Nuridin Widya Pranoto, Bayu Putra
Background. Improving climbing performance in rock climbing athletes requires targeted training, especially in explosive muscle power. This study focuses on the impact of arm and leg muscle explosive power training on climbing ability. Objectives. This study aims to assess the effect of explosive power training on the climbing performance of rock climbing athletes in Padang City, specifically in the Speed World Record and Lead categories. Methods. An experimental design with pre-test and post-test was used, involving control and experimental groups. The sample consisted of rock climbing athletes from FPTI Padang City, selected via purposive sampling. The intervention included an 8-week explosive power training program (3 sessions per week). Climbing ability was measured using the international standard speed climbing test. Data were analyzed using t-test statistics. Results. The study found that leg muscle explosive power training significantly improved climbing ability in the Lead category. However, arm muscle explosive power training did not significantly affect Speed World Record climbing ability. Conclusion. Explosive power training, particularly for leg muscles, significantly improves climbing performance, confirming the effectiveness of specific training programs for enhancing rock climbing skills. © 2025, Society of Aging and Physical Activity (SAPA). All rights reserved.
Faculty of Sports Science, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia
