EFFECT OF HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING PROGRAM ON SPEED OF BEGINNER FOOTBALL PLAYERS OF SHILLONG

Abstract

This experimental pre-post study investigates the “Effect of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Program on Speed of Beginner Football Players of Shillong”. A total of 30 beginner football players under the age category of U-17 were selected from Summit Sports Academy, Shillong. The participants underwent a six-week HIIT program designed to enhance speed. The intensity of the training was set at 75% for week 1 and 2, increased to 80% for week 3 and 4, and further accumulated to 90% for weeks 5 and 6. Data collection occurred in two phases: pre-test and post-test and it was measured using the 50m dash test. The t-test statistical tool was used to analyze the data. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in speed among the participants, indicating the effectiveness of the HIIT program in enhancing the attributes in beginner football players.