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Higher eccentric hamstring strength and better cognitive inhibitory control significantly improve reactive agility performance. These factors, along with efficient stretch-shortening cycle execution, are key for athletes aiming to enhance their reactive capabilities.

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  • Sports Science
  • Human Movement
  • Neuromuscular Physiology

Background:

  • Reactive agility is crucial for success in many sports, involving rapid changes in direction in response to unpredictable stimuli.
  • The interplay between lower-limb strength, reactive strength, and cognitive functions in determining reactive agility is not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the specific contributions of lower-limb eccentric strength, reactive strength, and cognitive inhibitory control to reactive agility performance.

Main Methods:

  • Forty-five physically active males underwent eccentric and isometric strength testing, drop jump tests for reactive strength, and a Stroop task for cognitive inhibitory control.
  • Reactive agility was assessed using the Random Star Run (RSR) on the SKILLCOURT.
  • Multiple linear regression analysis was employed to determine the associations between the measured physical and cognitive variables and reactive agility.

Main Results:

  • Higher eccentric hamstring strength (EccHam/kg), reduced cognitive interference (Stroop task), and shorter ground contact time during drop jumps (DJ GCT) were significant predictors of faster RSR performance.
  • Participants excelling in eccentric strength, cognitive control, and reactive strength demonstrated significantly faster reactive agility times.
  • Exceeding specific performance thresholds in these variables approximately doubled the likelihood of achieving above-average reactive agility.

Conclusions:

  • Reactive agility performance is significantly enhanced by superior eccentric hamstring strength, effective cognitive inhibitory control, and efficient stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) mechanics.
  • Identified performance benchmarks for eccentric strength, cognitive control, and plyometric efficiency can inform targeted training interventions.
  • The study highlights the integrated role of neuromuscular and cognitive factors in reactive agility, suggesting the need for further longitudinal research.