Plyometric Training on Sand vs Firm Ground in Young Adults

Summary The purpose of this interventional study is to determine whether the type of training surface used during plyometric training influences neuromuscular performance, dynamic postural balance, and muscle soreness in young active males. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Does plyometric training performed on sand improve dynamic postural balance more than training performed on a firm surface? * Does plyometric training performed on sand reduce lower-limb muscle soreness compared with training performed on a firm surface? Researchers will compare a firm-ground plyometric training group, a sand-surface plyometric training group, and a control group to evaluate the effects of training surfaces on physical performance and recovery. Participants will: * Perform plyometric training sessions three times per week for eight weeks (experimental groups). * Complete performance tests, including vertical jumps, sprint tests, change-of-direction speed tests, and the Y-Balance Test, before and after the intervention. * Report perceived lower-limb muscle soreness following training sessions.

NCT Number	NCT07489404
Lead Sponsor	University of Manouba
Conditions	Lower Limb Injuries
Enrollment	57 participants
Start Date	2024-09-01
Primary Completion	2024-11-15 (estimated)
Study Completion	2024-12-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-03-27