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
Riphah International University
56 participants
Dec 1, 2025
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
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
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Interventions
Participants will perform supervised plyometric exercises including drop jumps, bounding drills, and box jumps using a 30 cm platform
Participants will perform supervised plyometric exercises including drop jumps, bounding drills, and box jumps using a 45 cm platform
Participants will perform supervised plyometric exercises including drop jumps, bounding drills, and box jumps using a 60 cm platform
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NCT07484425