Effects of PILATES Exercises on Service Speed and Agility in Squash Players

Background: Squash is a fast-paced, high-intensity sport that demands exceptional fitness. Players rely on speed, agility, coordination, and precise ball control to outmaneuver opponents across the court. Constant movement and quick reactions are essential due to the game’s varied ball speeds, angles, and heights. Objective: To determine effectiveness of Pilates exercises on service speed and agility in squash player. Methods: Randomized control trail (RCT) was carried out to determine effectiveness of Pilates exercises on service speed and agility in squash player. The sample size was calculated using an online G-Power tool. According to which this study would include total 20 participants which would be followed for 6 weeks. Convenient sampling technique was used in this study. Results: The repeated ANOVA was applied for both within group comparison and both the service speed and agility were improved. For In between the group’s comparison, the Independent T test was applied on variables BADCAMP and Service Speed. Both the groups were improved but the experimental group was more significantly improve than control group. Conclusion: This study concludes that PILATES exercises improve service speed and agility in squash players.