Effects of TRX suspension training versus traditional balance training on balance performance in elite surfers.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Traditional balance training (TB) may have certain limitations in replicating surfing's unstable conditions, which may somewhat restrict its sport-specific efficacy. Total Resistance Exercise (TRX) suspension training uses controllable instability to better enhance key balance abilities. This study compared TRX and TB effects on static, dynamic, and surfing-specific balance in elite surfers, and explored correlations between these dimensions to inform targeted training.

Methods

32 surfers from the current Chinese National Surfing Team were randomized to TRX or TB groups (n = 16 each). Both groups completed 30-minute training sessions ×3/week for 8 weeks. Static balance (eyes-closed single-leg stand), dynamic balance (Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT), Linear trave

SUBMITTER: Wang Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12642247 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature