The Effect of Power Exercises with Added Weights Combined with Electrical Stimulation (TENS) on the Reaction Speed of Football Goalkeepers

Abstract

The Performance of Goalkeepers in Football Requires High-Level Physical Abilities, including strength, speed, and neuromuscular coordination, along with mastering technical aspects aligned with the nature of the performance. The significance of this research lies in enhancing the performance level of goalkeepers by utilizing power exercises with added weights combined with electrical stimulation (TENS) The study aims to determine the impact of these exercises on improving the reaction speed of goalkeepers The researcher hypothesized that there would be significant differences between the pre- and post-test results in reaction speed values. The training program was implemented over 12 weeks, with 3 training sessions per week, amounting to a total of 36 sessions The results demonstrated the effectiveness of the exercises included in the prepared training program in improving the reaction speed of goalkeepers, which significantly enhanced their performance and abilities. The researcher concluded that the exercises using added weights led to improved physical performance and the development of reaction speed for goalkeepers