Qurath Ul Ain¹*, Ashila TP², Manjunatha H³, Belle Sharvani⁴ and Anusha P⁵

^1,5BPT, Akash Institute of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, India
²Lecturer, Akash Institute of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, India
³HOD, Akash Institute of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, India
⁴Associate Professor, Akash Institute of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, India

*Corresponding Author: Qurath Ul Ain, BPT, Akash Institute of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, India.

Received: July 22, 2025; Published: July 31, 2025

Abstract

Introduction: Plyometric exercise is one of the strategies for enhancing the neuromuscular capacity to increase power, strength, and endurance. Plyometric training for cricket bowlers has been sensibly introduced, and it looks to be a secure approach of conditioning for cricket bowlers to improve their athletic performance. This training consists of a series plyometric exercise which to be performed with suitable rest duration in between, which is aimed to stimulate overhead activity.

Aims and Objective: To review the effects of upper-extremity plyometric training for cricket bowlers on upper body power, strength and endurance for improving overall performance and agility which is less supported by the research evidences.

Methodology: A Search of article using keywords was carried in Research Gate and Pubmed, Google Scholar Article dated from 2018-2022 where 14 articles are carried for the review.

Result: 14 Articles included and the results of this review showed significant improvement in upper body power, strength and endurance on overhead medicine ball throw activity and push up performance and can be good approach for the conditioning for at least 8 weeks of training.

Conclusion: This review concluded that, upper extremity plyometric training showed the significance on push up performance test and overhead medicine ball throw test among recreational cricket fast bowlers for the improvement of performance.

Clinical Relevance: Plyometric training can increase the speed and force of muscle contractions, allowing cricketers to generate more power in their throws and shots. By incorporating these exercises into their training routine, cricketers can improve their muscular endurance, enabling them to sustain long periods of play without fatigue.

 Keywords: Plyometric; Cricket Fast Bowlers; Upper Body Plyometric Exercise; Recreational Cricketers; Overhead Throwing

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Citation

Citation: Qurath Ul Ain., et al. “A Review on Effects of Plyometric Training for Recreational Cricketers for Upper Extremity Power, Strength and Endurance”.Acta Scientific Medical Sciences 9.8 (2025): 83-86.

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