Backward Running: Acute Effects on Sprint Performance in Preadolescent Boys

Backward Running: Acute Effects on Sprint Performance in Preadolescent Boys

The aim of this study was to examine the acute effect of backward running (BwR) during warm-up on a 20-m sprint of boys’ performance, compared to forward running (FwR). Fourteen recreationally active preadolescent boys (aged 12.5 ± 0.5 years) were examined in 3 protocols: warm-up (control condition)...

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Main Authors: Dimitrios Petrakis, Eleni Bassa, Anastasia Papavasileiou, Anthi Xenofondos, Dimitrios A. Patikas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:Sports
Subjects:
preadolescence
child
post-activation performance enhancement
sprint
warm-up
rate of perceived exertion
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/8/4/55

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