Tennis serve speed boost? core vs shoulder workouts tested

NCT ID NCT06221514

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two 4-week exercise programs—core strengthening and shoulder strengthening—to see which better improves flat serve speed in young adult tennis players. Fifty amateur players aged 18-25 with 1-3 years of experience will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. Serve speed and shoulder rotation will be measured before and after training.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Core strengthening program and shoulder strengthening program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help tennis players improve their serve speed with targeted exercises.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. Results may not apply to all players, and the effect on serve speed may be small or none.

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Locations

  • Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences

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    Giza, 2334, Egypt

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