Jump to win: study tests if plyometric training boosts sprint performance
NCT ID NCT07488000
First seen Mar 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study followed 42 sprinters to see if doing plyometric exercises (like jumps) at least twice a week during winter preseason improved their race times and reduced leg injuries. Participants reported their best times and any health problems online. The goal is to understand if this type of training is beneficial for sprinters.
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Locations
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Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
Murcia, Principality of Asturias, 33006, Spain
What this could mean
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Active substance
Plyometric training (jump-based exercises)
What this could lead to
If the results are positive, this could point toward better training programs for sprinters to improve speed and reduce injury risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, not a controlled trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all athletes.
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