Key result
FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs reduce injury rates and improve physical fitness factors such as balance, jumping, and lower limb strength in preadolescent football players.
Why the study?
Most football players worldwide are under 18 years, with injury characteristics in children aged 7-12 years differing from older players, prompting an evaluation of FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs.
Do the FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs reduce injuries and improve physical fitness in preadolescent football players?
Population
Preadolescent football players across 10 included studies
Comparison
FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs vs comparator
Design
Systematic review
Authors
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Supports integration of 11+ Kids into preadolescent football training; confirms benefits and extends adult 11+ evidence to younger players.
Systematic Review
Do the FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs reduce injuries and improve physical fitness in preadolescent football players?
The FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs may be effective in reducing injury risk and improving physical performance in preadolescent football players.
Yalfani et al. (2020) conducted a systematic review in Preadolescent football players. FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs vs. Conventional warm-up or usual training was evaluated on Injury rates and physical fitness factors. FIFA 11+ and 11+ Kids warm-up programs reduce injury rates and improve physical fitness factors such as balance, jumping, and lower limb strength in preadolescent football players.
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