Plyometrics: (noun) anaerobic sufferfest involving box jumps and weeping. Cause really, that's what they are.
But here's Bob's explanation, which has way more credibility:
I could try to provide a literal translation of how the term "plyometrics" breaks down from the Greek roots. But in a nutshell, plyometrics is a way to develop explosive power, and it works in building strength, speed and agility. It emphasizes posture, balance, flexibility, stability and mobility. What you read today will give you only a small glimpse of this mode of training and its utility.
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Plyometrics can comprise its own workout or make up a small part of another workout. The very basics:
• If plyometric drills are the focus of your workout, then make sure to integrate warm-up and cool-down exercises just as in any other workout.
• You will be working on explosion, so prior to the workout, dynamic stretching is a must.
• As you raise the intensity of a plyometric exercise, lower the number. The exercises on this page use body weight.
• Never do plyometrics when you are fatigued. You need to focus on technique and explosion.
• Ask someone knowledgeable to help assess your ability and limitations and to help figure out what will work best for you.
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