Authors : Dr. Akshay Thorat; Dr. Pradeep Borkar

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 5 - May

Google Scholar : https://tinyurl.com/45n7vmnu

DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25may2076

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Abstract : Background: Badminton is a dynamic sport requiring high levels of agility, coordination, and neuromuscular control. Amateur players, who often lack structured training, face a higher risk of injury—particularly to the lower limbs—due to inadequate physical conditioning and poor motor control. This project explores the role of Graded Motor Control (GMC) as a progressive training approach to enhance core stability, dynamic balance, and agility among amateur badminton players. By incorporating targeted GMC exercises, the study aims to improve movement efficiency, reduce injury risk, and support long-term athletic performance and participation in the sport.  Methodology: After designing the study Institutional Ethical Approval was taken. Consent was obtained from all the participants. 69 samples were screened based on eligibility criteria, 9 were excluded and 60 participants were further divided into Group A (experimental group) (n=30) and Group B (control group) (n=30). Pre-assessment was done at Week 0. The experimental group received the received Graded Motor Control Core Exercise Program for 4 session per week for 6 weeks. The control group did their regular exercise program. Post-assessment was done at week 6.  Result: The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to assess the normality of data distribution. Analysis of variance (Sample T Test) was used for comparison of mean at different time intervals. which showed statistically significant difference for Dynamic Balance and Agility (p< 0.005), when measured after training.  Conclusion: The findings revealed that graded motor control core exercise program showed significant improvements in both agility and dynamic balance compared to those in the conventional training group. Moreover, the between-group comparison indicated a statistically significant difference, confirming the superiority of the graded motor control approach over conventional training methods.

Keywords : Graded Motor Control Core,3 Cone Drill Test, Star Excursion Test, Dynamic Balance.

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