The Effects of Plyometric Training on Balance, Joint Position Sense, and Explosive Strength

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of plyometric training on balance, joint position sense, and explosive strength in young taekwondo athletes. A total of 20 taekwondo athletes aged between 15 and 18 years from Konya province voluntarily participated in the study. The participants were divided into two groups: an experimental group consisting of 10 athletes (5 female, 5 male) and a control group consisting of 10 athletes (5 female, 5 male). In addition to regular taekwondo training, the experimental group performed a plyometric training program three days per week for eight weeks, whereas the control group continued only their regular taekwondo training. Paired-sample and independent-sample t-tests were used for group comparisons.