Abstract: The present study aimed to examine the effect of weight training on the shooting ability of handball players. A total of 100 male handball players aged between 14–19 years were selected and divided into two groups: an experimental group (n=50) and a control group (n=50). The experimental group underwent a structured 12-week weight training program, while the control group did not receive any specialized training. Pre- and post-tests were conducted to assess shooting ability with respect to the right back position.

Descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation were calculated, and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) was used to determine the significance of differences between groups at the 0.05 level. The results indicated a slight improvement in the control group (pre-test mean = 3.11; post-test mean = 3.15), whereas the experimental group showed a notable increase (pre-test mean = 3.13; post-test mean = 3.32). The ANCOVA results revealed a statistically significant effect of weight training on shooting ability.

The findings suggest that weight training significantly enhances shooting performance in handball players by improving muscular strength and coordination. It is concluded that incorporating structured strength training into regular practice can improve sport-specific skills such as shooting accuracy and power.

Keywords: Weight Training, Handball, Shooting Ability, Strength Training, Sports Performance

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