A Comparative Study of Traditional Vs. Triphasic Resistance Training on Speed and Explosive Power in Collegiate Football Players.

Selvakumar B; Pinky Dutta; Shwetha Sasidharan

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026), Research Articles

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026)

A Comparative Study of Traditional Vs. Triphasic Resistance Training on Speed and Explosive Power in Collegiate Football Players.

Research Articles

Published 2026-04-16

Selvakumar B⁺⁻
Pinky Dutta⁺⁻
Shwetha Sasidharan⁺⁻

Selvakumar B

MPT 2nd Year Student, Garden City University, Bangalore.

Pinky Dutta

Professor, Garden City University, Bangalore.

Shwetha Sasidharan

Assistant Professor, Garden City University, Bangalore.

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Abstract

Background

This study compared a six-week triphasic resistance training (TRT) programme with a matched-volume traditional resistance training (TRAD) protocol to examine changes in speed and explosive lower-limb power among collegiate football players.

Aim

To evaluate feasibility and performance outcomes between triphasic and traditional resistance training methods.

Methods

Eight male athletes (18–25 years) were randomly assigned to either group. Performance was assessed using the 10 m sprint, countermovement jump (CMJ), and Modified Illinois Change-of-Direction (MI-COD) tests. Feasibility metrics were also recorded.

Results

TRT showed greater improvements in CMJ (+5.4%), MI-COD (–3.9%), and sprint (–4.2%) compared with TRAD (<1%). Feasibility targets were fully achieved.

Conclusion

Triphasic resistance training produced larger improvements in speed, vertical jump, and change-of-direction ability compared with traditional training. The programme was feasible, well tolerated, and safe for collegiate football players. A larger randomized trial is recommended to confirm these findings.

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