Athletic PerformanceHPT-Sprint YouNCT07571083
Horizontal Plyometric Training and Sprint Mechanics in Early-Adolescent Track-and-Field Athletes
A study testing Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training in people with Athletic Performance and Sprint Performance, run by Federal University of Vicosa at 1 site in Colombia.
Trial summary
This field-based exploratory pre-post study examined the effects of a six-week horizontally oriented plyometric training program on sprint performance and sprint-related temporal-kinematic outcomes in early-adolescent male track-and-field athletes. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 12 to 13 years, men onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Athletic Performance, Sprint Performance, Youths
- What is being tested?
- Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 9 participants
- Where
- 1 siteColombia
- Study dates
- 1 Jul 2022to 30 Aug 2022
- 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 12 to 13 years
- Men only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child
Who may be able to join
- Male early-adolescent track-and-field athletes aged 12-13 years.
- Active participation in a municipal or community-based athletics training program in Antioquia, Colombia.
- Minimum recent experience in athletics training according to the records of the local training program.
- Ability to complete sprint testing, jump testing, and the planned plyometric training sessions.
- Written informed consent provided by a parent or legal guardian.
- Written or documented assent provided by the minor participant.
Who cannot join
- Current musculoskeletal injury, pain, or medical restriction that prevents sprinting, jumping, or participation in plyometric training.
- Any cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, or other health condition contraindicating high-intensity physical exercise.
- Failure to complete baseline or post-intervention assessments.
- Absence from a substantial portion of the intervention sessions, according to the predefined adherence criteria.
- Participation in another structured training or research intervention that could substantially affect the outcomes during the study period.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Effects of Twelve Sessions of Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training on Sprint-Related Temporal-Kinematic Outcomes in Early-Adolescent Track-and-Field Athletes: A Field-Based Exploratory Pre-Post Study
This field-based exploratory pre-post study examined the effects of a six-week horizontally oriented plyometric training program on sprint performance and sprint-related temporal-kinematic outcomes in early-adolescent male track-and-field athletes. Participants completed 12 supervised plyometric training sessions integrated into their regular athletics practice. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and after the intervention using field-based sprint testing, video-derived temporal-kinematic analysis, and horizontal jump performance measures.
The study was conducted in a low-resource community sport setting in Antioquia, Colombia. The intervention was designed according to the participants' age, training background, and usual sport practice demands, with progressive exercise exposure, supervision, adequate recovery, and safety monitoring throughout the training period.
Read the detailed description
Horizontally oriented plyometric training may be relevant for sprint development because sprint acceleration and the transition toward maximal sprinting velocity require rapid force production and effective forward orientation of propulsive actions. However, evidence in early-adolescent track-and-field athletes remains limited, particularly in community-based sport contexts where coaches rely on accessible field tests and video-based kinematic procedures.
This exploratory single-arm intervention study evaluated pre-post changes after 12 sessions of horizontally oriented plyometric training in male early-adolescent track-and-field athletes aged 12-13 years. The training program was delivered over approximately six weeks and was integrated into the athletes' regular training routine. The intervention emphasized horizontally directed plyometric actions and was implemented with progressive exposure, technical supervision, adequate rest periods, and suspension criteria in case of pain, excessive fatigue, musculoskeletal discomfort, or any safety concern.
Sprint performance and sprint-related temporal-kinematic variables were assessed before and after the intervention. Field-based assessments included sprint time and video-derived sprint variables, complemented by horizontal jump performance. Because the study was conducted with minors and a small sport-specific sample, all data will be reported in aggregate form, and no individual participant data will be publicly shared.
- Conditions
- Athletic Performance, Sprint Performance, Youths
- Being tested
- Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training
- Keywords
- Plyometric training, Horizontal plyometrics, Sprint mechanics, Sprint performance, Temporal-kinematic analysis
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Horizontally Oriented Plyometric TrainingOther
The intervention consisted of 12 supervised sessions of horizontally oriented plyometric exercises delivered over approximately six weeks. Exercises emphasized forward-directed explosive actions and horizontal force application through age-appropriate plyometric tasks. Sessions were conducted under supervision and incorporated warm-up, technical instruction, controlled progression of volume and intensity, rest periods, and monitoring for pain, excessive fatigue, or musculoskeletal discomfort.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Plyometric Training | Experimental | Participants completed a six-week horizontally oriented plyometric training program consisting of 12 supervised sessions integrated into their regular athletics training. The program emphasized horizontally directed jumping and bounding actions relevant to sprint acceleration and forward propulsion. Training exposure was adjusted according to participants' age, experience, and tolerance, with progressive loading, technical supervision, adequate rest intervals, and safety monitoring. Receives: Other: Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in 60-m Sprint Time
Total time to complete a 60-m sprint, measured in seconds under field-based conditions. Lower values indicate better sprint performance.
Measured: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Secondary outcomes (4)
Change in Sprint Split Times
Sprint segment times derived from field-based sprint testing. Segment times will be used to describe changes in sprint acceleration and sprint performance distribution across the sprint distance. Lower values indicate better segment performance.
Measured: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Change in Video-Derived Sprint Temporal-Kinematic Variables
Sprint-related temporal-kinematic variables derived from video analysis during sprint testing. These variables may include step-related temporal and spatial indicators according to the available video-based analysis protocol.
Measured: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Change in Horizontal Jump Performance
Horizontal jump performance assessed using a field-based jump test. Greater jump distance indicates better horizontal explosive performance.
Measured: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Adverse Events During Training
Any pain, musculoskeletal discomfort, excessive fatigue, or event requiring interruption, modification, or suspension of the training session will be recorded throughout the intervention.
Measured: From the first intervention session to the final intervention session, approximately six weeks.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted6 May 2026
- Study start1 Jul 2022
- Primary completion1 Jul 2022
- Study completion30 Aug 2022
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (5)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Athletic PerformanceStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
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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
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Model description
- All participants received the same horizontally oriented plyometric training program. Outcomes were compared within participants from baseline to post-intervention.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 9 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Federal University of Vicosa
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Édison Andrés Pérez Bedoya, Federal University of Vicosa
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07571083
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- TdeA-HPT-Sprint-Youth-2026
- Acronym
- HPT-Sprint You
- Status last verified
- Apr 2026
- First submitted
- 30 Apr 2026
- Last updated
- 6 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be shared because the study involved minors and a small sport-specific sample, which may increase the risk of indirect identification. Results will be reported only in aggregate form. De-identified summary data may be made available upon reasonable request when compatible with the ethics approval, participant consent, and institutional data protection requirements.
Publications
McKay AKA, Stellingwerff T, Smith ES, Martin DT, Mujika I, Goosey-Tolfrey VL, Sheppard J, Burke LM. Defining Training and Performance Caliber: A Participant Classification Framework. Int J Sports Physiol Perform. 2022 Feb 1;17(2):317-331. doi: 10.1123/ijspp.2021-0451. Epub 2022 Dec 29.
PubMed 34965513Rumpf MC, Lockie RG, Cronin JB, Jalilvand F. Effect of Different Sprint Training Methods on Sprint Performance Over Various Distances: A Brief Review. J Strength Cond Res. 2016 Jun;30(6):1767-85. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001245.
PubMed 26492101Ramirez-Campillo R, Meylan C, Alvarez C, Henriquez-Olguin C, Martinez C, Canas-Jamett R, Andrade DC, Izquierdo M. Effects of in-season low-volume high-intensity plyometric training on explosive actions and endurance of young soccer players. J Strength Cond Res. 2014 May;28(5):1335-42. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000000284.
PubMed 24751658Moran J, Sandercock GRH, Ramírez-Campillo R, Wooller JJ, Logothetis S, Schoenmakers PPJM, Parry DA. Maturation-related adaptations in running speed in response to sprint training in youth soccer players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 2017;31(2):347-352.
Lloyd RS, Oliver JL. The youth physical development model: A new approach to long-term athletic development. Strength and Conditioning Journal. 2012;34(3):61-72.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 6 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Twelve Sessions of Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training on Sprint-Related Temporal-Kinematic Outcomes in Early-Adolescent Track-and-Field Athletes: A Field-Based Exploratory Pre-Post Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07571083
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- HPT-Sprint You / TdeA-HPT-Sprint-Youth-2026
- Conditions
- Athletic Performance, Sprint Performance, Youths
- Keywords
- Plyometric training, Horizontal plyometrics, Sprint mechanics, Sprint performance, Temporal-kinematic analysis
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 9 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Federal University of VicosaUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jul 2022 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Jul 2022 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 Aug 2022 (actual)
- First posted
- 6 May 2026 (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.
This field-based exploratory pre-post study examined the effects of a six-week horizontally oriented plyometric training program on sprint performance and sprint-related temporal-kinematic outcomes in early-adolescent male track-and-field athletes. Participants completed 12 supervised plyometric training sessions integrated into their regular athletics practice. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and after the intervention using field-based sprint testing, video-derived temporal-kinematic analysis, and horizontal jump performance measures.
The study was conducted in a low-resource community sport setting in Antioquia, Colombia. The intervention was designed according to the participants' age, training background, and usual sport practice demands, with progressive exercise exposure, supervision, adequate recovery, and safety monitoring throughout the training period.
Detailed description
Horizontally oriented plyometric training may be relevant for sprint development because sprint acceleration and the transition toward maximal sprinting velocity require rapid force production and effective forward orientation of propulsive actions. However, evidence in early-adolescent track-and-field athletes remains limited, particularly in community-based sport contexts where coaches rely on accessible field tests and video-based kinematic procedures.
This exploratory single-arm intervention study evaluated pre-post changes after 12 sessions of horizontally oriented plyometric training in male early-adolescent track-and-field athletes aged 12-13 years. The training program was delivered over approximately six weeks and was integrated into the athletes' regular training routine. The intervention emphasized horizontally directed plyometric actions and was implemented with progressive exposure, technical supervision, adequate rest periods, and suspension criteria in case of pain, excessive fatigue, musculoskeletal discomfort, or any safety concern.
Sprint performance and sprint-related temporal-kinematic variables were assessed before and after the intervention. Field-based assessments included sprint time and video-derived sprint variables, complemented by horizontal jump performance. Because the study was conducted with minors and a small sport-specific sample, all data will be reported in aggregate form, and no individual participant data will be publicly shared.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
- Model description
- All participants received the same horizontally oriented plyometric training program. Outcomes were compared within participants from baseline to post-intervention.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Plyometric Training | Experimental | Other: Horizontally Oriented Plyometric TrainingParticipants completed a six-week horizontally oriented plyometric training program consisting of 12 supervised sessions integrated into their regular athletics training. The program emphasized horizontally directed jumping and bounding actions relevant to sprint acceleration and forward propulsion. Training exposure was adjusted according to participants' age, experience, and tolerance, with progressive loading, technical supervision, adequate rest intervals, and safety monitoring. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 12 to 13 years
- Sex
- Male only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Male early-adolescent track-and-field athletes aged 12-13 years.
- Active participation in a municipal or community-based athletics training program in Antioquia, Colombia.
- Minimum recent experience in athletics training according to the records of the local training program.
- Ability to complete sprint testing, jump testing, and the planned plyometric training sessions.
- Written informed consent provided by a parent or legal guardian.
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Current musculoskeletal injury, pain, or medical restriction that prevents sprinting, jumping, or participation in plyometric training.
- Any cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, or other health condition contraindicating high-intensity physical exercise.
- Failure to complete baseline or post-intervention assessments.
- Absence from a substantial portion of the intervention sessions, according to the predefined adherence criteria.
- Participation in another structured training or research intervention that could substantially affect the outcomes during the study period.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontally Oriented Plyometric TrainingThe intervention consisted of 12 supervised sessions of horizontally oriented plyometric exercises delivered over approximately six weeks. Exercises emphasized forward-directed explosive actions and horizontal force application through age-appropriate plyometric tasks. Sessions were conducted under supervision and incorporated warm-up, technical instruction, controlled progression of volume and intensity, rest periods, and monitoring for pain, excessive fatigue, or musculoskeletal discomfort. | Other | Horizontal Plyometric Training |
Primary outcome
Change in 60-m Sprint Time
Time frame: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Total time to complete a 60-m sprint, measured in seconds under field-based conditions. Lower values indicate better sprint performance.
4 secondary outcomes
Change in Sprint Split Times
Time frame: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Change in Video-Derived Sprint Temporal-Kinematic Variables
Time frame: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Change in Horizontal Jump Performance
Time frame: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.
Adverse Events During Training
Time frame: From the first intervention session to the final intervention session, approximately six weeks.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 6 May 2026.
- Background: PubMed 34965513McKay AKA, Stellingwerff T, Smith ES, Martin DT, Mujika I, Goosey-Tolfrey VL, Sheppard J, Burke LM. Defining Training and Performance Caliber: A Participant Classification Framework. Int J Sports Physiol Perform. 2022 Feb 1;17(2):317-331. doi: 10.1123/ijspp.2021-0451. Epub 2022 Dec 29.
- Background: PubMed 26492101Rumpf MC, Lockie RG, Cronin JB, Jalilvand F. Effect of Different Sprint Training Methods on Sprint Performance Over Various Distances: A Brief Review. J Strength Cond Res. 2016 Jun;30(6):1767-85. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001245.
- Background: PubMed 24751658Ramirez-Campillo R, Meylan C, Alvarez C, Henriquez-Olguin C, Martinez C, Canas-Jamett R, Andrade DC, Izquierdo M. Effects of in-season low-volume high-intensity plyometric training on explosive actions and endurance of young soccer players. J Strength Cond Res. 2014 May;28(5):1335-42. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000000284.
- BackgroundMoran J, Sandercock GRH, Ramírez-Campillo R, Wooller JJ, Logothetis S, Schoenmakers PPJM, Parry DA. Maturation-related adaptations in running speed in response to sprint training in youth soccer players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 2017;31(2):347-352.
- BackgroundLloyd RS, Oliver JL. The youth physical development model: A new approach to long-term athletic development. Strength and Conditioning Journal. 2012;34(3):61-72.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be shared because the study involved minors and a small sport-specific sample, which may increase the risk of indirect identification. Results will be reported only in aggregate form. De-identified summary data may be made available upon reasonable request when compatible with the ethics approval, participant consent, and institutional data protection requirements.
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Referral and contact
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The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Horizontally Oriented Plyometric Training in people with Athletic Performance and Sprint Performance, run by Federal University of Vicosa at 1 site in Colombia.
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 6 inclusion and 5 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: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 6 May 2026. 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 Colombia. 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?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Change in 60-m Sprint Time (time frame: Baseline and within 48-72 hours after the final intervention session.). 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 NCT07571083, which also lists 5 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 6 May 2026.