Big Toe Strength Training on Athletic Performance Parameter
Condition: Resistance Training; Athletic Performance; Running
Study type: Interventional

Summary: 
      Running form and technique have a direct influence on a runner's economy, and therefore small
      changes in specific running mechanics could be useful to improving running performance. The
      thumb plays an important role in the functionality of the foot. During standing, the big toe
      is more loaded than the head of the five metatarsals and the heel. In this study, it will
      aimed to examine the relationship of big toe strength with parameters that affect anaerobic
      athletic performance in runners. In this study, it will aim to examine the relationship of
      big toe strength with parameters that affect anaerobic athletic performance in runners such
      as vertical jump, horizontally jumping, strength, agility and speed.

      The study design will be Randomized Controlled Trial. This study will be conducted in
      Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Lahore. The study will be completed within the time duration of
      eight to ten months after the approval of synopsis. Sample size will be 30 subjects.
      Non-probability convenient sampling technique will be used to recruit the individuals for the
      study and then randomization will be done by lottery method to divide the individuals into 2
      treatment groups. The experimental group is given big toe strengthening program for 4 weeks
      along with running training on other hand control group will do only their running training
      and after that measures their pre post values on SPSS 25.
    

Detailed description: 
      Overall performance, particularly in a very popular sports activity such as running, is
      typically influenced by the status of the musculoskeletal system and the level of training
      and conditioning of the biological structures. Any change in the musculoskeletal system's
      biomechanics, especially in the feet and ankles, will strongly influence the biomechanics of
      runners, possibly predisposing them to injuries. A thorough understanding of the effects of a
      therapeutic approach focused on feet biomechanics, on the strength and functionality of lower
      limb muscles will contribute to the adoption of more effective therapeutic and preventive
      strategies for runners. this study group consists of male runners between the ages of 18-28.
      The participants will consist of a total of 30 people, 15 of which were in the experimental
      group and 15 in the control group. Time of the Study: study was determined as 2 days a week
      for 4 weeks. During this period, exercise with resistance bands to improve the toe strength
      will apply to the experimental group together with running training. The control group
      continued their running training and general lower extremity strength during this time
      Content of the Study: Extension (up) and flexion (down) exercises for the big toe will apply
      to the experimental group on the thera-band. The exercise will be done in 3 sets and 10-15
      repetitions. The athletes got on the platform and performed the exercise according to the
      instruction of the researcher. The researcher will determine the tempo of the repetition
      numbers. All participants will command at the same tempo, and the number of repetitions and
      rest between sets will adjust equally. Measurement of Height: The height measurements of the
      participants will make with the height measuring device/ inch tape in cm. Measurement of Body
      Weight: without shoes and clothes (shorts and t-shirts may be allowed) while keeping his/her
      balance. Weight will measure on a weight machine in kilograms (kg). Measurement of Big Toe
      Strength: The strength rate of the big toe will take by using the Baseline brand digital
      display hydraulic pinch meter manufactured in the USA. Athletes placed their feet on the
      ground prepared in accordance with the big toe and adjust their big toes according to the
      location of the pinch meter. During the measurement, athletes will ask to apply maximum force
      with their big toe. Strength measurements will be made on the athletes in the sitting
      position without any support. Dynamic balance measurements of the participants will take with
      the Y balance test. To examine the effect of this training on the athletic performance
      parameters (vertical jump, force, and dynamic balance) were determined. Primary Null
      Hypothesis: • There is no significant Role of training on the athletic performance parameters
      (vertical jump, force, and dynamic balance) Primary Alternative Hypothesis: ● There is
      significant Role of training on the athletic performance parameters (vertical jump, force,
      and dynamic balance) Beneficiary industry: Runner Athletes The performance measures are
      underdeveloped for runners in Pakistan. With the help of this instrument runners can measure
      the toe strength and can increase or decrease the quantity of specific training program.
      Impact on teaching / training / institutional capability / local industry etc: There is
      scientific evidence that training with measurements can improve the result and its efficacy
      so calculated force by toe dynamometer. Data will be analyzed using SPSS software version 25.
      After assessing normality of data by Shapiro-wilk test, it will be decided either parametric
      or non-parametric test will be used within a group or between two groups.
    

Intervention name(s): Routine exercise and running training; Big Toe Strengthening Exercise
Intervention type(s): Other; Other
Intervention description(s): impact of a 4-week running training program on physical performance variables in a control group comprising 15 participants. The control group exclusively underwent running training, and measurements were taken for variables such as the strength of the big toe of both right and left feet using a hip and toe dynamometer (measured in kilograms). Additionally, assessments included vertical jump height and horizontal jump distance (both measured in centimeters), balance using the Y-balance test, and agility via the T-test. All measurements were conducted with standardized equipment, both before and after the training period. se physical performance indicators.; impact of a 4-week intervention involving toe-strengthening exercises and concurrent running training on 15 participants. Pre-assessment measurements included big toe strength, vertical and horizontal jump heights, Y-balance for balance, and T-tests for agility. Following pre-assessment, participants followed a structured toe-strengthening protocol, performing 15 repetitions in three sets twice a day for three weeks. Post-intervention measurements, using the same units and instruments, aim to reveal the effects of the intervention on specified physical variables. This research provides insights into the potential benefits of combining toe-strengthening exercises with running training for enhanced physical performance.
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Single (Outcomes Assessor)
Primary purpose: Treatment
Keywords: Big toe strengthening; Runners; Athletic performance