Effects of Proprioceptive Training on Strength and Swimming Performance in Female Swimmers: Randomized Controlled Experimental Study

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effects of proprioceptive exercise on muscular strength and swimming performance in female swimmers. Material and Methods: Sixteen female swimmers (mean age: 23.40±3.71 years) with a minimum of 2 years of competitive experience voluntarily participated in the study. Participants were randomly assigned to an exercise group (EG, n=8) or a control group (CG, n=8). The EG performed an 8-week proprioceptive training program (3 sessions/week, 30 minutes each) in addition to regular swimming training, while the CG continued routine swimming training only. Assessment parameters included body weight, handgrip strength, leg strength, back strength, and 25 m freestyle performance. Measurements were taken pre- and post-intervention under standardized conditions. Statistical analyses were conducted using appropriate methods with a significance level set at p