Effects of Additional Plyometric Training on the Jump Performance of Elite Male Handball Players: A Systematic Review

Jakšić, Damjan; Maričić, Stefan; Maksimović, Nemanja; Bianco, Antonino; Sekulić, Damir; Foretić, Nikola; Drid, Patrik

doi:10.3390/ijerph20032475

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“…The research results showed no significant difference between the two groups in Ergo-jump variables. In contrast, other studies have shown that Plyometric training improves performance and maintains explosive strength parameters 54 , 55 . Villarreal et al (2011) report improvements in Power Output, Maximum Rate of Force Development, and Height in Countermovement Jump after plyometric training 56 .…”

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Effects of a 4-week plyometric training on activity patterns during different phases of one-leg drop jump with focus on jump height

Ahmadabadi

Rajabi

Gharakhanlou

et al. 2023

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Athletic women have shown a higher risk of ACL injury during jump landing compared to men. Plyometric training can be an alternative way to minimize the risk of knee injuries via the changed muscle activity patterns. Hence, the aim of this study was to determine the effects of a 4-week plyometric training program on the muscle activity pattern in different phases of one-leg drop jump in active girls. Active girls were randomly allocated into 2 groups (Plyometric training = 10, Control group = 10) where the plyometric training group (PTG) performed 60 min exercises, 2 sessions/1 week for 4 weeks while the control group (CG) had their daily activity. In the pre to post test, the sEMG was recorded from the Rectus Femoris (RF), Biceps Femoris (BF), Medial Gastrocnemius (GaM), and Tibialis Anterior (TA) muscles of the dominant leg during the Preparatory phase (PP), Contact Phase (CP), Flight Phase (FP) of one-leg drop jump. Electromyography variables (Signal amplitude, Maximum activity, Time to peak (TTP), Onset and activity time and Order muscle activity) and Ergo jump variables (Time of preparatory phase (TPP), Time of contact phase (TCP), Time of flight (jump height) phase (TFP), and Explosive power were analyzed. The Univariate ANCOVA test showed a significant difference between the two groups in Activity Time, whilst adjusting for pre-test as a Covariate, only in TA muscle (F(1,17) = 5.09, p = 0.038, η2 = 0.230). In PTG. TA (− 15%), GaM (− 19%), and BF muscles (− 9%) started their activity earlier while there was no significant difference between the two groups at the Onset time. TTP of RF was significantly different between the 2 groups only in the PR phase (0.216 ± 0.07 vs 0.153 ± 0.09 s) (p = 0.049, 95% CI = 0.001, 0.127). Results of the present study suggest that a 4-week plyometric training can improve the stability of leg joints via earlier recruitment of muscles and change activity patterns in lower limb muscles. It also recommends that the preparatory phase before landing be considered an important stage in preventing sports injuries in a training program.

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Effects of a 4-week plyometric training on activity patterns during different phases of one-leg drop jump with focus on jump height

Ahmadabadi

Rajabi

Gharakhanlou

et al. 2023

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“…Based on previous studies, we chose the standing long jump (SLJ) and countermovement jump (CMJ) to test the effect of DJ on lower limb explosive, 6 , 7 , 15 , 16 , 20 , 21 and the Illinois agility test, square test, Nebraska test, T-Test, and hexagon test to test the effect of DJ on CoD performance in collegiate Sanda athletes. 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 All tests were done in one day, with SLJ, CMJ, Nebraska test, and T-Test in the morning and hexagon test, square test, and Illinois agility test in the afternoon.…”

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“…Plyometric training (PT) is a well-known form of “ballistic training,” which refers to a wide range of jumping, bounding, and hopping exercises involving high-intensity stretching of a muscle (eccentric contraction) immediately followed by a rapid and powerful concentric contraction of the same muscle and connective tissue. 5 As PT can produce more force than can be provided by a concentric-only muscle action alone, researchers have shown that PT is an effective method for improving jumping abilities, 6 , 7 balance, 8 explosive performance, 8 , 9 strength, 8 , 10 speed, 11 running economy, 12 agility, 13 , 14 endurance performance, 8 , 9 and CoD ability. 15 , 16 …”

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Effects of different drop height training on lower limb explosive and change of direction performance in collegiate Sanda athletes

Li,

Wu,

Zhen

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“…Despite handball being a sport that already incorporates a considerable number of plyometric actions like jumping and changes of direction, Jakšić et al (2023) considered that there is value in adding PT exercises to regular handball training. A study by emphasizes the importance of performing exercises in different movement vectors to improve change of direction (COD) and the ability to move in different directions.…”

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“…Although previous systematic reviews (with meta-analysis or scoping focuses) addressed the effects of PT, these did not include analyses of upper-body plyometric training methods (Ramirez-Campillo, et al, 2020a), and they focused on sports other than handball (Ramirez-Campillo, et al, 2020b). In a more recent development, a systematic review (Jakšić, et al, 2023) delved into the impacts of supplementary plyometric training on jump performance of elite handball players. Nonetheless, it is crucial to highlight that this particular review centers solely on lower-limb plyometric training and its distinct effect on vertical jump performance.…”

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Plyometric training programs in handball

Henrique,

Ramirez-Campillo,

Afonso

et al. 2023

Kinesiology (Zagreb, Online)

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This systematic scoping review aimed to comprehensively identify and analyze the available evidence pertaining to the effects of plyometric training interventions on handball players. The search for relevant literature was conducted across prominent databases, including PubMed, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science Core Collection. The eligibility criteria focused on healthy handball players, without restrictions on age, sex, or competitive level, who were exposed to plyometric training interventions, either alone or in combination with other training methods. A meticulous screening process was conducted, whereby 3,195 titles were carefully evaluated, resulting in the inclusion of 35 eligible studies in this systematic scoping review, involving a total of 891 participants. Most studies on plyometric training in handball focused on indoor settings, conducted during the in-season period, and involved tier two athletes. The training frequency typically ranged from twice per week, with a duration of between 5 and 12 weeks, and incorporated some form of progressive overload. The number of total floor contacts varied between 20 and 600. There was a considerable variation in outcomes across the included studies, but most of them demonstrated a positive impact of plyometric training on improving jumping ability, sprinting speed, change of direction, strength, and balance. In conclusion, the predominant focus of the studies was on the lower limb, specifically aiming to assess the intervention influence on variables associated with strength and power. Notably, these investigations consistently highlighted favorable effects on enhancing these parameters among handball players. However, further research is needed to explore the effects of plyometric training in handball, particularly regarding exercise selection, optimal volume and intensity, rest intervals, and tapering protocols.

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Effects of Additional Plyometric Training on the Jump Performance of Elite Male Handball Players: A Systematic Review

Cited by 10 publications

References 68 publications

Effects of a 4-week plyometric training on activity patterns during different phases of one-leg drop jump with focus on jump height

Effects of a 4-week plyometric training on activity patterns during different phases of one-leg drop jump with focus on jump height

Effects of different drop height training on lower limb explosive and change of direction performance in collegiate Sanda athletes

Plyometric training programs in handball

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