Effect of Core Training Versus Plyometric Training on Agility in Female Kabaddi Players

Purpose Traditional contact sport known as Kabaddi is performed in many nations. Programs that enhance sports performance are gaining popularity. For adequate sport performance in team sports like kabaddi, agility is a crucial component. Hence, the study was done to compare the effectiveness of core training and plyometric training on agility in female kabaddi players. Methods A total of sixty female players participated in the study, ranging from 18–25 years of age. Agility was assessed using the T-test. Players were equally and randomly divided into two groups based on T-test scores. 30 players were assigned to each group. Players in group A were given core training and players in Group B were given plyometric training. Both groups received training for 3 days per week for 5 weeks. Agility was assessed again at the end of 5 weeks. Statistical analysis of the data was done using paired t-test for intragroup comparison and unpaired t-test for intergroup comparison at 95% confidence interval. Results Both types of training were found to be effective after pre and post training data analysis (p value < 0.0001). Statistically significant difference was found in the intergroup comparison (p value 0.0285). Based on the mean difference and the number of players in each category of the T-test after training in both groups, plyometric training was found to be more effective in improving agility. Conclusion Female kabaddi players benefited from both types of training; however plyometric exercise may be more beneficial than core training in increasing agility.