Fast, explosive exercises that use a rapid stretch-and-shortening action, such as jumps, hops or bounds.
Why Plyometrics matters
Plyometrics can develop power and landing skill when volume and intensity match the person’s experience.
A practical example
Performing a small number of controlled box jumps early in a session while fresh.
Common mistake
Using excessive repetitions, fatigue or box height before learning to land well.
Keep the context in mind.
Training and nutrition terms describe general principles. The right exercise, intensity or food target still depends on your experience, health, goals and schedule.
Personalised coaching
Apply the principle to your own training.
A definition is useful, but your programme still needs to match your experience, schedule, recovery and goals.
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