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ACUTE EFFECT OF WHOLE BODY VIBRATION ON POWER OUTPUT IN AMERICAN FOOTBALL LINEMEN

Abstract

Hudson, J.C.H., Jimenez,C, Walsh, C.J.

Willamette University, Salem, OR

Acute bouts of whole body vibration (WBV) have been shown to improve muscular strength, vertical jump, and muscular power, but the muscular benefits may not last long enough to have a benefit in most sporting events. However, the rate of play in American football may still allow for performance benefit from WBV. PURPOSE: To evaluate the effect of Whole Body Vibration on the horizontal power output of football lineman. METHODS:12 Willamette University football players were randomized into two groups. Each group received Whole Body Vibration on one of two days after completing a dynamic warm up. Participants then performed a Sled Push Test immediately, five minutes, and ten minutes post warm-up. The Sled Push Test was used to determine power output. A paired T-test was run comparing the vibration vs. non-vibration groups. RESULTS: Power output was greater in the vibration condition by 255 W for the immediate test and 81 W for the test after 10 minutes. However, power output results were 117 W lower in the vibration condition for the test after five minutes. P-values of .76 were determined for the immediate test, .87 for the 5 minute condition and .89 for the 10 minute condition. No results were statistically significant. CONCLUSION: These findings suggest there is no significant benefits of using Whole Body Vibration on football lineman in improving horizontal power output or enhancing performance.

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