SYSTEMATIC REVIEW: THE EFFECT OF PLYOMETRIC EXERCISE PROGRAM ON CHILDREN‘S DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

Children with low motor competence have lower levels of physical fitness. Therefore, improving physical abilities in children with low motor competence can be an appropriate intervention, one of which is plyometric training. The aim was to examine the range and quality of literature, evaluate the efficacy and safety of plyometric training to improve motor performance in children. This study used a systematic literature review. Data sources were identified by searching the Elsevier database, PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Search terms included ''plyometric training,'' ''children,'' ''early childhood,'' ''pediatric plyometric,'' ''early childhood physical training,'' ''low motor ability,'' ''running training,'' and ''jump training,'' in various combinations. Results: Five studies found positive results due to the subjects included in the inclusion group. Plyometric training at prepubertal age with a training period of 4-12 weeks, can improve children's physical and motor fitness. Plyometrics in children safely does not cause injury to children. Conclusion: Plyometric intervention during childhood improves physical and motor fitness without causing injury.