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Joseph Kurian

Affiliation: Department of Physical Education, University of Kerala
Department: Research Scholar
Location: India

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Published Subscription Original Research 7 Nov 2024
Reactive Strength Index as a Predictor of Jump Height and Agility in Basketball Athletes
By Joseph Kurian, Aswin Prasad, Mary Mohare, Nupur Gandhe Harshe, Arun T Prasanna, U.V. Sankar

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between the Reactive Strength Index (RSI) and specific performance metrics, namely jump height and agility, in youth basketball players. The RSI, a measure derived from drop jump testing, provides insight into an athlete’s explosive strength and reactive capabilities—essential qualities for success in basketball, where quick directional changes and reactive power are integral to performance. A cohort of forty youth athletes, comprising 20 males and 20 …

Published in Recent Trends in Sports · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 8–13 Read article