Year: 2024 | Month: September | Volume: 14 | Issue: 9 | Pages: 137-141
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240917
Integration of Core Strengthening and Respiratory Techniques in Physiotherapy for Recreational Weightlifters: A Case Study
Chaithra B Shetty1, Vishnu. K. Nair2, Mrithul Prabhash3
1Assistant Professor, 2Assistant Professor, 3BPT Intern
Laxmi Memorial College of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, Bangalore, Karnataka.
Corresponding Author: Mrithul Prabhash
ABSTRACT
Background: Core weakness and improper breathing patterns are common risk factors for Weightlifting injuries. By incorporating targeted exercises and breathing techniques into Physiotherapy programs, practitioners can help mitigate these risks and promote long-term musculoskeletal health among weightlifters. The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of Integrating Core Strengthening and Respiratory Techniques in Physiotherapy for Weightlifters.
Methodology: The subjects were given a combination of four routines, namely crunches, rotating crunches, supine leg and arm raise, prone bridge. The training protocols were done twice every week for 30 Minutes for a period of 4 weeks; all the exercises were performed immediately after a standardized 10-minute warm-up that included jumping jacks, lunges, shoulder and trunk rotation
Results: Following the intervention, improvements were observed in muscular endurance across various torso muscle groups, as indicated by increased performance in plank tests and McGill’s torso muscular endurance test battery. Muscle balance ratios also showed favourable adjustments post-intervention.
Conclusion: The study concludes that a combination of four exercises-crunches, crunches with rotation, supine leg and arm raises, and prone bridging-alongside simultaneous deep breathing aids weightlifters in enhancing their core strength.
Key words: Core Strengthening, weightlifters, breathing exercises, McGill's torso muscular endurance test battery.