Plyometric exercises training improve psychological and physical performance among rugby and soccer players: a comparative study
The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of plyometric training on psychological and physical performance parameters among rugby and soccer players. A total of sixty players were recruited from rugby and soccer university teams. All the players participated in six-weeks of plyometr...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2025-12-01
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| Series: | Cogent Social Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/23311886.2025.2461736 |
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| Summary: | The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of plyometric training on psychological and physical performance parameters among rugby and soccer players. A total of sixty players were recruited from rugby and soccer university teams. All the players participated in six-weeks of plyometric exercise training three times a week. Psychological parameters were measured by Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Trait Sport-Confidence Inventory, short-form Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire, and Competitive Sport Anxiety Inventory-2. The physical performance parameters were measured by 20-m sprint test, Illinois agility run test, Sargent jump test, and sit-up test. Pre-and post-test measurements were taken. A paired t-test (two-tailed) was employed to assess the significant differences between pre and post-test for psychological and physical performance parameters. Result showed improvements in psychological and physical fitness performance variables after the intervention. However, aggression has significant difference (t = 2.87, p = .012) between pre-and post-test in rugby players. Soccer players demonstrated significant differences between pre-and post-tests in confidence (t = −2.99, p = .010) and endurance (t = −4.37, p = .001). Plyometric training has significant potential to enhance the psychological and physical performance parameters in rugby and soccer players. To explore the long-term psychological and physical benefits of plyometric training and identify individual factors that influence these outcomes, further research is demanded. |
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| ISSN: | 2331-1886 |