The rate of football-related traumas is high. However, greater levels of fitness may decrease the probability of these injuries. Researchers believe that plyometric training can have significant short-term results. This study aimed to investigate the effects of plyometric exercises on athletic performance (speed, balance, and vertical jump ability) of male amateur futsal players. Materials and Methods:Thirty male amateur futsal players were randomly divided into control and plyometric groups. All participants went through 15 minutes of standard warm-up activity, and then they were asked to perform the tests. The athletes of the plyometric group also completed three rounds of plyometric jumps and then were assessed 3, 10, 15 and 20 minutes after the warm up. The athletes of the control group were evaluated 3, 10, and 15 minutes immediately after the standard warm-up activity. Results:The study findings indicated an overall improvement in balance and vertical jump scores of amateur futsal players following plyometric exercises (P<0.05). However, there was no significant effect on athletes' speed. Speed, vertical jump, and balance did not significantly change in the control group. Conclusion:Vertical jump and balance ability may improve immediately after plyometric exercises. Further studies are necessary to reassess speed test results.
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