A Comparative Study of Effect Of Plyometric, Maximal Strength, and Power Training on Temporal and Technical Performance of 50m Freestyle Swimmers

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This research aimed to identify effect of three strength training methods plyometric training, maximal strength training, and power training on technical and temporal performance of young 50-meter freestyle swimmers.  the researcher employed an experimental design with three pre- and post-tests.  sample consisted of 45 swimmers randomly divided into three equal groups. Each group followed a different training program for a specific duration while continuing their regular aquatic training. Several technical variables were measured start, Flow, moving your arms and legs, staying balanced in water, timing your breathing, and changing your movement, in addition to swimmer's 50-meter freestyle performance. results showed statistically significant differences between pre- and post-tests, favoring post-test scores in all three groups. Significant differences were also found between groups in post-test scores, favoring power training group, followed by plyometric training group, and then maximal strength training group.  research concluded that developing muscular power associated with speed of force production is most influential factor in improving performance in short-distance sprint races.  research recommended need to incorporate power training into training programs for 50-meter freestyle swimmers.