Ceyhan, GamzeAksit, TolgaVural, FaikVarol, RanaKose, Damla E.Ozkol, Zeki2023-01-122023-01-1220210025-78261827-18630025-78261827-1863https://doi.org/10.23736/S0025-7826.21.03891-6https://hdl.handle.net/11454/78239BACKGROUND: This study aims to determine the effect of a 4-week system training (ST) regimen on finger-grip strength and endurance in sport climbers. The ST method works on improving the main grip types in climbing by training in an isolated and symmetrical way. METHODS: In this study, 24 recreational climbers were selected as participants and randomly allocated to an ST group (N.=12) or a control group (CON, N.=12) for the 4-week-long training regimen. The isometric maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) test using a climbing-specific apparatus was performed to determine the maximum finger flexor strength for the dominant (D) and non-dominant (ND) hands. Intermittent finger hang (IFH) and dead-hang (DH) tests were performed on three different grips by using a hangboard to assess finger flexor endurance before and after the training sessions. RESULTS: A significant increase was observed in the MVC for the ST group (20.1%, P<0.05), but not in the CON group (6.2%, P=0.24). The ST group showed significant increases for all parameters in endurance tests (IFH, 20.9 s; DHcrimp, 9.3 s; DHpinch, 7.1 s; DHslope, 11.2 s P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The 4-week ST regimen is a highly effective training method for improving grip strength and endurance in sport climbing.en10.23736/S0025-7826.21.03891-6info:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccessAthletic performanceEndurance trainingFingersMultiple Ability GroupsFlexibility CharacteristicsBilateral AsymmetryRockEliteExerciseInjuriesKineticsFlexorsArticle743406419WOS:0007112671000042-s2.0-85120782734Q3Q4