V3I6P73

Effects of Pilates Training Versus Plyometric Training on Abdominal Muscle Strength and Dynamic Balance Among Volleyball Players

Dr. Chandru A¹*, Dr. Asha Shanthi L², Dr. Jayabharathi R³, Mr. Subramani A⁴

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Volleyball demands high levels of abdominal muscle strength and dynamic balance for optimal performance and injury prevention. Pilates training emphasizes core stabilization and postural control, whereas plyometric training focuses on explosive power and neuromuscular coordination. Effects on abdominal muscle strength and dynamic balance in volleyball players are limited. AIM: The effects of Pilates training and plyometric training on abdominal muscle strength and dynamic balance among volleyball players. METHODS: A quasi-experimental study was conducted among 20 males volley ball players based on inclusion and exclusion criteria were divided into two groups: Group A (Pilates training) 10 players and Group B (Plyometric training) 10 players. Both groups trained for 6 weeks, 3 sessions\week. Abdominal muscle strength was assessed using the Curl-Up Test, and dynamic balance were assessed using the Star Excursion Balance Test. Pre- and post-intervention values were recorded and statistically analyzed. Then the gathered data values were interpretated by SPSS Version 31.0.0 respectively.  RESULTS: Both groups showed significant improvements in abdominal muscle strength and dynamic balance (p<0.05).  However, Group A (Pilates training) greater improvement in abdominal muscle strength, and dynamic balances Group B (plyometric training) CONCLUSION: Pilates training is more effective in improving abdominal muscle strength and dynamic balances among volley ball players. These findings suggest that Pilates training can be effectively incorporated into sports conditioning programs to enhance athletic performance

Keywords:

Pilates training, Plyometric training, Abdominal muscle strength, Dynamic balance, Volleyball players, Physiotherapy