Effects of Plyometric and High Intensity Interval Training on Sprint Speed, Agility and Power Among Female Fast Bowlers

Not Applicable

Active, not recruiting

• Conditions: Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice

• Registration Number: NCT06905431
• Lead Sponsor: Superior University

Brief Summary

This study will investigate the comparative effects of plyometric training (PT) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on key performance metrics: sprint speed, agility, and power. The research will be conducted as a randomized clinical trial over six months, involving 34 participants recruited from cricket academies.

Detailed Description

Participants will be randomly assigned to either the PT or HIIT group. The PT group will perform exercises leveraging the stretch-shortening cycle to enhance explosive power, while the HIIT group will alternate high-intensity activity with recovery periods to improve anaerobic capacity. Standardized tools, including the 40-Yard Sprint Test, Standing Broad Jump, and Agility T-Test, will be used to assess outcomes pre- and post-intervention. Data will be analyzed using SPSS, employing paired t-tests and Mann-Whitney U tests for within- and between-group comparisons

Study Timeline

• Status Verified: 2025-03
• Study Start: 2025-03-20
• Study First Submitted: 2025-03-25
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-03-25
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-03-25
• Study First Posted: 2025-04-01
• Last Update Posted: 2025-04-01
• Primary Completion: 2025-06-20
• Study Completion: 2026-02-02

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
• Sex: Female
• Target Recruitment: 35

Inclusion Criteria

• Female fast bowlers age 18-25 years
• Active cricketers with at least 2 years of experience in fast bowling (20)
• Active health status, no history of severe injuries

Exclusion Criteria

• Any history of chronic injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, or conditions that could be exacerbated by high-intensity exercise.
• Participants not regularly training or competing in cricket.
• Females underwent C-section and or having two children will exclude

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
40 Yard Sprint Test	12 Months	The 40-Yard Sprint Test is a reliable and valid assessment to measure an individual's speed and acceleration over a 40-yard distance, commonly used in sports like football and cricket. Participants sprint maximally from a stationary start, with the time recorded using a stopwatch or timing gates. The best time from 2-3 trials is used for scoring, with elite athletes completing the test in approximately 4.5-5.5 seconds. Highly reliable when standardized conditions are applied, the test provides valuable insights into an athlete's speed capabilities, making it a critical tool for performance evaluation and training program effectiveness.
Standing Broad Jump (SBJ)	12 Months	The Standing Broad Jump (SBJ) is a simple yet effective test to measure explosive lower-body power, widely used in sports and fitness assessments. Participants jump forward as far as possible from a stationary position, using arm swings and leg power, with the distance measured from the starting line to the nearest point of contact on landing. Typically performed in 2-3 attempts, the best score is recorded. The SBJ is highly reliable under standardized conditions and valid for evaluating leg strength and performance in sports requiring explosive movements. It is a valuable tool for tracking progress in athletic training and rehabilitation.
Assessment of Agility T-Test	12 Months	The Agility T-Test is a widely used fitness assessment to measure agility, focusing on an individual's ability to change direction quickly while maintaining control. It involves sprinting, lateral shuffles, and backpedaling between four cones arranged in a ""T"" shape. Participants start at the base cone, sprint forward, shuffle laterally to the left and right cones, return to the central cone, and backpedal to the starting point. The test is scored based on time, with faster times indicating better agility. Highly reliable and valid, the T-Test is commonly used to assess and improve multidirectional movement skills in sports and fitness programs

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Punjab university, education university, GCU university; 🇵🇰 Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan