📌Takeaways
➡️There is relationship between plantarflexor function and athletic performance.
➡️investigating triceps surae muscle strength-endurance and power reveals large relationships with 10 m sprint times in Rugby Union players.
➡️emphasise on the potential importance of triceps surae muscle strengthening for short-sprint and acceleration abilities.
➡️👉Based on the strong relationships observed and the easy-to-use nature of the assessment procedures, practitioners could target and monitor improvements in plantarflexor performance function in gym or clinical settings, which may influence sprint performance.
📌Highlights of the study
•We tested the relationship between plantarflexor function and 10-m sprint performance in rugby.
•Plantarflexor power (weighted) and strength-endurance largely related to 10-m sprint times.
•Plantarflexion function is a key indicator of acceleration ability in Rugby Union.
•Our findings have performance implications for team sport athletes.
🏋️♂️ Implications for Training:
🔸 Focusing on calf muscle training may be helpful for on-field performance.
🔸 Regular calf exercises might not only enhance sprints but also 🛡️ decrease injury risks.
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