One-Legged training might fix strength imbalance and elevate basketball performance
NCT ID NCT07766096
First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether an eight-week unilateral complex training program—combining single-leg resistance exercises with explosive moves—can reduce strength differences between the legs and improve athletic performance in male basketball players. Participants are randomly assigned to either add this training to their regular basketball practice or continue with their usual routine. Researchers will measure leg strength, jump height, and sprint speed to see if the program makes a meaningful difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Unilateral complex training program (a behavioral intervention combining unilateral resistance exercises with explosive or plyometric movements)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this training approach could offer a practical way for basketball players to correct strength imbalances between legs, potentially improving performance and reducing injury risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 29 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The training is demanding and could carry a risk of muscle soreness or injury.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gaziantep University, Faculty of Sport Sciences
Gaziantep, Turkey (Türkiye)
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