Speed-Based training may boost athletic skills better than fixed weights
NCT ID NCT07249203
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at two ways of doing resistance training in 20 male university athletes over 8 weeks. One group used a velocity-based approach (adjusting weights based on movement speed), while the other used a fixed percentage of their maximum strength. Researchers measured jumps, sprints, agility, and leg strength before and after training to see which method worked better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- resistance training (velocity-based or percentage-based)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could help coaches and athletes choose more effective training methods to improve speed, power, and agility.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The findings are about training approaches, not a medical treatment.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul Gelişim University
Istanbul, 34310, Turkey (Türkiye)
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