Composición corporal y pliometría de las deportistas del equipo femenino juvenil de voleibol de la I.E. INEM Carlos Arturo Torres de la Ciudad de Tunja

Abstract

This research will allow for the objective identification of the variables related to body composition and plyometric abilities that influence the athletic performance of the female volleyball players on the youth team at the INEM Carlos Arturo Torres Educational Institution in Tunja. Evaluating these variables in young athletes is fundamental, as they are at a key stage of physical and functional development, where appropriate intervention can maximize their athletic potential and prevent imbalances that compromise their athletic progress or generate a risk of injury. Furthermore, understanding the current state of their body composition—in terms of muscle mass, body fat, and body mass index—and their levels of explosive strength will allow for the establishment of baselines for long-term performance monitoring. The findings will serve as a basis for appropriately guiding training plans, adjusting loads, intensities, and objectives according to the group's actual needs. This will allow for the design of a more efficient plan that enhances the specific physical capabilities of the players, promotes their comprehensive development as athletes, and contributes to improving their performance in intercollegiate competitions.