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What are some exercises done in plyometric training?
Plyometric training is becoming increasingly popular and the two true plyometric exercises include forms of depth jumps and depth drops. Typically methods of exercise that involve jumping have been incorrectly categorized as plyometric.
Why is plyometric training not recommended for young athletes?
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What effects does Plyometric training have on speed development?
it improves your speed but its main focus is to improve your vertical jump.
What is a plyometrics workout?
Originally developed for the Olympics, plyometric is known as jump training. It is designed to increase muscular power and explosiveness. It has become a popular workout routine for people of all ages.
How can you combind plyometrics with weights?
Combining resistance training and plyometrics in the same session is called "complex training" and studies have revealed it to be superior than simply training one technique or another.Complex training can be accomplished by intermixing plyometric exercises with resistance training OR by following a plyometric session with a resistance training session.It is advised to lower the volume sets, and reps when performing complex training. You should feel fresh, and as if you are jumping at you very highest during a plyometric training session, and you do not want to be fatigued for the resistance portion of your training.Complex training allows the central nervous system to maintain jumping efficiency, while increasing strength, and tendon elasticity, which results in a greater total gain in power.While additional strength does aid in avoiding overuse injuries, especially to the knees, there is not a "requisite" amount of relative strength that must be obtained before undertaking a plyometric program. Essentially your sport involved plyometrics, and such a "requisite" would suggest that it is inappropriate to play your sport until strength levels have been reached.
What is the term that refers to the theory of rapidly lengthening a muscle followed by an immediate concentric contraction?
This is known as plyometric stretching, a form of dynamic stretching that combines rapid lengthening of a muscle with an immediate concentric contraction to improve power and explosiveness in movements.
When is plyometrics applied to a training program?
Plyometrics can and should be applied to a training program concurrently with a resistance training program. Varied volumes of plyometrics can also be applied to a training program during all phases and even during the season.Combining resistance training and plyometrics in the same session is called "complex training" and studies have revealed it to be superior than simply training one technique or another.Complex training can be accomplished by intermixing plyometric exercises with resistance training OR by following a plyometric session with a resistance training session.It is advised to lower the volume sets, and reps when performing complex training. You should feel fresh, and as if you are jumping at you very highest during a plyometric training session, and you do not want to be fatigued for the resistance portion of your training.Complex training allows the central nervous system to maintain jumping efficiency, while increasing strength, and tendon elasticity, which results in a greater total gain in power.While additional strength does aid in avoiding overuse injuries, especially to the knees, there is not a "requisite" amount of relative strength that must be obtained before undertaking a plyometric program. Essentially your sport involved plyometrics, and such a "requisite" would suggest that it is inappropriate to play your sport until strength levels have been reached.This information is taken and adapted from:http://freeverticaljumptraining.com/essentialsforexposivetraining/plyometrics-may-not-work-for-you-how-to-do-real-plyometrics/
Is punchbag training plyometric?
NO, plyometrics is "jump training" which is jumping the whole time. Plyometrics relates to any activity that requires speed and strength, as it improves your ability to run faster, jump higher, and move in multidirectional sports.
What is a plyometric workout and which studios offer them?
Plyometric workout is basically a fast burst of energy type of workout used by athletes for speed and quickness. You can find a great plyometric workout in the awesome p90x workout DVD's.
What is a common plyometric workout like?
A Plyometric workout includes various jumps, hops and sometimes uses obstacles. If you have the correct equipment and accessories, you can do a Plyometric workout at home. See the following: www.power-systems.com/s-10-plyometrics.aspx
What are advantage and disadvantage of plyometric training?
There are not necessarily any "disadvantages" to training with plyometrics - meaning it will not make you weaker or lessen performance in other areas.However, there are "opportunity costs" to any training method. What I mean is that if you choose to focus on plyometrics you may not be able to focus as much on strength or weight training. Properly phasing strength and plyometrics training will help you yield the greatest benefit from both.For a full discussion see here:http://freeverticaljumptraining.com/vertical_jump_exercises/what-is-the-best-vertical-jump-training-exercise/
How do you develop fast twitch muscles?
1- Weight training. Lifting in excess of 60% of your one rep maximum will trigger the fast-twitch fibres. Lifting in excess of 75% is best. 2- Plyometric training. For example jumping off of a platform 50cm above ground level, and then jumping again immediately upon landing is a plyometric movement. 3- Complex training. A combination of weight training and plyometrics. Example, a set of squats followed by a rest period, and then the plyometric exercise listed above. 4- Over-speed training. Performing above maximum ability, such as sprinting downhill. 5- Eccentric training. Train eccentrically. In other words, emphasising the negative movement. This would be the downward movement in a squat or the bench press. Also note that adequate rest time is vital. You'll need 24-48 hours rest after an intense session. Allow another 24 hours if you wish to be prepared for a peak performance (for example if you're competing).
