Effect of Plyometric Training on Adolescent Wrestlers

The Effect of Plyometric Exercises on Physical Fitness Parameters in Freestyle Adolescent Wrestlers

NA · Hasan Kalyoncu University · NCT06372808

This study tests if adding plyometric exercises to the training of young wrestlers aged 10 to 15 can improve their physical fitness compared to those who stick to their usual routine.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages10 Years to 15 Years
SexAll
SponsorHasan Kalyoncu University (other)
Locations1 site (Kahramanmaraş)
Trial IDNCT06372808 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates how plyometric exercises impact physical fitness in freestyle adolescent wrestlers. Participants aged 10 to 15, who have been wrestling for at least three years, will be randomly assigned to either a training group that performs plyometric exercises twice a week or a control group that continues their regular training without additional interventions. The study will last for eight weeks, with evaluations conducted at the beginning and end to assess changes in fitness parameters. This research aims to fill the gap in literature regarding plyometric training specifically for adolescent wrestlers.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are freestyle wrestlers aged 10 to 15 who have been practicing the sport for at least three years.

Not a fit: Patients with injuries, chronic pain, or those involved in other sports may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the physical performance and power of adolescent wrestlers, potentially improving their competitive outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited literature on plyometric training specifically for wrestlers, similar training methods have shown positive outcomes in other athletic populations.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria for the study:

* Individuals engaged in freestyle wrestling sport with a valid license,
* Aged between 10 and 15 years old,
* Have been practicing this sport for at least three years,
* Not involved in any other sports discipline,
* Willing to cooperate and volunteer for the study,
* The research will include those who have not received medical treatment in the last three months and will not receive treatment during the study period.

Exclusion criteria for the study:

* Individuals with injuries and chronic pain,
* Smokers,
* Regular medication users,
* Those with neurological and systemic diseases,
* Individuals who have experienced trauma and undergone surgery in the last three months,
* Athletes who withdraw their voluntary participation

Where this trial is running

Kahramanmaraş

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Physical Fitness, Power, Plyometric Exercises, Wrestlers

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.