Effects of Different Warm-Up Methods on Performance in Competitive Young Swimmers Aged 11 to 18

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying different warm-up methods in young competitive swimmers to see how they affect athletic performance. The focus is on Post-Activation Performance Enhancement PAPE, a technique thought to improve performance after short bursts of intense activity. The study compares three warm-up protocols added to the swimmers usual routine, measuring their impact on jump height and swim times over various distances. The study involves four groups one doing squats with elastic bands, one performing drop jumps from a box, one combining both exercises, and a control group that follows no special warm-up. Each exercise protocol has specific sets, repetitions, and recovery times to evaluate their effects. The squats use different resistance bands, while the drop jumps use a 45 cm box for plyometric training. Participants will undergo baseline assessments before warm-ups and repeated tests immediately after and up to 12 minutes later. Measurements include countermovement jump height, swim times, skin temperature, heart rate, muscle oxygen levels, and perceived exertion. The study uses a randomized design and statistical analysis to compare results, aiming to identify the most effective warm-up for young swimmers. The study will run from December 2025 to February 2026.

Acute Effects of Different Warm-Up Protocols in Competitive Young Swimmers