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This study looked at low dose weighted vs. unweighted Copenhagen isometric exercises. In the weighted group, significant between group differences were found in the hip adduction:abduction strength ratio.

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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE

The Copenhagen adduction exercise is a well-studied exercise which has been proven to increase eccentric and isometric adductor strength, hip abduction strength and hip add:abd strength ratios (1).

The objective of the study was to compare the effectiveness of a low-dose isometric weighted Copenhagen adduction exercise program and a low-dose unweighted Copenhagen adduction exercise program, specifically evaluating changes in hip adduction strength, hip abduction strength, and hip adduction:abduction strength ratio.

The Copenhagen adduction exercise has been proven to increase eccentric and isometric adductor strength, hip abduction strength and hip add:abd strength ratios.

Adding external load to an isometric Copenhagen adduction exercise provides an effective stimulus for hip strength gains compared to an unweighted low-dose isometric Copenhagen adduction program.

METHODS

31 male amateur rugby union players completed the study. Participants were excluded if they reported hip/groin pain at the beginning of the study but were included if they reported a previous hip/groin pain or injury.

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Exploring the effects of a weighted vs unweighted low-dose isometric Copenhagen adduction exercise training programme on hip adduction and abduction strength: a randomised controlled trial in senior-level male amateur rugby union players

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