Explosive-strength training improves 5-km running time by improving running economy and muscle power

01 May 1999Leena Paavolainen, Keijo Häkkinen, Ismo Hämäläinen, Ari Nummela, Heikki Rusko

Simultaneous explosive-strength and endurance training improved the 5K time in well-trained endurance athletes without changes in their Vo2 max

Cohort Study

2 effects

9 weeks

18 subjects

Determinants	Outcome	Details
Minor Protective Factor Plyometrics Exercises Selfcare	Minor increase risk of Aerobic Exercise Capa... Musculoskeletal system	Moderate evidence 3.5%
Minor Protective Factor Plyometrics Exercises Selfcare	Minor increase risk of Running speed Musculoskeletal system	Moderate evidence 3.5%