Elements of functional training in volleyball training sessions for young women aged 16-17

Аннотация

Objective of the study is to experimentally prove the effectiveness of volleyball training sessions with elements of functional training for young women aged 16-17.

Methods and structure of the study. Two groups of subjects participated in the 9-month scientific study: an experimental group (n=12), whose training process was based on the integration of functional training elements, and a control group (n=11), which followed a traditional training method.

Results and conclusions. The volleyball players in the experimental group showed statistically significant improvements in speed-strength and coordination indicators, manifested in jumping, throwing, special running exercises and trunk lifts. The results of the study demonstrate a marked positive trend in the experimental group: the increase in physical fitness indicators varies between 5.55% and 29.51%, while the control group showed less significant progress, confirming the effectiveness of functional training, including plyometrics, balance exercises, and medicine ball work in the training process.  Experimental studies have shown that functional training significantly improves the special physical training of volleyball players; the greatest increase was noted in agility (36.65%) and torso strength (29.17%); the technique helps prevent injuries by improving jumping and landing techniques.  The study is relevant for coaches and specialists in the field of sports training, offering scientifically based methods for optimising the training process.