Hamstring training study for young athletes
This study compares two types of leg exercises to see which is better for preventing hamstring injuries in athletes. You'll be asked to do specific workouts over several weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 25 years old
- You are a member of a club sports team
- You have been doing weight training for more than 6 months
- You played a high school organized sport for at least 1 year
- You have not had a hamstring injury in the last 6 months
- You have not had major leg or back surgery
- You do not have a recent leg muscle injury
- You are not currently pregnant
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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