Impact of Plyometric, Resistance, and Combined Training on Motor Fitness in Basketball Athletes: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Basketball performance is determined by motor fitness components such as strength, power, agility, speed, and coordination. Plyometric and resistance training,
as well as their combinations, have been increasingly utilized to enhance these attributes in basketball athletes. These training methods are frequently associated
with improvements in explosive movements, jumping performance, and overall athletic efficiency, all of which are essential for competitive basketball. Despite
this, the existing literature is fragmented, often examining individual training modalities rather than synthesizing their collective impact on motor fitness. There is
a need for a structured synthesis that evaluates these training approaches collectively, identifies research gaps, and outlines directions for future investigation. A
systematic evaluation can provide clearer insights into the effectiveness and comparative influence of these training methods on motor fitness in basketball athletes.
The present review systematically examines the impact of plyometric, resistance, and combined training on motor fitness in basketball athletes. The review employs
a systematic literature review design, identifying and analyzing relevant studies according to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and
Meta-Analyses) framework. The ADO (Antecedents–Decisions–Outcomes) framework is used to organize and interpret existing evidence and highlight key factors
influencing training outcomes. This review synthesizes current evidence on how different training modalities affect key motor fitness variables in basketball
players. The results identify patterns in training effectiveness and propose a structured agenda for future research, particularly regarding optimal training
combinations, athlete characteristics, and intervention durations. The originality of this study lies in its integrated synthesis of plyometric, resistance, and combined
training interventions within a single systematic framework. The findings clarify the role of these training approaches in improving motor fitness among basketball
athletes and provide valuable insights for researchers, coaches, practitioners, and policymakers in designing evidence-based training programs and guiding future
research on basketball performance development.