Can a simple plank boost soccer Players' power?
NCT ID NCT07695155
First seen Jul 10, 2026 ยท Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether a 4-week Copenhagen Plank exercise program can improve hip adductor strength and vertical jump height in female soccer players. Participants, aged 18 to 35 and free from recent lower limb injuries, will perform the exercise twice weekly alongside their regular training. The results will show if this targeted exercise enhances key performance metrics.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Copenhagen Plank exercise program
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this simple exercise could help female soccer players improve hip strength and jumping performance, potentially reducing injury risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 25 participants. Results may not apply to all athletes, and the exercise may not produce lasting benefits beyond the 4-week period.
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Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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