RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07484425

Different Drop Height Plyometric Training in Soccer Players

Effects of Low, Moderate and High Drop Height Plyometric Training on Lower Limb Explosive Strength, Anaerobic Power and Change of Direction Performance in Competitive Soccer Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial


Sponsor

Riphah International University

Enrollment

56 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to determine the effects of different drop height plyometric training protocols on lower limb explosive strength, anaerobic power, and change of direction (COD) performance in soccer players. A total of 56 competitive soccer players aged 18-30 years will be randomly allocated into three intervention groups using sealed envelope randomization: low drop height (30 cm), moderate drop height (45 cm), and high drop height (60 cm) plyometric training groups. Participants will undergo supervised plyometric training three times per week for six weeks. Outcome measures including Vertical Jump Test, Running-Based Anaerobic Sprint Test (RAST), and T-Test Agility Test will be assessed at baseline and post-intervention. Statistical analysis will be performed using SPSS version 25 to determine within-group and between-group differences.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 30 Years

Inclusion Criteria5

  • Male and female soccer players
  • Age between 18-30 years
  • Minimum 1 year of regular soccer training
  • Healthy BMI
  • Currently active in competitive soccer (\>3 days/week)

Exclusion Criteria4

  • Musculoskeletal or neurological disorders
  • Lower limb injury within past 6 months
  • Participation in structured plyometric training in last 3 months
  • Contraindications to high-impact training

Interested in this trial?

Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.

Interventions

OTHERExperimental Group 1

Participants will perform supervised plyometric exercises including drop jumps, bounding drills, and box jumps using a 30 cm platform

OTHERExperimental Group 2

Participants will perform supervised plyometric exercises including drop jumps, bounding drills, and box jumps using a 45 cm platform

OTHERExperimental Group 3

Participants will perform supervised plyometric exercises including drop jumps, bounding drills, and box jumps using a 60 cm platform


Locations(1)

Punjab Sports Board

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

View Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov

For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.

Visit

NCT07484425


Related Trials