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Plyometrics
Unit 4 – Fitness Training
Methods of Training - Power
Plyometrics
• Method of training to improve explosive
reaction through powerful muscular
contractions
Plyometrics
• Muscles = elastic
• Stretch a muscle = stores muscle energy in the
muscle fibres
• Next concentric muscle contraction = uses this
stored energy = extra boost
• = Stretch shortening cycle
Plyometrics
• So, plyometric training involves stretching the
desired muscle before you work (contract) it.
• Eccentric contraction before concentric
contraction.
• Remember – elastic band!
Plyometrics
• QUALITY not quantity
• Beginner = 40 contacts per session
(4 x 10 reps)
• Experienced = 150 – 200 contacts per session
• Rest = 1 min between sets
3 days between sessions
Example exercises
Squat Jumps
Drop Jumping
Example exercises
Chest Pass
Press up & Clap