Effects of Plyometric Training on Jump Performance in Basketball Players

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of Plyometric training on Counter Movement Jump Performance of Basketball Player in District Bahawalpur. Thirty club-level Basketball players of District Bahawalpur were randomly assigned to either an experimental group or a control group with equal number. The experimental group underwent a 12-week mixed training program consisting of Plyometric training sessions three times a week and while the control group maintained their regular Basketball training routine. Pre- and post-tests were conducted to assess agility, flexibility, reaction time and Counter Movement Jump by using the scheduled exercise protocols. Data analysis involved paired t-tests and ANCOVA to evaluate with results confirming statistically significant improvements in all performance variables among the plyometric training participants. The results revealed significant improvements in agility, flexibility, reaction time and Counter Movement Jump among participants in the experimental group following the prescribed training program. Findings suggest that Plyometric Training is effective in improving agility, flexibility, reaction time and vertical jump. The results confirming statistically significant improvements in all performance variables among the plyometric training participants (p < 0.05). These findings suggest that Plyometric training can be an effective strategy for enhancing agility, flexibility, reaction time and vertical jump. Thus, training may hold promise as a comprehensive and efficient training regimen for Basketball players seeking to optimize their physical performance.