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Aquatic Versus Land-Based Plyometric Exercises on Vertical Jump Performance and Landing Mechanics
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
This study will will be conducted to investigate the effect of aquatic versus land-based plyometric training on vertical jump performance, landing mechanics, quadriceps and hamstring muscles isometric strength in Basketball Players?
Official title: Effect of Aquatic Versus Land-Based Plyometric Exercises on Vertical Jump Performance and Landing Mechanics in Basketball Players
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 30 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-07-30
Completion Date
2026-07-15
Last Updated
2025-07-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Land-Based Plyometric Training
Participants will perform traditional plyometric exercises on land aimed at improving lower-body power and neuromuscular performance. Exercises: 1. Box Jumps: Jumping onto a box of progressively higher levels to build explosive strength. 2. Depth Jumps: Stepping off a box and immediately jumping vertically upon landing. 3. Jump Squats: Explosive vertical jumps starting from a squat position. 4. Lateral Bounding: Jumping side-to-side to enhance lateral agility. 5. Broad Jumps: Maximal horizontal jumps for distance. 6. Tuck Jumps: Jumping while bringing knees to the chest in mid-air.
Aquatic Plyometric Training
Participants will perform plyometric exercises in a shallow pool, with the water depth fixed at the xiphoid process level (chest height). Greater peak mechanical power was observed for jumps performed in the water and was influenced by immersion depth. Exercises: 1. Box Jumps: Jumping onto a box of progressively higher levels to build explosive strength. 2. Depth Jumps: Stepping off a box and immediately jumping vertically upon landing. 3. Jump Squats: Explosive vertical jumps starting from a squat position. 4. Lateral Bounding: Jumping side-to-side to enhance lateral agility. 5. Broad Jumps: Maximal horizontal jumps for distance. 6. Tuck Jumps: Jumping while bringing knees to the chest in mid-air. Key Points: * Encouraged to perform movements explosively while applying maximal effort. * Proper execution is emphasized to maintain biomechanical integrity even in the water environment. * Water temperature: 25-28 °
General conditioning exercises
Participants will follow a general conditioning routine that does not include plyometric exercises. Exercises: 1. Bodyweight squats. 2. Lunges. 3. Core stability exercises (e.g., planks, bridges). 4. General cardio activities such as light jogging or cycling.