Aplicación de un programa de entrenamiento de fuerza en futbolistas jóvenes / Implementation Of A Resistance Training On Young Football Players pp. 45-59

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the impact of a specific resistance training program of 20 sessions in young football players. 38 subjects, divided into an experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG), took part in the study. A football training session and a specific resistance training exercise were assigned to the EG whereas the CG only performed football practice. Both groups were assessed at the beginning and at the end of the program in order to determine the maximum dynamic strength of their knee flexors and extensors, the mass of the muscles in their lower limbs, their fat percentage and finally their speed in the 10 or 20-meter sprints. Only the EG significantly improved their maximum dynamic strength (p<0,01). Neither the muscle mass nor the speed showed any differences. The EG and the CG increased their body mass percentage. ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR