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Eccentric Versus Isometric Calf Training in Cricket Players
Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad
Summary
This study aims to compare the effect of isometric exercises and eccentric exercises on calf muscles in cricketers. The exercises will be evaluated for the effectiveness of calf muscle strength, power, and sprinting of the player and enhancing their performance.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Eccentric Versus Isometric Training on Strength, Power, and Sprint Performance in Calf Muscles for Cricketers
Key Details
Gender
MALE
Age Range
18 Years - 35 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
28
Start Date
2026-09-10
Completion Date
2028-01-10
Last Updated
2026-09-29
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Isometric Training
4-week progressive isometric calf-hold program at 90° (soleus) and 70° plantarflexion (gastrocnemius) angles, 3 sessions/week, intensity increasing from 60% to 80% MVIC
Eccentric Training
: 4-week progressive eccentric calf-raise program in knee-extended and knee-flexed positions, 3 sessions/week, reps and added load increasing weekly
Locations (1)
Diamond Cricket Club, Islamabad, Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan