The Effect of 6 Week Hamstring Exercise Programs on Hamstring Muscle Function Performance in Female Athletes

This study aims to compare the effect of two hamstring strengthening programs on hamstring muscle strength in female university athletes. 60 participants will be recruited for this study. They will be randomly assigned to one of two 6-week hamstring strengthening programs, namely the single leg bridge exercise and the Nordic hamstring exercise protocol, and one control group. Eccentric and isometric hamstring strength, gluteal strength and will sprint speed will be measured before and after the intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:femaleuniversity athlete competing in team sports at least three times per weekfree from hamstring injury in previous 6 monthsExclusion Criteria:history of a hip or knee injury in the 3 months prior to the studya history of anterior cruciate ligament rupturea history of involvement in a hamstring strengthening, injury prevention programme in the 3 months prior to the study