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A Meta-Analysis on the Effect of Complex Training on Vertical Jump Performance
Jeffrey Pagaduan1, Haris Pojskic2
1College of Health and Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Tasmania - Newnham Campus, Tasmania, Australia.
Journal of Human Kinetics
|March 10, 2020
Summary
Complex training (CT) significantly enhances vertical jump (VJ) performance. This training method is as effective as traditional resistance training (RT) and superior to plyometric training (PLYO) and control (CON) groups.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Complex training (CT) combines resistance and plyometric exercises.
- Its impact on vertical jump (VJ) performance requires comprehensive analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a meta-analysis on the effects of CT on VJ performance.
- To compare CT with traditional resistance training (RT), plyometric training (PLYO), and control (CON).
Main Methods:
- Systematic search of five electronic databases for relevant randomized trials.
- Inclusion criteria: CT interventions, comparison with RT/PLYO/CON, duration ≥ 4 weeks, VJ as outcome.
- Seven studies were included in the meta-analysis.
Main Results:
- CT demonstrated similar VJ improvements compared to RT (p = 0.88).
- CT resulted in significantly greater VJ enhancement than PLYO (ES = 0.86, p = 0.01).
- CT showed significantly greater VJ enhancement than CON (ES = 1.14, p < 0.01).
Conclusions:
- CT is a viable alternative to RT for improving VJ performance.
- CT offers superior VJ enhancement compared to PLYO and CON.
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