Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of foot core exercises on jump performance in professional volleyball players. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups. The first group will perform a strength training program only, while the second group will perform foot core exercises in addition to the same strength training program. Jump performance will be assessed using the Countermovement Jump (CMJ) test, and performance scores will be obtained through force-time analysis using the ForceDecks system. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the development of training programs aimed at improving performance and reducing injury risk in professional volleyball players.
Male professional volleyball players aged 18 to 35 years
Actively licensed athletes competing in clubs affiliated with the Turkish Volleyball Federation
Regular participation in team training sessions without interruption for at least the past 3 months
No history of surgery or serious injury involving the lower extremities (foot, ankle, knee, or hip) within the last 6 months
Presence of deformity, chronic pain, or functional impairment in the foot or ankle
History of lower extremity orthopedic surgery within the past 6 months
History of neurological or vestibular disorders, or systemic diseases affecting balance
Participation in physiotherapy interventions, rehabilitation protocols, or exercise programs outside the scope of the study during the study period