Effect of varying resistance exercises on the skill of smash serve in volleyball

Abstract

The present study analyzed the effect of varying resistance exercises on the skill of smash serve in volleyball. The study had an experimental design. Young players, of age group between 16-18 years, were recruited from the specialized center for volleyball in Shatrah district as the participants of the study. A total of 14 players were selected for the primary experiment and 6 players constituted the sample for the pilot trial of the study. The participants were allocated in two groups, i.e. experimental group and control group, with 7 players in each group. The present study was conducted in the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences of the University of Dhi Qar. Exercise sessions were performed by the players of the experimental group for a period of eight weeks, with three training units per week (Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday). The curriculum focused on developing and improving abilities related to the lower extremities. The total number of training units was 24. Control group participants performed traditional training. Based on the findings of the present study, it was concluded that resistance exercises produced a significant effect in developing the values of the strength-time curve of the experimental group.