Acute Effects of Five Different Stretching Exercises on Agility and Speed

The aim of the research was to evaluate the acute effect of five different stretching techniques used as a part of agility and speed training. The sample groups consisted of 108 PF UJEP students who study in the field of physical education and sports. Participants performed five different warm-up stretching models in five different weeks, each Monday at the same time and place. The agility test and sprint were applied immediately after each stretching exercise. Both tests were performed without stretching (NS), after static stretching (SS), dynamic stretching (DS), static + dynamic stretching (SDS), and dynamic + static stretching (DSS) following 5 minutes of jogging. The ANOVA Chi Square statistical method and Wilcoxon Matched Pairs Tests were used to evaluate the data. The differences between the protocols were as follows NS with DS, NS with DSS, NS with SDS, SS with DS, SS with DSS, SS with SDS, DSS with SDS in 10 m (p < 0.05). There is a statistical difference between NS with SS, NS with DS, NS with DSS, NS with SDS in Illinois agility test (p < 0.05). Types of dynamic stretching have a positive effect on strength and speed sports performance. To increase agility, it is recommended to warm up in combination with a model of dynamic stretching after static stretching.