SHORT-TERM HAND-HELD VIBRATION TRAINING BENEFITS HANDGRIP STRENGTH IN COMPETITIVE JUDOKAS

Authors

  • Adam Hawkey Solent University & University of Dundee

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12922/jshp.v7i2.157

Keywords:

judo, vibration, handgrip, strength, grip, judoka

Abstract

Handgrip strength (HGS) is fundamental in judo as judokas hold their opponent’s judogi (uniform) throughout a contest. Therefore, maximising HGS in this specialist population is crucial to successful performance. Judokas have traditionally performed grip curl exercises to improve HGS. While recent research has investigated hand-held vibration training (HHVT) as an ergogenic aid this research is limited and to date there have been no studies assessing the efficacy of HHVT in judo. Following institutional ethics approval, 12 male competitive judokas (age mean 22 ±8years, mass mean 81 ± 18kg, height mean 1.73 ±0.43m) were randomly assigned to either a HHVT (n=6) or control (n=6) group. Judokas in the HHVT group were exposed to three bouts of vibration, on each hand, twice a week for a four-week period. Frequency and training time were consistent with the overload training principle. Control group performed the same isometric contractions with no vibratory stimulus. Throughout the study, both groups continued with their usual training. Prior to commencement, and following completion, of the study all judokas had their HGS measured using a handgrip dynamometer. Repeated measures ANOVA revealed a significant improvement (P<0.001) over time in the pre and post HGS of both conditions combined and a significant improvement (P=0.023) in the HGS of the HHVT condition. No significant effects (P>0.05) were found in regard to handedness. Judokas should therefore consider incorporating HHVT into their training regimes. However, future research should further investigate optimal exposure frequencies and training durations for HHVT in a judo population.

Author Biography

  • Adam Hawkey, Solent University & University of Dundee
    Adam Hawkey is Associate Professor and Head of Sport Science and Performance at Solent University, UK. He is also an Honorary Lecturer in Sports Medicine and Biomechanics within the School of Medicine at the University of Dundee, UK. He is the current Deputy Chair (and Director) of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). He is an accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist (Biomechanics), a Chartered Scientist with the Science Council, and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA).

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2019-10-22

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Vol. 7 No. 2 (2019): Journal of Sport and Human Performance

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