Efectos del entrenamiento de fuerza explosiva sobre el rendimiento técnico en karate juvenil: revisión bibliográfica

Abstract

Karate is a highly demanding combat sport that requires a precise combination of technical skill, tactical agility, and exceptional physical preparation. Therefore, the objective of this study was to analyze the effects of explosive strength training on the technical performance of youth karate athletes through a bibliographic review. The research was structured as a systematic review following the PRISMA model, for which nine scientific articles from high-impact databases were selected. The findings consistently reveal that training methods such as plyometrics and core strengthening produce significant improvements in key physical performance metrics, including lower-body power and jumping ability. Furthermore, these physical gains translate directly into enhanced technical performance, where lower-body power improves kicking speed and core strength ensures the stability required for effective execution. It is concluded that explosive strength training is a highly effective strategy for enhancing the conditional physical capacities that are decisive for youth karate athletes. However, there is a need for future research to overcome the reliance on physical tests as the sole indicators of progress. Keywords: Plyometrics, muscular power, athletic development, combat sports, motor skills