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Effects of Functional Inspiratory Muscle Training Based on Core Stability Exercise on Respiratory Functions and
Yunus Emre Tütüneken1, Kübra Kardes1, Elif Kabasakal2,3
1Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Istinye University, Istanbul, Türkiye.
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
|May 11, 2026
Summary
Functional Inspiratory Muscle Training (FIMT) improved respiratory strength and lung function in football players more than Core Stability Training (CST). Both training types similarly impacted core endurance and balance.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Exercise Physiology
- Respiratory Medicine
Background:
- Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) is a recognized method for enhancing athletic performance.
- Core stability is crucial for athletic function in sports like football.
- Combining IMT with core stability exercises may offer synergistic benefits for athletes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effectiveness of Functional Inspiratory Muscle Training (FIMT) based on Core Stability Exercise against Core Stability Training (CST) alone.
- To evaluate the impact of these programs on respiratory functions and physical performance in football players.
Main Methods:
- Thirty football players were randomly assigned to either the FIMT or CST group.
- Both programs involved 6 weeks of training, with five 45-minute sessions weekly, in addition to regular training.
- Assessments included respiratory muscle strength, pulmonary function tests (spirometry), and tests for trunk muscular endurance and dynamic balance (Biering-Sorensen Test, Anterior Plank Test, Y-Balance Test).
Main Results:
- The FIMT group showed statistically significant improvements in maximal inspiratory pressure, maximal expiratory pressure, forced vital capacity, and FEV1.
- No significant differences were observed between the FIMT and CST groups in trunk muscular endurance or dynamic balance tests.
- Both training interventions yielded similar results for core stability and balance metrics.
Conclusions:
- Functional Inspiratory Muscle Training (FIMT) is superior to Core Stability Training (CST) for enhancing respiratory muscle strength and lung volumes in football players.
- Core Stability Training (CST) and FIMT demonstrate comparable effects on trunk muscular endurance and dynamic balance.
- Integrating FIMT into training regimens may be beneficial for improving respiratory capacity in football athletes.
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