An interventional study of Strength Training Program and Foot Core Exercise Program in Athletic Performance, sponsored by Mudanya University. Not yet recruiting at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Open to male participants aged 18 Years to 35 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-02-12.
Sponsored by Mudanya University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Prevention
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of foot core exercises on jump performance in professional volleyball players. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups. The first group will perform a strength training program only, while the second group will perform foot core exercises in addition to the same strength training program. Jump performance will be assessed using the Countermovement Jump (CMJ) test, and performance scores will be obtained through force-time analysis using the ForceDecks system. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the development of training programs aimed at improving performance and reducing injury risk in professional volleyball players.
Detailed Description
This study is designed to examine the effects of foot core exercises on jump performance in professional volleyball players. Participants will be divided into two groups: a control group and an intervention group. The control group will follow a standardized strength training program, while the intervention group will perform the same strength training program combined with additional foot core exercises.
Jump performance will be evaluated using the Countermovement Jump (CMJ) test. Kinetic variables derived from force-time data will be collected using the ForceDecks system. Pre- and post-intervention measurements will be compared to determine the effects of the training programs.
The results of this study are expected to provide evidence-based information for designing training programs that enhance athletic performance and help reduce injury risk in professional volleyball players.
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Description Participants in this group will perform a standardized lower-extremity strength training program routinely used for professional volleyball players.
Behavioral: Strength Training Program
Experimental: Strength Training Plus Foot Core Exercises Group Description Participants in this group will perform the same standardized lower-extremity strength training program in addition to a foot core exercise program targeting intrinsic and extrinsic foot muscles.
Behavioral: Strength Training Program · Behavioral: Foot Core Exercise Program
Description Participants will perform a standardized lower-extremity strength training program routinely used for professional volleyball players. Arms Assigned * Strength Training Group * Strength Training Plus Foot Core Exercises Group
Description Participants will perform foot core exercises targeting intrinsic and extrinsic foot muscles. The exercises are designed to improve foot stability and functional control. Arms Assigned ✔️ Strength Training Plus Foot Core Exercises Group ❌ Strength Training Group (işaretleme)
Vertical Jump Height (Countermovement Jump)
Maximum vertical jump height measured during the Countermovement Jump (CMJ) test.
Time frame: Baseline and post-intervention (approximately 8 weeks)
Force-Time Variables During Countermovement Jump
Force-time variables obtained from force platform measurements during the Countermovement Jump (CMJ) test.
Time frame: Baseline and post-intervention (approximately 8 weeks)
Plan to share: No — Individual participant data will not be shared, as this study is conducted as part of a master's thesis with a limited sample size, and data sharing is not covered by the informed consent approved by the ethics committee.
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