PlayerNCT06297889
Effect of Core Strength Training on the Physical Fitness and Skills of Youth Field Hockey Players in China
A study testing core strength training 1-6weeks and core strength training 7-12weeks in people with Player, run by Universiti Putra Malaysia at 1 site in China.
Trial summary
Hockey, tracing its origins back to 2000 BC, has undergone substantial evolutionary transformations throughout the centuries. Initially known by various names, the game transitioned to its modern form approximately 50 years ago, when matches were conducted on grass fields with wooden sticks. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 15 to 17 years, men onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Player
- What is being tested?
- core strength training 1-6weeks and core strength training 7-12weeks
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 48 participants
- Where
- 1 siteChina
- Study dates
- 15 Feb 2024to 15 Jun 2024
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 15 to 17 years
- Men only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child
Who may be able to join
- -
- This study was conducted with male hockey players from Gansu Sports School and Linxia Sports School. Before recruiting the subjects, the researcher needed to inform the subjects of the proposed study and what they needed to participate in. After informing the subjects, the subjects will be allowed to ask questions. Various criteria and requirements for participation in this study are explained during the session. The inclusion criteria for potential participants were as follows:
- Male
- Aged 15 to 17 years
- Reside in Gansu Province, China
- Healthy
- Two years of training experience
Who cannot join
- on medication which may affect body composition and muscles activity like Diabetes Mellitus
- Currently participating in regular resistance training
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
China1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Ma Hucheng
Lanzhou, Gansu, 730000
Hucheng Ma, PHD, +8613909492013, 875803848@qq.com
WEI WEI, Senior Coach, +8618919171585, 3371189581@qq.com
About this study
Official title: Effects of Core Strength Training on Physical Fitness and Field Hockey Skills Performance Among Youth Male Field Hockey Players in Gansu, China
Hockey, tracing its origins back to 2000 BC, has undergone substantial evolutionary transformations throughout the centuries. Initially known by various names, the game transitioned to its modern form approximately 50 years ago, when matches were conducted on grass fields with wooden sticks. In contemporary international hockey, there has been a notable shift towards artificial grass, cultivating a dynamic and fast-paced game that places heightened demands on individual skills, tactical acumen, and physical fitness. This evolution reflects a continuous adaptation, seamlessly blending tradition with cutting-edge equipment and hybrid playing grounds.
Against this backdrop, modern-day hockey programs have metamorphosed into rigorous and demanding training regimes. Athletes engaged in these programs are required not only to demonstrate outstanding physical fitness but also exhibit a high level of proficiency in the nuanced skills essential for competitive play. As hockey continues its progressive trajectory, athletes partaking in these programs must meet elevated standards, underscoring the imperative integration of both exceptional fitness levels and precise skill execution.
Read more
Despite the growing emphasis on the physical and skill dimensions of hockey, a literature review uncovered a dearth of research specifically focusing on core strength training for hockey players. While core strength training has demonstrated efficacy in improving physical fitness and skill performance among athletes in other team sports, its applicability to hockey players remains underexplored. Moreover, no studies have systematically examined the impact of core strength training on the two critical variables of physical fitness and skill performance in hockey players.
To address this research gap, the present study sought to investigate the effects of core strength training on the physical fitness and skill performance of youth hockey players in Gansu Province, China. By doing so, this study not only contributes valuable insights to the existing body of literature but also furnishes theoretical support for the development of hockey sport programs. The findings are anticipated to inform targeted interventions aimed at enhancing athletes' physical fitness and skill performance, ultimately fostering the progression of hockey programs within the sporting landscape of China.
Read the detailed description
present study employed a two-group design consisting of a Control Group (CG) and an Experimental Group (EG). The training trial extended over 12 weeks, with sessions scheduled three (3) times weekly, each lasting one hour (1). The training regimen was organized into four distinct stages：beginner (1-3 weeks), intermediate (4-6 weeks), upper intermediate (7-9 weeks) and advanced (10-12 weeks).
Since the participants were young male athletes instead of adults, special attention was devoted to calibrating training intensity. Consistent with existing research, the intensity of strength training was designed to gradually escalate from low to high, adhering to the principle of training specificity (Faigenbaum et al., 2012; Harries et al., 2016). The recommended intensity levels were set at 60% of the one-repetition maximum (1RM), progressing to 70% and 80% 1RM(Brown,2007). This careful structuring of the program aimed to adapt the core strength training to the physiological characteristics and needs of youth athletes, ensuring both efficacy and safety throughout the trial period.Therefore, I invite experts to evaluate and score the experiment design, helping me do this experiment better.
- Conditions
- Player
- Being tested
- core strength training 1-6weeks, core strength training 7-12weeks
- Keywords
- Core Strength Training, Physical Fitness, skills performance
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
core strength training 1-6weeksBehavioural
Behaviour: core strength training intervention for 1-6 weeks. Experimental: The experimental group performed core strength training during weeks 1-3. Subjects were first provided with basic information, familiarised with the content of the first phase of core strength training and watched a core strength video to understand its importance. The initial intervention was designed to ensure that subjects were proficient in core strength training, including warm-up and stretching patterns. During weeks 4-6, subjects will be supervised and assisted and a test will be organised at the end of week 6. Variables related to physical fitness and skills were recorded to assess whether core strength training improved physical fitness and skills.
core strength training 7-12weeksBehavioural
Behaviour: core strength training intervention #7-12 weeks#.
Experimental: Weeks 7-9 were the experimental group:
Continued to warm up before each training session. The training content will increase in difficulty during this phase, and the supervisor should explain the training content and watch videos of the movements prior to training and prepare the training equipment in advance to protect the athlete from injury. Weeks 10-12: This is an advanced stage, requiring equipment and difficult movements to complete, please supervisors to arrange personnel to do a good job of protection to ensure that the subjects can complete the training tasks. A test will be conducted the day after Week 12 to measure the athlete's physical fitness and skills.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Core strength training interventions for 1-6 weeks | Experimental | Core strength training: Experiment: Experimental Group: Core Strength Training for 1-6 Weeks.Participants undergo a one-hour training session three times a week for 1- 6 weeks, incorporating a 15-minute warm-up followed by 45 minutes of targeted core strength training. Receives: Behavioral: core strength training 1-6weeks; Behavioral: core strength training 7-12weeks |
| Core strength training interventions for 7-12 weeks | Experimental | Core strength training: Experiment: Experimental Group: Core Strength Training for 7-12 Weeks.Participants undergo a one-hour training session three times a week for 7-12 weeks, incorporating a 10-minute warm-up followed by 50 minutes of targeted core strength training. Receives: Behavioral: core strength training 1-6weeks; Behavioral: core strength training 7-12weeks |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Power test
1.Power: Athletes perform the standing medicine ball throw test by turning their body to one side, bending their knees slightly, and forcefully throwing a 2 (kg) medicine ball forward. The test measures the vertical distance between the point of impact of the ball and the marking line. The athlete performs three trials on each side and the performance is measured in (m), e.g., (10.78 m on the left side) the best performance is recorded to assess functional power.
Measured: pretest, week 6, week 12
Speed test
2.Speed: The athlete performs 25 (m) and 50 (m) sprints from the bottom line of the hockey rink using Speed Smart infrared speed measuring equipment placed at a specified distance. The athlete stands 0.1 (m) from the device and sprints forward as hard as he/she can, with the infrared timing system automatically recording the time it takes the athlete to complete the 25 (m) and 50 (m) distances. Each athlete performs three trials and the performance is based on (m/s). The shorter the time, the better the acceleration and speed.
Measured: pretest, week 6, week 12
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted7 Mar 2024
- Study start15 Feb 2024
- Primary completion1 Jun 2024 (estimated)
- Study completion15 Jun 2024 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (3)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for PlayerStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Basic science
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Sequential
- Model description
- In this experiment, the experimental group engaged in the core strength training segment of the intervention specifically devised for this study, whereas the control group underwent conventional strength training activities.
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Investigator
- Enrolment
- 48 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Universiti Putra Malaysia
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, MA HUCHENG, Universiti Putra Malaysia
- Investigators
- Hucheng Ma, PHD, Principal investigator, Universiti Putra Malaysia
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06297889
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- Ma Hucheng
- Status last verified
- Mar 2024
- First submitted
- 19 Feb 2024
- Last updated
- 8 Mar 2024
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Since this is my doctoral thesis experiment, I won't share it until I graduate.
Publications
Axel TA, Crussemeyer JA, Dean K, Young DE. Field Test Performance of Junior Competitive Surf Athletes following a Core Strength Training Program. Int J Exerc Sci. 2018 Jun 1;11(6):696-707. doi: 10.70252/XHXE2254. eCollection 2018.
PubMed 29997737Faigenbaum AD, McFarland JE, Herman RE, Naclerio F, Ratamess NA, Kang J, Myer GD. Reliability of the one-repetition-maximum power clean test in adolescent athletes. J Strength Cond Res. 2012 Feb;26(2):432-7. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e318220db2c.
PubMed 22233786Willardson, J. M. (2013). Developing the core. Human Kinetics.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 8 Mar 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Core Strength Training on Physical Fitness and Field Hockey Skills Performance Among Youth Male Field Hockey Players in Gansu, China
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06297889
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Ma Hucheng
- Conditions
- Player
- Keywords
- Core Strength Training, Physical Fitness, skills performance
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 48 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Universiti Putra MalaysiaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Feb 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Jun 2024 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 15 Jun 2024 (estimated)
- First posted
- 7 Mar 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Hockey, tracing its origins back to 2000 BC, has undergone substantial evolutionary transformations throughout the centuries. Initially known by various names, the game transitioned to its modern form approximately 50 years ago, when matches were conducted on grass fields with wooden sticks. In contemporary international hockey, there has been a notable shift towards artificial grass, cultivating a dynamic and fast-paced game that places heightened demands on individual skills, tactical acumen, and physical fitness. This evolution reflects a continuous adaptation, seamlessly blending tradition with cutting-edge equipment and hybrid playing grounds.
Against this backdrop, modern-day hockey programs have metamorphosed into rigorous and demanding training regimes. Athletes engaged in these programs are required not only to demonstrate outstanding physical fitness but also exhibit a high level of proficiency in the nuanced skills essential for competitive play. As hockey continues its progressive trajectory, athletes partaking in these programs must meet elevated standards, underscoring the imperative integration of both exceptional fitness levels and precise skill execution.
Despite the growing emphasis on the physical and skill dimensions of hockey, a literature review uncovered a dearth of research specifically focusing on core strength training for hockey players. While core strength training has demonstrated efficacy in improving physical fitness and skill performance among athletes in other team sports, its applicability to hockey players remains underexplored. Moreover, no studies have systematically examined the impact of core strength training on the two critical variables of physical fitness and skill performance in hockey players.
To address this research gap, the present study sought to investigate the effects of core strength training on the physical fitness and skill performance of youth hockey players in Gansu Province, China. By doing so, this study not only contributes valuable insights to the existing body of literature but also furnishes theoretical support for the development of hockey sport programs. The findings are anticipated to inform targeted interventions aimed at enhancing athletes' physical fitness and skill performance, ultimately fostering the progression of hockey programs within the sporting landscape of China.
Detailed description
present study employed a two-group design consisting of a Control Group (CG) and an Experimental Group (EG). The training trial extended over 12 weeks, with sessions scheduled three (3) times weekly, each lasting one hour (1). The training regimen was organized into four distinct stages：beginner (1-3 weeks), intermediate (4-6 weeks), upper intermediate (7-9 weeks) and advanced (10-12 weeks).
Since the participants were young male athletes instead of adults, special attention was devoted to calibrating training intensity. Consistent with existing research, the intensity of strength training was designed to gradually escalate from low to high, adhering to the principle of training specificity (Faigenbaum et al., 2012; Harries et al., 2016). The recommended intensity levels were set at 60% of the one-repetition maximum (1RM), progressing to 70% and 80% 1RM(Brown,2007). This careful structuring of the program aimed to adapt the core strength training to the physiological characteristics and needs of youth athletes, ensuring both efficacy and safety throughout the trial period.Therefore, I invite experts to evaluate and score the experiment design, helping me do this experiment better.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Basic science
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Sequential
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, investigator)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- In this experiment, the experimental group engaged in the core strength training segment of the intervention specifically devised for this study, whereas the control group underwent conventional strength training activities.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Core strength training interventions for 1-6 weeks | Experimental | Behavioral: core strength training 1-6weeks, Behavioral: core strength training 7-12weeksCore strength training: Experiment: Experimental Group: Core Strength Training for 1-6 Weeks.Participants undergo a one-hour training session three times a week for 1- 6 weeks, incorporating a 15-minute warm-up followed by 45 minutes of targeted core strength training. |
| Core strength training interventions for 7-12 weeks | Experimental | Behavioral: core strength training 1-6weeks, Behavioral: core strength training 7-12weeksCore strength training: Experiment: Experimental Group: Core Strength Training for 7-12 Weeks.Participants undergo a one-hour training session three times a week for 7-12 weeks, incorporating a 10-minute warm-up followed by 50 minutes of targeted core strength training. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 15 to 17 years
- Sex
- Male only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- -
- This study was conducted with male hockey players from Gansu Sports School and Linxia Sports School. Before recruiting the subjects, the researcher needed to inform the subjects of the proposed study and what they needed to participate in. After informing the subjects, the subjects will be allowed to ask questions. Various criteria and requirements for participation in this study are explained during the session. The inclusion criteria for potential participants were as follows:
- Male
- Aged 15 to 17 years
- Reside in Gansu Province, China
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- on medication which may affect body composition and muscles activity like Diabetes Mellitus
- Currently participating in regular resistance training
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| core strength training 1-6weeksBehaviour: core strength training intervention for 1-6 weeks. Experimental: The experimental group performed core strength training during weeks 1-3. Subjects were first provided with basic information, familiarised with the content of the first phase of core strength training and watched a core strength video to understand its importance. The initial intervention was designed to ensure that subjects were proficient in core strength training, including warm-up and stretching patterns. During weeks 4-6, subjects will be supervised and assisted and a test will be organised at the end of week 6. Variables related to physical fitness and skills were recorded to assess whether core strength training improved physical fitness and skills. | Behavioural | Core strength training interventions for 1-6 weeks, Core strength training interventions for 7-12 weeks |
| core strength training 7-12weeksBehaviour: core strength training intervention #7-12 weeks#. Experimental: Weeks 7-9 were the experimental group: Continued to warm up before each training session. The training content will increase in difficulty during this phase, and the supervisor should explain the training content and watch videos of the movements prior to training and prepare the training equipment in advance to protect the athlete from injury. Weeks 10-12: This is an advanced stage, requiring equipment and difficult movements to complete, please supervisors to arrange personnel to do a good job of protection to ensure that the subjects can complete the training tasks. A test will be conducted the day after Week 12 to measure the athlete's physical fitness and skills. | Behavioural | Core strength training interventions for 1-6 weeks, Core strength training interventions for 7-12 weeks |
Primary outcome
Power test
Time frame: pretest, week 6, week 12
1.Power: Athletes perform the standing medicine ball throw test by turning their body to one side, bending their knees slightly, and forcefully throwing a 2 (kg) medicine ball forward. The test measures the vertical distance between the point of impact of the ball and the marking line. The athlete performs three trials on each side and the performance is measured in (m), e.g., (10.78 m on the left side) the best performance is recorded to assess functional power.
Speed test
Time frame: pretest, week 6, week 12
2.Speed: The athlete performs 25 (m) and 50 (m) sprints from the bottom line of the hockey rink using Speed Smart infrared speed measuring equipment placed at a specified distance. The athlete stands 0.1 (m) from the device and sprints forward as hard as he/she can, with the infrared timing system automatically recording the time it takes the athlete to complete the 25 (m) and 50 (m) distances. Each athlete performs three trials and the performance is based on (m/s). The shorter the time, the better the acceleration and speed.
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 8 Mar 2024.
- Results publication: PubMed 29997737Axel TA, Crussemeyer JA, Dean K, Young DE. Field Test Performance of Junior Competitive Surf Athletes following a Core Strength Training Program. Int J Exerc Sci. 2018 Jun 1;11(6):696-707. doi: 10.70252/XHXE2254. eCollection 2018.
- Results publication: PubMed 22233786Faigenbaum AD, McFarland JE, Herman RE, Naclerio F, Ratamess NA, Kang J, Myer GD. Reliability of the one-repetition-maximum power clean test in adolescent athletes. J Strength Cond Res. 2012 Feb;26(2):432-7. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e318220db2c.
- Results publicationWillardson, J. M. (2013). Developing the core. Human Kinetics.
- Sources of training programmesLink provided by the sponsor.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Since this is my doctoral thesis experiment, I won't share it until I graduate.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Hucheng Ma, PHD principal investigator
Universiti Putra Malaysia
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing core strength training 1-6weeks and core strength training 7-12weeks in people with Player, run by Universiti Putra Malaysia at 1 site in China.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 7 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 8 Mar 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in China. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Hucheng Ma, PHD (+8613909492013, 875803848@qq.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Power test (time frame: pretest, week 6, week 12). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06297889, which also lists 3 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 8 Mar 2024.