Experimental design shows significant improvement in dynamic balance via wobble board training, indicating its benefit for female athletes.
BACKGROUND: Balance, whether static or dynamic, plays a crucial role in sports performance, helping to reduce the risk of injuries. Incorporating balance training into sports routines is essential, and wobble board exercises have demonstrated effectiveness in minimizing the risk of falls and injuries. AIM: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of wobble board exercises on the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) in female sprinters. METHOD: A single-group pre-post experimental design was employed, involving 15 female sprinters. The SEBT was conducted before and after the intervention. The participants underwent wobble board training for four weeks, with three sessions per week. RESULT: A statistically significant improvement was observed in the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) reach distances across all eight directions post-intervention. The anterior direction of the right lower limb showed the greatest increase, while the medial direction of the left limb showed the least improvement. CONCLUSION: The study concluded that four weeks of wobble board training effectively improved dynamic balance in all eight directions of the SEBT.
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