The effects of eight weeks of sand-based plyometric training on lower-extremity explosive strength, balance, and agility in male collegiate badminton players.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Badminton is a high-intensity sport that demands explosive strength, dynamic balance, and agility. Plyometric training (PT) is crucial for enhancing these abilities, yet there is limited research comparing sand-based PT to hard-surface PT in badminton players.

Objective

This study compared the effects of sand-based PT and hard-surface PT on lower-extremity explosive strength, dynamic balance, and agility in male badminton players.

Methods

Twenty-eight male collegiate badminton players were randomly assigned to a sand-based PT group (n = 14) or a hard-surface PT group (n = 14). Both groups performed plyometric programs twice weekly for 8 weeks. Outcomes measurement before and after training included countermovement jump (CMJ) height, squat jump (SJ) height,

SUBMITTER: Deng N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12689396 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature