ArticleBMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation2025
In-school resistance training improves physical fitness in pubertal girls: a randomized controlled trial.
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- Effect of vertical and horizontal plyometric training on physical fitness performance in 13-14-year-old untrained boys.BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation · 2026Article
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backgroundPhysical fitness is a powerful marker of current and future health in children and adolescents. However, global reports have long documented a persistent decline, with an even greater decline among girls. This study aimed to examine the impact of school-based resistance training (RT) on physical fitness and body composition in pubertal girls.
methodsA randomized controlled trial was conducted over eight weeks, with sessions held three times a week. RT program was conducted during physical education classes. A total of 79 girls from four schools were randomly assigned to one of four groups: control group (CON, n = 21), traditional strength training group (TST, n = 20), plyometric training group (PT, n = 19), and combined training group (CT, n = 19). Pre- and post-intervention assessments were performed by evaluating body composition, musculoskeletal fitness, cardiorespiratory fitness, speed and agility.
resultsSignificant improvements were observed in TST for push-ups, 1 min sit-ups, standing long jump (SLJ) and 50 m sprint (p < 0.05). PT and CT groups displayed valuable improvement in push-ups, SLJ, 50 m sprint and Illinois changes of direction test (p < 0.05). Notably, CT yielded a significant increase in the 20 m shuttle run test (p < 0.001). However, non-significant changes in body composition were observed across intervention groups.
conclusionRT program implemented during physical education classes was effective in improving physical fitness. Each RT modalities offering unique advantages. CLINICAL TRIAL NUMBER: ChiCTR2500103789; Retrospectively registered on 5/6/2025.
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