Effect of Plyometric Training on University Student Latin Dancers' Lower Limbs Explosive Strength and Skill Performance

NCT06778499 | Not Yet Recruiting DMC

• 2 other identifiers: AI MENGQI202501
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 48
• Locations: 0 countries
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Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to find out if plyometric training has an effect on lower limb explosive strength and skill performance in Latin dancers. The aim is to answer the following questions:

1. 1.Does augmented style training increase dancers' lower limb explosive strength.
2. 2.Whether plyometric training promotes specialized dance skills.
3. 3.The relationship between lower limb explosive strength and specialized dance skills.

Conditions

Physical Education and Training/Methods

Keywords

plyometric training; Explosive strength; Latin dancer; Latin dance performance

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (10)

• Change from baseline Countermovement Jumps at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Explosive Strength. Participants test using either arm swing or crossed hips (without any arm swing) while performing vertical longitudinal jumps on a smart jumping mat. The participants in this research uses a cross-legged waist when performing both the pre-test and post-test. The Smart Jump Pad in this research has been performed to measure the performance of the CMJ by providing signals from the platform in an iPad 7,5 IOS 12.1.1). When the test equipment is ready, under the direction of the test administrator, the experimenter stands on the Smart Jump Mat and performs a vertical longitudinal jump. The experimenter jumps to the best of their ability and each jump was automatically recorded on the iPad. The unit is "cm". subjects will test three times and record the maximum height.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Standing Long Jumps at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Explosive Strength. Participants stand slightly apart in front of the jump line, bend their knees, and move their arms backwards, then swing their arms and jump as far as possible; Stand on both feet while maintaining an upright position. Measure the furthest horizontal distance. The unit is "cm". Participants will test two times and record the farthest distance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline 20m-sprint at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Explosive Strength. Use a stopwatch to record the duration of the participants' 30 m sprint. Set cones at 0 and 20 meters along a straight line. Participants place their toes on the starting line or behind the starting line, start from a stationary position, and sprint at maximum speed over the cone at a distance of 20 meters before safely slowing down. Test the time it takes to run a 20-meter sprint. The unit is "second(s)". Participants will test two times and record the fastest time from two tests.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Posture at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Balance at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Footwork at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Spins and Turns at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Preparation-movement-reduction at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Dynamic Performance at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

• Change from baseline Line Extension at 4 weeks and 8 weeks

  This parameter belongs to Dance Performance. Using a video camera, a recorded video of the Cha Cha Gold Medal solo routine is send to the 6 judges, and the pre- and post-tests need to be rated using the same criteria 'the Latin Dance Technical Quality Elements of World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) 2.1 Evaluation System'. The score range is 1-10. These subjects are college students with a basic level of Latin dance, so a minimum score of 6 and a maximum score of 10 have been determined. There are three levels, very excellent (10 points), excellent (8 points), and average (6 points). The total score given by the six experts will be recorded and the average score will be calculated. The higher the score, the higher the level of Latin dance.

  Pretest: Before experiment; Mid-test: 4 weeks end; Post-test: 8 weeks end.

Study Arms (2)

Plyometric Training Protocol for Explosive Strength

EXPERIMENTAL

The experimental groups will undergo 3 interventions a week, with one session lasting 90 minutes. The experimental group will perform 15 minutes of dynamic stretching, 30 minutes of Latin dance-specific technique training, 30 minutes of plyometric training, and 15 minutes of relaxation stretching.

Other: Plyometric training for experimental group

Traditional Training Protocol for Dance Performance

EXPERIMENTAL

The control group will perform 15 minutes of dynamic stretching, 30 minutes of Latin dance-specific technique training, 30 minutes of general training, and 15 minutes of relaxation stretching.

Other: Traditional training for control group

Interventions

Plyometric training for experimental group OTHER

The experimental groups will undergo 3 interventions a week, with one session lasting 90 minutes. The experimental group will perform 15 minutes of dynamic stretching, 30 minutes of Latin dance-specific technique training, 30 minutes of plyometric training, and 15 minutes of relaxation stretching.

Plyometric Training Protocol for Explosive Strength

Traditional training for control group OTHER

The control group will perform 15 minutes of dynamic stretching, 30 minutes of Latin dance-specific technique training, 30 minutes of general training, and 15 minutes of relaxation stretching.

Traditional Training Protocol for Dance Performance

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 30 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Have at least one year and more hours of Latin dance study.
• Must be a current university student.

You may not qualify if:

• Athletes who were systematically training their explosive strength.
• Athletes with sports injuries such as ankle or waist injuries who could not follow the entire training schedule for two months.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Universiti Putra Malaysia: lead

Related Publications (2)

• Du, M. (2020). Effects of plyometric training on lower extremity explosive strength and athletic performance in adolescent Latin dancers (Master Dissertation). Beijing Sport University, Bei Jing.

  BACKGROUND

• Effects of plyometric training on lower extremity explosive strength and athletic performance in adolescent Latin dancers

  BACKGROUND

Related Links

• Academic websites in China

MeSH Terms

Interventions

Plyometric Exercise; Control Groups

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Exercise Therapy; Rehabilitation; Aftercare; Continuity of Patient Care; Patient Care; Therapeutics; Physical Therapy Modalities; Physical Conditioning, Human; Exercise; Motor Activity; Movement; Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena; Musculoskeletal and Neural Physiological Phenomena; Epidemiologic Research Design; Epidemiologic Methods; Investigative Techniques; Research Design; Methods

Study Officials

• MENGQI AI

  University Putra Malaysia

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

MENG QI AI

CONTACT

+601169463259; gs65793@student.upm.edu.my

KIM GEOK SOH

CONTACT

03-97698153

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: TRIPLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT, INVESTIGATOR, OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Purpose: BASIC SCIENCE
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 6, 2025
• First Posted: January 16, 2025
• Study Start: March 1, 2025
• Primary Completion: April 30, 2025
• Study Completion: May 5, 2025
• Last Updated: January 22, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-01

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share