The effects of a high intensity resistance and eccentric strength training program on the performance of handball players

This study aimed to was determine the effect of interval and resistance training with a focus on eccentric phase cardiovascular fitness strength elite handball players. Thirty players were recruited randomly divided into two groups: an experimental group (age= 20.93±1.70; weight= 78.20±4.58; height= 178.26±3.86) control 21.40±1.76; 77.64±5.92; 176.87±4.43). The variables this muscle stamina, power, fitness. They assessed by chest press test, push-up, medicine ball throw Cooper Test, respectively. program took place over 12 weeks, five sessions per week, consisting aerobic exercises, three muscular exercises focused phase. To analyze training, paired sample t-test employed. results showed that there significant pre- post-test differences in (p=0.001), stamina power (p=0.001). present indicated 12-week eccentric-focused improved strength, Keywords: Interval Push up throw, preseason.