Are We Able to Match Non Sport-Specific Strength Training with Endurance Sports? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis to Plan the Best Training Programs for Endurance Athletes

Non-sport-specific strength training is a way to increase endurance performance; however, which kind of exercise (maximal, plyometric, explosive or resistance training) gives the best results still under debate. Scientific publications were analyzed according PRISMA checklist and statement. The initial search yielded 500 studies, 17 included in this review using PEDro Scale. Maximal boosted ability express particularly cross-country skiing cycling, increasing performance, measured as decrease performance tests. In running, did not generate advantages, whereas plyometric led an improvement tests work economy. running it was possible compare different types non sport-specific one resulted methodology enhance performance. However, studies on other sports only investigated effects maximal training. It more effective (although study eligible inclusion criteria) cycling component triathlon and, by contrast, induced modest cyclists’ suggesting type would probably be effective. conclusion, each sport might optimize appropriate training, which, should studied individually.