Effect of Downhill Training on Ankle Joint

Effect of Repeated Downhill Walking Bouts on Ankle Isokinetic Parameters in Children With Obesity

Downhill training help to improve musculoskeletal condition. Applying downhill training could help obese children by improving their muscular strength.

the current study aimed to find the effect of downhill training on the ankle isokinetic parameters of obese children. There were two experimental groups, the first received level walking while the second received downhill training. The ankle isokinetic parameters were assessed pre and post-intervention for 6 weeks.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Body mass index percentile 95% or more
• age ranged from 8-12 year
• student in one of Taif's elementary schools

Exclusion Criteria:

• suffering from any musculoskeletal problem or chronic disease.
• engaged in regular sports activities during the last 6 months