The Impact of Functional Strength Training on Dynamic Balance Ability and Injury Risk in Modern Pentathlon Athletes
OBJECTIVE:To explore the effects of functional strength training on the dynamic balance ability and injury risk of modern pentathlon athletes.METHODS:Utilizing literature research method,experiments,and statistical analysis,the study selected 11 active athletes from the national modern pentathlon team.A Y-balance test was conducted to evaluate the impact of a 10-week functional strength training program(twice a week for 90 minutes each session)on their lower limb dynamic balance ability and lower limb injury risk.RESULTS:Compared to pre-experiment measurements,the 10-week functional strength training significantly improved the dynamic balance control capability of modern pentathlon athletes,notably enhancing their overall lower limb scores(P<0.01)and significantly reducing the side-to-side differences(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:Periodic functional strength training can serve as an effective method for enhancing the dynamic balance ability of modem pentathlon athletes and reducing their risk of lower limb injuries.