The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of plyometric training on balance and proprioception in athletes in different branches. 54 athletes participated in the study. Two groups were included as 27 athletics and 27 karate groups. Plyometric training was applied to the athletes participating in our study, 2 days a week for 6 weeks, after 20 minutes of warming up and stretching movements before each training. Sociodemographic characteristics of the athletes were recorded. Dynamic balance Y balance test and static balance Stroke balance test; sense of proprioception was evaluated with Angle reproduction test.
Age range
12 Years – 18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Plyometric training
Timeframe: 2 days a week for 6 weeks
Y balance Test
Timeframe: 6 weeks
Stroke Balance Test
Timeframe: 6 weeks
Proprioception assessment (Eyes-closed kinematic angle reproduction test)
Timeframe: 6 weeks