The effect of resistance training on selected motor components of football players

Abstract

This experimental study investigates the effect of resistance training on selected motor components—strength, agility, and speed—among male football players aged 14 to 18 years from Pimpri Chinchwad. A total of 30 participants were selected and subjected to a structured resistance training regimen to enhance their physical performance. Pre- and post-training assessments were conducted using the 50-meter dash to measure speed, the T-test to assess agility, and the Isometric Knee Extension test to evaluate strength. The collected data were analyzed to determine improvements in these motor components resulting from the resistance training intervention. The results indicated significant improvements in all tested areas, underscoring the positive impact of resistance training on the athletic abilities of football players. This study provides valuable insights into the role of resistance training in enhancing the physical fitness of adolescent athletes engaged in competitive sports, particularly football.