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Eccentric resistance training enhances strength, speed, and power in male team sport athletes. While effective, further research is needed to optimize training protocols for these athletes.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Eccentric resistance training is recognized for improving performance across various populations.
  • Eccentric overload (EO) and accentuated eccentric loading (AEL) show potential for neuromuscular adaptations beneficial to team sports.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the effects of eccentric resistance training on performance qualities in trained male team sport athletes.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of PubMed, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science databases was conducted in May 2019.
  • 14 articles were included in the final analysis, extracting data on strength, speed, power, and change of direction ability.
  • Effect sizes were calculated with a correction for small sample size.

Main Results:

  • Eccentric resistance training demonstrated trivial to large effect sizes across performance outcomes.
  • Strength: -0.17 to 1.67
  • Speed: -0.08 to 1.06
  • Power: 0.27 to 1.63
  • Change of Direction: 0.48 to 1.46

Conclusions:

  • Eccentric resistance training is an effective method for developing neuromuscular qualities in trained male team sport athletes.
  • Variability in effect sizes, testing, and training interventions indicates a need for further research to refine implementation strategies.