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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • The influence of strength training on the relationship between isometric force-time characteristics and dynamic performance remains unclear.
  • Understanding this relationship is crucial for optimizing athletic training programs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate whether strength training modifies the association between isometric squat force-time characteristics and dynamic performances.
  • To analyze changes in the force-time relationship following a structured strength training intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty-four elite floorball athletes (6 female, 18 male) participated in the study.
  • Athletes performed countermovement jump (CMJ), 20-m sprint, and isometric squat tests at 90° and 120° knee angles before and after a six-week strength training program.
  • Force-time characteristics and dynamic performance metrics were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Both isometric squat tests (ISqT) and CMJ performance significantly improved post-training.
  • Pre-training, ISqT at 90° showed significant correlations with CMJ height and sprint times.
  • Post-training, the correlations between ISqT force-time characteristics and dynamic performance measures were altered, with some relationships weakening or changing significantly.

Conclusions:

  • Strength training significantly changes the relationship between isometric force-time characteristics and dynamic performances like CMJ and sprinting.
  • The findings suggest that the force-time characteristics measured during isometric squats are influenced by strength training, impacting their predictive value for dynamic movements.