The Effects of Isolated Strengthening and Functional Training on Strength, Running Mechanics, Postural Control and Injury Prevention in Novice Runners
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Running
- Sponsor
- University of Calgary
- Enrollment
- 120
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Change in Strength
- Last Updated
- 10 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to understand the effects of muscle strengthening and balance exercise interventions on muscle strength, running mechanics and postural control in novice recreational runners. Participants will be assessed before and after they engage in an 8-week exercise intervention program.
Investigators
Jennifer Baltich
Doctoral Student
University of Calgary
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Novice recreational runners
- •Less than one year of running experience
- •Run at least twice a week for a total weekly distance between 5 and 15 km as your main form of physical activity
- •18-50 years of age
Exclusion Criteria
- •Neurological abnormalities or lower extremity injury or pain within three months of enrollment.
- •No extensive history with balance training or isolated ankle strengthening within the last year.
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Change in Strength
Time Frame: Week 0, Week 8
Strength of the muscles crossing the ankle, knee and hip joint will be assessed at baseline and after 8 weeks of training in order to assess the change in strength following training.
Change in Running Mechanics
Time Frame: Week 0, Week 8
Running kinematics and kinetics will be measured using 3D motion capture technology at baseline and after 8 weeks of training in order to assess the change in running mechanics following training.
Change in Postural Control
Time Frame: Week 0, Week 8
Postural control will be assessed using single leg stance and the star excursion balance test at baseline and after 8 weeks of training in order to assess the change in postural control following training.
Secondary Outcomes
- Cumulative Running Related Injuries(Week 0 through Week 24)