Effects of detraining on neuromuscular performance in a selected group of elite women pole-vaulters: a case study

to determine the effects of 28 days of inactivity on neuromuscular performance of elite women pole-vaulters.Four athletes undertook measurements of rate of force development (RFD), unloaded and loaded vertical jump tests, drop jumps and a 45 m sprint test before and after a transition period of planned inactivity.The RFD and the ability to accelerate over very short distances (5 m) while sprinting improved after training cessation. Acceleration...