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Effects Of A Unilateral Strength And Plyometric Training Program For Division I Soccer Players, Eric Potter
Effects Of A Unilateral Strength And Plyometric Training Program For Division I Soccer Players, Eric Potter
Human Movement Sciences Theses & Dissertations
The current thesis examined the effects of a unilateral strength and plyometric program on power (bilateral and unilateral vertical jumps), speed (20 meter sprint), and agility (Agility T- Test) in collegiate soccer players compared to a traditional bilateral-based training program. Due to the fact that a majority of the research on performance variables in athletes is done using bilateral lifting and plyometric programs, yet most movements in field sports such as sprinting and changing direction are unilateral-based, this specific topic could have value for enhanced performance for athletic populations. The participants included 34 male and female Division-I soccer players who …
Participation In Youth Running Events: The Role Of Parental Involvement And Satisfaction, Michelle L. Redmond
Participation In Youth Running Events: The Role Of Parental Involvement And Satisfaction, Michelle L. Redmond
Human Movement Sciences Theses & Dissertations
An increasing number of running events are being targeted to youth and are adding to the growing road racing industry. Offering running events for children along with a lineup of races ranging from 5K runs to marathons for adults is a way for race organizers to expand their businesses, increase economic impact in their communities and meet the needs of the entire family. In addition to economic benefits, there are other benefits associated with running events for youth. Community running events provide one potential intervention to counter rising childhood obesity rates by increasing the levels of physical activity for youth. …