Effects of Upper and Lower Limb Plyometric Training Program on Components of Physical Performance in Young Female Handball Players

PURPOSE: This study examined the effects of a 10-week combined upper and lower limb plyometric training (ULLPT) programs on components of physical performance in young female handball players. METHODS: = 17) groups. Two-way analyses of performance (group × time) assessed changes in handgrip force, back extensor strength; medicine ball throwing, 30-m sprint times, change of direction (CoD) Modified Illinois test (Illinois-MT), four jumping tests squat jump (SJ), countermovement jump (CMJ), CMJ with arms (CMJA) and 5 jump test (5JT), static and dynamic balance, and repeated sprint T-test scores (RSTT). RESULTS: value large to medium). However, balance did not differ significantly between EG and CG. CONCLUSION: We conclude that 10 weeks of ULLPT improved many measures of physical performance in young female handball players.