CORE STRENGTH TRAINING IN UNIVERSITY FEMALE TENNIS PLAYERS

Introduction: Core strength training has been extensively used in competitive sports training, achieving remarkable results in the most competitive sports training by maximizing athletes' strength and accuracy. It is believed that a specific protocol for female university tennis players can bring the same results. Objective: Verify the effectiveness of core strength training in the performance of female university tennis players. Methods: Randomized controlled trial of female university tennis players (n=40) with a specific core strength training protocol versus traditional strength training methods. Changes in tactical skills pre and post-experiment were compared. Descriptive statistical treatment of the collected results was confronted with current literature. Results: Compared with traditional strength training, core strength training proved to be more conducive to developing core strength in female college tennis players. Conclusion: Core strength training assists in the development of skills and tactics in female college tennis players.