Comparing the effects of cycling and squats on jump performance
Comparing the Effects of Post Activation Potentiation on Vertical Jump Using High-Intensity Back Squat Vs. Wingate Bike Test in Healthy Adults
This study tests whether cycling or squats help improve how high people can jump.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 34 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Shreveport, Louisiana) |
| Trial ID | NCT06779409 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial aims to determine whether a maximal effort cycling test (Wingate test) is more effective than a maximal effort back squat in enhancing vertical jump height. Participants will visit the lab three times to undergo assessments, including a one-repetition maximum back squat test and two interventions involving either the Wingate test or back squat. The study will measure changes in counter movement jump height and identify optimal recovery periods and individual factors that may influence the effectiveness of each intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy adults with at least one year of back squat weight training experience.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot perform a back squat at least 1.4 times their body weight or are pregnant may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into more effective training methods for improving athletic performance.
How similar studies have performed: While the concept of post-activation potentiation is established, this specific comparison of the Wingate test and back squat for jump performance is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * healthy adult * successful completion of the physical activity readiness questionnaire plus * at least 1 year of back squat weight training experience Exclusion Criteria: * inability to back squat at least 1.4 times body weight * females with known pregnancy
Where this trial is running
Shreveport, Louisiana
- LSU Health Shreveport School of Allied Health Professions — Shreveport, Louisiana, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Erin McCallister, DPT — Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport
- Study coordinator: Erin McCallister, DPT
- Email: erin.mccallister@lsuhs.edu
- Phone: 318-813-3502
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.