Effects of resisted sprint training on agility and change-of-direction performance in soccer players: a systematic review with meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Agility and change-of-direction (COD) are essential for success in soccer, influencing performance and injury risk. Resisted sprint training (RST) has shown promise in enhancing these skills by improving muscle strength and neuromuscular coordination. However, the effects of vertical and horizontal RST on agility and COD performance remain inadequately explored.

Methodology

A systematic literature search was conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar without date restrictions, following PRISMA guidelines. Studies were included if they involved healthy soccer players, RST interventions, and assessed agility or COD speed. Data extraction and quality assessment were executed independently by two reviewers; statistical analyses employed RevMan and Sta

SUBMITTER: He Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12554313 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature