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Neuromuscular Adaptations Following Eight Weeks of French Contrast Training in Elite Youth Football Players: Implications for Athlete Health and Performance
Sponsor: Gümüşhane Universıty
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aimed to investigate the effects of an 8-week French Contrast Training (FCT) intervention on reactive strength index (RSI), sprint performance, and anaerobic profile in elite youth football players
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
18 Years - 25 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
28
Start Date
2025-12-05
Completion Date
2026-02-20
Last Updated
2026-09-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
French Contrast Training + Standard football training (8 weeks)
Participants in the experimental group performed French Contrast Training twice per week for 8 weeks, including heavy resistance, plyometric, loaded power, and assisted exercises.
Control
Standard football training
Locations (1)
Gumushane Univetsity
Gümüşhane, Trabzon, Ordu, Giresun, Rize, Artvin, Gümüşhane, Turkey (Türkiye)