The Effect of Core Stabilization Training Versus Balance Training on Agility in Young Soccer Players
Corresponding Author(s) : Dr.Pritesh Yeole
drpriteshphysio@gmail.com
International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research,
Vol. 9 No. 3 (2021): 2021 Volume - 9 Issue - 3
Abstract
Background
Balance training uses task-specific neural adaptations at the spinal and supraspinal levels. It suppresses spinal reflex excitability such as the muscle stretch reflex during postural tasks, which leads to less destabilizing movements and improved balance as required in sports during the activities such as running, jumping, changing direction. The core training improves agility due to better motor recruitment, better neural recruitment, or better neural adaptation. Due to enhanced core stability players are able to apply force more efficiently when running and jumping, generate more power when kicking a ball, and stand up better when being tackled.
Aim
To compare the effect of Core stabilization training and Balance training on agility in young soccer players.
Methods
In this comparative study, 30 young male soccer players who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were recruited from Nashik united sports academy. Subjects were then divided into two groups- Group A –Core Stabilization training and Group B – Balance Training. First of all, pre – agility tests were recorded in each subject. Then the training was given for next 6 weeks, thrice a week, 35 minutes/session. After 6 weeks, post-agility test was recorded.
Results
‘p’ values were found significant for paired t tests (<0.0005) and non-significant for unpaired t tests Hexagonal agility test (P value 0.3612), T- Agility test (P value 0.0614) and Pro – Agility Test (P value 0.0208).
Conclusion.
The study concluded that 6-week program of Core stabilization training and Balance training is equally effective in improving agility in young soccer players.
However, the pro-agility test data suggests core stabilization training is more effective than balance training in improving agility in young soccer players.
Keywords
Agility
Balance
Core stabilization
Bosu ball
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Dr.Pritesh Yeole, Sayali Khairnar, Namrata Shinde, Dr.Krishna Shinde. The Effect of Core Stabilization Training Versus Balance Training on Agility in Young Soccer Players. Int. J. of Allied Med. Sci. and Clin. Res. [Internet]. 2021 Aug. 2 [cited 2026 Apr. 19];9(3):457-64. Available from: https://ijamscr.com/ijamscr/article/view/1045
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4. Cerrah Ali Onur, Bayram Ismail, Yildixer Gunay, Urgurla Olgun, Simsek Deniz, Ertan Hayri. Int J Sports Exercises Train Sci. 2016; 2(2):73-81; effects of functional balance training on static and dynamic balance performance of adolescent soccer players.
5. Yapici Aysegul, Pamukkale University, TURKEY. Investigation of the effects of teaching core exercises on young soccer players. Int J Environ Sci Educ. 2016; 11(16):9410-21.
6. Ramirez-Campillo Rodrigo, Gallardo Francisco, Henriquez-Olguin Carlos, Meylan Cesar MP, Martinez Cristian, Alvarez Cristian. National Strength and Conditioning Association, volume 29(7)/1784-1795; effect of vertical, horizontal, and combined plyometric training on explosive, balance, and endurance performance of young soccer players. J Strength Cond Res. 2015.
7. Gioftsidou A, Malliou P, Pafis G, Beneka A, Godolias G, Maganaris CN. The effects of soccer training and timing of balance training on balance ability. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2006; 96(6):659-64. doi: 10.1007/s00421-005-0123-3, PMID 16416322.
8. Mohamed Shapie MN. A Case Study: The Effects of Speed, Agility and Quickness (SAQ) Training Program on Hand-Eye Coordination and Dynamic Balance among Children. JPFMTS; 2(4). doi: 10.19080/JPFMTS.2018.02.555591.
9. Prieske O, Muehlbauer T, Borde R, et al. Neuromuscular and athletic performance following core strength training in elite youth soccer: role of instability. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2016; 26(1):48-56. doi: 10.1111/sms.12403, PMID 25559249; Neuromuscular and athletic performance following core strength training in young elite youth soccer: Role of instability.
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13. Sabin Sopa Ioan, Alexandru Szabo Dan. National University of physical education and sport. Test Agility Balance Volleyball Game. 2015/09/01; XI: 167-75. doi: doi.
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16. Acar Hakan, Eler Nebahat. The effect of balance exercises on speed and agility in physical education lessons. ujer. 2019; 7(1):74-9. doi: 10.13189/ujer.2019.070110.
17. evangelos Bekris. Kahrimanis Georgios, anagnostakos konstantinos, Ioannis gissis, christos Papadopoulos, sotiropoulos aristomenis. [Proprioception and balance training can improve amateur soccer players’ technical skills]. J Phys Educ Sport ® (JPES), Vol 12(1):81-9: Art 13, 2012 online ISSN: 2247 - 806X; p-ISSN: 2247 – 8051.
18. Dinç Nurten, Ergin Esin. The effect of 8-week Core Training on Balance, Agility and Explosive Force Performance. Univers J Educ Res. 2019; 7(2):550-5. doi: 10.13189/ujer.2019.070227.
2. Nesrin CELIK, Mehmet KILIC, Halil TASKIN. Science, movement and health. The Eff Balance Agility Soccer Players. 2017. September 2017 (2, supplement); XVII (2); Suppl: 233-7.
3. Anoop Aggarwal, Kalpana Zutshi, Jitender Munjal, Suraj Kumar. Indian J Physiother Occup Ther. October–december 2010; 4, no. 4; effect of core stabilization training on dynamic balance in non-professional sports players.
4. Cerrah Ali Onur, Bayram Ismail, Yildixer Gunay, Urgurla Olgun, Simsek Deniz, Ertan Hayri. Int J Sports Exercises Train Sci. 2016; 2(2):73-81; effects of functional balance training on static and dynamic balance performance of adolescent soccer players.
5. Yapici Aysegul, Pamukkale University, TURKEY. Investigation of the effects of teaching core exercises on young soccer players. Int J Environ Sci Educ. 2016; 11(16):9410-21.
6. Ramirez-Campillo Rodrigo, Gallardo Francisco, Henriquez-Olguin Carlos, Meylan Cesar MP, Martinez Cristian, Alvarez Cristian. National Strength and Conditioning Association, volume 29(7)/1784-1795; effect of vertical, horizontal, and combined plyometric training on explosive, balance, and endurance performance of young soccer players. J Strength Cond Res. 2015.
7. Gioftsidou A, Malliou P, Pafis G, Beneka A, Godolias G, Maganaris CN. The effects of soccer training and timing of balance training on balance ability. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2006; 96(6):659-64. doi: 10.1007/s00421-005-0123-3, PMID 16416322.
8. Mohamed Shapie MN. A Case Study: The Effects of Speed, Agility and Quickness (SAQ) Training Program on Hand-Eye Coordination and Dynamic Balance among Children. JPFMTS; 2(4). doi: 10.19080/JPFMTS.2018.02.555591.
9. Prieske O, Muehlbauer T, Borde R, et al. Neuromuscular and athletic performance following core strength training in elite youth soccer: role of instability. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2016; 26(1):48-56. doi: 10.1111/sms.12403, PMID 25559249; Neuromuscular and athletic performance following core strength training in young elite youth soccer: Role of instability.
10. Yaggie James A, Campbell Brian M. Effects of balance training on selected skills. J Strength Cond Res. 2006; 20(2):422-8. doi: 10.1519/R-17294.1, PMID 16686574.
11. O’Sullivan Susan B, Schmitz Thomas J, Fulk George D, chapter 6. Physical rehabilitation. 6th ed. p. 206-50.
12. NSCA’s Guide to program design. Kinetic select, National Strength and Conditioning Research; Page no. 43-45. Assessing Agility Using T-Test: 5-10-5 shuttle and Illinois test.
13. Sabin Sopa Ioan, Alexandru Szabo Dan. National University of physical education and sport. Test Agility Balance Volleyball Game. 2015/09/01; XI: 167-75. doi: doi.
14. Nimphius Sophia, Callaghan Samuel J, Bezodis Neil E, and Lockie Robert G. Change of direction and agility tests: challenging our current measures of performance. Strength & Conditioning Journal. 2018; 40(1):26-38. doi: 10.1519/SSC.0000000000000309.
15. Kubal Swati, Padwal Dhananjay. ISSN [online]. Vol. 5(10). p. 2319. International Journal of Sci Eng Research (IJSR) [cited 30/6/2021]-7064. The Effect of Balance training on Agility in young cricketers.
16. Acar Hakan, Eler Nebahat. The effect of balance exercises on speed and agility in physical education lessons. ujer. 2019; 7(1):74-9. doi: 10.13189/ujer.2019.070110.
17. evangelos Bekris. Kahrimanis Georgios, anagnostakos konstantinos, Ioannis gissis, christos Papadopoulos, sotiropoulos aristomenis. [Proprioception and balance training can improve amateur soccer players’ technical skills]. J Phys Educ Sport ® (JPES), Vol 12(1):81-9: Art 13, 2012 online ISSN: 2247 - 806X; p-ISSN: 2247 – 8051.
18. Dinç Nurten, Ergin Esin. The effect of 8-week Core Training on Balance, Agility and Explosive Force Performance. Univers J Educ Res. 2019; 7(2):550-5. doi: 10.13189/ujer.2019.070227.