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- Title
Could Slackline Training Complement the FIFA 11+ Programme Regarding Training of Neuromuscular Control?
- Authors
Jäger, Tobias; Kiefer, Julian; Werner, Inge; Federolf, Peter A.
- Abstract
The current study compared changes in neuromuscular control between slackline training and the stabilization training elements of the FIFA 11+ programme. Twenty-five students in 2 groups performed a 12-unit training programme. The slackline training group (n = 13) exclusively trained with a slackline. The stabilization training group (n = 12) practised exercises as described in the second part of the FIFA 11+ programme. Improvements in balance were assessed using three tests for dynamic, quasi-static, and perturbed postural control: the star excursion balance test (SEBT), the closed-eye single-leg stance, and the MFT S3-Check. Both groups significantly improved the stability and sensorimotor index of the MFT S3-Check (p < .001), their range on the SEBT (p < .001), and the duration of closed-eye single-leg stance (p < .001). The group × training interaction was significant for the MFT S3-Check (stability index:p = .042; sensorimotor index:p = .004) and the SEBT (dominant leg:p = .003; averaged both legs:p = .016), with the slackline training group showing a larger training effect than the stabilization training group. The results of the present study suggest that slackline training offers similar – or better – improvements in neuromuscular control as the FIFA 11+ warm-up programme. If compliance with the FIFA 11+ programme is declining, then slacklining might offer an alternative approach to reach the training goals of improved sensorimotor control.
- Subjects
SPORTS injury prevention; POSTURAL balance; MOTOR ability; NEUROPHYSIOLOGY; THERAPEUTICS; NEUROMUSCULAR system; PHYSICAL training &; conditioning; WARMUP
- Publication
European Journal of Sport Science, 2017, Vol 17, Issue 8, p1021
- ISSN
1746-1391
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1080/17461391.2017.1347204