Load-Matched Unilateral Versus Bilateral Squat Training in Elite Youth Futsal Players (FUTSAL-SQUAT-V)
Effects of Velocity-Based Unilateral Versus Bilateral Squat Training on Physical Performance in Elite Youth Futsal Players: A Randomised Controlled Trial
This randomised controlled trial compared the effects of two load-matched squat training modalities on physical performance in elite youth futsal players. Seventeen players from the Antioqueña regional futsal squad in Colombia were randomly allocated to either a unilateral squat training group or a bilateral squat training group. Both groups completed a six-week velocity-based training programme, with two supervised sessions per week, while continuing their usual futsal training.
Training intensity was prescribed using mean propulsive velocity targets across three two-week blocks. The main outcomes were countermovement jump height, single-leg countermovement jump height for the right and left limbs, 10-metre sprint time, and estimated squat one-repetition maximum. Secondary descriptive data included 20-metre sprint time. The study aimed to determine whether unilateral squat training produced superior adaptations compared with bilateral squat training when training load was objectively standardised.
研究概览
地位
详细说明
Elite futsal requires repeated accelerations, decelerations, changes of direction, and lower-limb power actions within a compact playing area. Because many sport-specific actions occur under unilateral support, unilateral lower-body strength training is frequently proposed as a more specific conditioning strategy than bilateral strength training. However, previous comparative studies have often failed to equate training intensity objectively across unilateral and bilateral exercises.
This parallel-group randomised controlled trial was designed to compare unilateral and bilateral squat training under velocity-based training standardisation. Eligible elite youth futsal players were allocated to one of two training groups: unilateral squat training or bilateral squat training. Randomisation was conducted using matched pairs based on estimated one-repetition maximum and a permuted-block sequence generated in Epidat 2.0. Outcome assessors were masked to group allocation. Participants and training supervisors were not masked because blinding is not feasible in exercise modality interventions.
Both groups trained twice weekly for six weeks. Each session included three sets of six repetitions. The unilateral group performed six repetitions per leg per set using the single-leg squat, while the bilateral group performed six bilateral squat repetitions per set. Training intensity was prescribed using mean propulsive velocity targets: 1.00 metres per second during weeks 1-2, 0.92 metres per second during weeks 3-4, and 0.85 metres per second during weeks 5-6. Three minutes of passive recovery were provided between sets. All participants continued their usual futsal training programme during the intervention.
Assessments were performed at baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session. Testing included 10-metre and 20-metre sprint performance using photoelectric cells, bilateral countermovement jump testing, single-leg countermovement jump testing for both limbs, and progressive squat load assessment with a linear position transducer. Estimated one-repetition maximum was calculated from the mean propulsive velocity obtained during progressive squat loading.
研究类型
注册 (实际的)
阶段
- 不适用
联系人和位置
学习地点
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Antioquia
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Guarne、Antioquia、哥伦比亚、054080
- Tecnológico de Antioquia
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参与标准
资格标准
适合学习的年龄
- 孩子
- 成人
- 年长者
接受健康志愿者
描述
Inclusion Criteria:
- Competitive futsal experience of at least two years.
- Affiliation with the Antioqueña regional futsal squad.
- Technical proficiency in bilateral squat and single-leg squat execution, verified by an accredited specialist.
- No musculoskeletal injury during the three months before enrolment.
- No pharmacological, ergogenic, or supplementary intervention likely to influence physical performance.
- Exclusive participation in standard futsal training during the intervention period.
- Written informed assent from the participant and written informed consent from a parent or legal guardian when required by age.
Exclusion Criteria
- Musculoskeletal injury during the three months before enrolment.
- Inability to perform bilateral or single-leg squat exercises with acceptable technique.
- Participation in another structured lower-limb strength training programme during the study period.
- Use of pharmacological, ergogenic, or supplementary interventions likely to affect performance.
- Failure to complete baseline testing, the training intervention, or post-intervention testing.
- Withdrawal of participant assent or parental/legal guardian consent.
学习计划
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设计细节
- 主要用途:其他
- 分配:随机化
- 介入模型:并行分配
- 屏蔽:单身的
武器和干预
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实验性的:Unilateral Squat Training
Participants allocated to this group completed six weeks of unilateral squat training.
Training was performed twice weekly, with three sets of six repetitions per leg per session.
Training intensity was prescribed using velocity-based training targets based on mean propulsive velocity.
Target mean propulsive velocities were 1.00 metres per second during weeks 1-2, 0.92 metres per second during weeks 3-4, and 0.85 metres per second during weeks 5-6.
Three minutes of recovery were provided between sets.
Participants continued their usual futsal training during the intervention period.
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Participants assigned to the unilateral training arm completed a six-week supervised squat training programme using single-leg squats.
Training was performed twice weekly.
In each session, participants completed three sets of six repetitions per leg, with load prescribed using mean propulsive velocity.
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有源比较器:Bilateral Squat Training
Participants allocated to this group completed six weeks of bilateral squat training.
Training was performed twice weekly, with three sets of six repetitions per session.
Training intensity was prescribed using velocity-based training targets based on mean propulsive velocity.
Target mean propulsive velocities were 1.00 metres per second during weeks 1-2, 0.92 metres per second during weeks 3-4, and 0.85 metres per second during weeks 5-6.
Three minutes of recovery were provided between sets.
Participants continued their usual futsal training during the intervention period.
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Participants assigned to the bilateral training arm completed a six-week supervised squat training programme using bilateral squats.
Training was performed twice weekly.
In each session, participants completed three sets of six repetitions, with load prescribed using mean propulsive velocity.
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研究衡量的是什么?
主要结果指标
结果测量 |
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Change From Baseline in Countermovement Jump Height
大体时间:Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Countermovement jump height was assessed using a contact mat system following a standardised jump protocol.
Participants performed five valid trials, and the mean of the middle three trials was used for analysis after discarding the highest and lowest values.
Higher values indicate better lower-limb explosive performance.
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Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Change From Baseline in Right-Limb Single-Leg Countermovement Jump Height
大体时间:Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Right-limb single-leg countermovement jump height was assessed using a contact mat system.
Participants performed unilateral jump trials using the right limb, and the mean of valid trials was used for analysis.
Higher values indicate better unilateral lower-limb explosive performance.
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Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Change From Baseline in Left-Limb Single-Leg Countermovement Jump Height
大体时间:Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Left-limb single-leg countermovement jump height was assessed using a contact mat system.
Participants performed unilateral jump trials using the left limb, and the mean of valid trials was used for analysis.
Higher values indicate better unilateral lower-limb explosive performance.
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Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Change From Baseline in 10-Metre Sprint Time
大体时间:Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Sprint acceleration performance was assessed over 10 metres using photoelectric timing gates positioned at 0 and 10 metres.
Participants completed two maximal sprint trials separated by passive recovery, and the fastest trial was retained for analysis.
Lower values indicate better sprint performance.
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Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Change From Baseline in Estimated Squat One-Repetition Maximum
大体时间:Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Estimated squat one-repetition maximum was calculated from progressive squat load testing using mean propulsive velocity recorded with a linear position transducer.
The highest-velocity repetition at each load was retained, and one-repetition maximum was estimated using a validated load-velocity equation.
Higher values indicate greater maximal strength.
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Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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其他结果措施
结果测量 |
措施说明 |
大体时间 |
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Change From Baseline in 20-Metre Sprint Time
大体时间:Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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Sprint performance over 20 metres was assessed using photoelectric timing gates positioned at 0, 10, and 20 metres.
Participants completed two maximal sprint trials separated by passive recovery, and the fastest trial was retained.
This outcome was retained as descriptive because a relevant baseline imbalance was observed between groups.
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Baseline and within 72 hours after the final training session
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合作者和调查者
研究记录日期
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学习开始 (实际的)
初级完成 (实际的)
研究完成 (实际的)
研究注册日期
首次提交
首先提交符合 QC 标准的
首次发布 (实际的)
研究记录更新
最后更新发布 (实际的)
上次提交的符合 QC 标准的更新
最后验证
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其他研究编号
- FUTSAL-SQUAT-VBT-01
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