 59.6, compared to 58.9 for group B. The average post-treatment SPADI score for group A was 60.24, while for group B, it was slightly lower. The findings suggest that scapular function training was effective in reducing pain and improving functional performance in individuals with neck and shoulder pain.
Conclusion. The study indicates that scapular function training is more effective than plyometric training in reducing pain and enhancing functionality among students experiencing neck and shoulder pain.
Key words
neck pain, plyometric training, scapular function training, shoulder pain
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Does three sessions of 12-week plyometric training per week improve physical fitness parameters in professional male soccer players? A randomized controlled trial

Deepak Siby, Navaraj Chelliah Jesus Rajkumar, Nirmal Michael Salvi, Debajit Karmakar, Ibnu Noufal Kambitta Valappil, Bekir Erhan Orhan, Farjana Akter Boby, Yuni Astuti

Deepak Siby et al. – Does three sessions of 12-week plyometric training per week improve physical fitness parameters in professional male soccer players? A randomized controlled trial –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(1); 84-93

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG007DDZ6Q

Abstract
Background. Plyometric training is recognized for enhancing various physical fitness parameters critical to athletic performance, particularly in soccer players.
Purpose. This study aimed to assess the effects of a 12-week plyometric training program, conducted three times per week, on key fitness parameters in professional male soccer players.
Methods. A total of 40 professional male soccer players were randomly assigned to a control group (CG, n=20) and a plyometric training group (PTG, n=20). Participants (mean height = 176.14±3.28 cm, weight = 68.24±2.17 kg, and age = 20.31±2.30 years) underwent a 12-week plyometric training intervention. Fitness assessments were conducted before and after the intervention, measuring agility (t-test), balance (stork stand test), speed (50 m dash), power (medicine ball throw test), explosive power (vertical jump), leg strength (standing broad jump), and core strength (sit-up test).
Results. Significant improvements (p < 0.001) were observed in the PTG across all fitness parameters compared to the control group, indicating the effectiveness of plyometric training in enhancing physical fitness in soccer players.
Conclusion. The 12-week plyometric training program positively impacted agility, balance, speed, power, explosive power, leg strength, and core strength in professional male soccer players, suggesting it as a valuable regimen for improving overall physical performance.
Key words
plyometric training, physical fitness, agility, balance, speed, power, soccer, strength
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