Influence of Medicine Ball Exercises on Core and Muscular Endurance in Football Athletes
Mr. Khan Nehal Ahmed
Director in Physical Education & Sports
(Associate Professor)
K.S.P. Mandal’s
Chattrapati ShivajiRaje Mahavidyalaya, Udgir.
Dist Latur . Maharashtra .( khannehal@rediffmail.com)
9421500591
Abstract
This study examines the impact of medicine ball training on abdominal and muscular strength among young football players in Maharashtra. A total of thirty (n=30) Indian football players, aged 8 to 12 years, were randomly selected from District Football Association Udgir, Maharashtra. The participants were divided into two groups: an experimental group (n=15) and a control group (n=15). The experimental group underwent a structured medicine ball training program three times a week for six weeks, with each session lasting 45 minutes. Meanwhile, the control group continued their regular football activities without additional strength training interventions. To assess abdominal and muscular strength, the Sit-ups (Aapher Youth Fitness Test) was utilized as a standardized measurement tool. Pre-test and post-test data were collected and analyzed using a dependent t-test in Excel and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). A significance level of 0.05 was set to determine statistical relevance. Findings revealed a significant improvement in the experimental group following the training period, while no notable changes were observed in the control group. These results suggest that medicine ball training is an effective method for enhancing core strength among young football players.
Keywords:- Football, Medicine Ball Training, Abdominal Strength, Muscular Strength
DOI link – https://doi.org/10.69758/GIMRJ/25040401V13P0010
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