EFFECT OF JUMP TRAINING AND STRENGTH TRAINING ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF MOTOR FITNESS COMPONENTS AMONG NAMAKKAL DISTRICT LEVEL MALE STUDENTS

The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of jump training and strength training on selected motor fitness components-speed, explosive power, cardio-respiratory endurance, and muscular endurance-among male students from Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. Forty-five students aged 18 to 21 were randomly selected and divided into three groups of fifteen each: Group I (Jump Training), Group II (Strength Training), and Group III (Control). The experimental groups underwent their respective training programs thrice a week for six weeks, while the control group followed their regular routine. Standardized fitness tests were conducted pre- and post-intervention to measure the selected variables. The data were analyzed using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) to determine the significance of differences between the groups. Results indicated that both jump training and strength training had significant positive effects on all measured motor fitness components compared to the control group. Specifically, jump training showed greater improvements in speed, explosive power, and cardio-respiratory endurance, while strength training was more effective in enhancing muscular endurance. These findings underscore the importance of targeted physical training interventions in improving overall motor fitness among young male athletes.