Plyometrics for Power and Performance Plyometric drills and exercises excite the elastic component of the muscles so that the muscles are trained to react powerfully and explosively
How do they improve performance? Plyometric drills/exercises excite the elastic component of the muscles so that the muscles are trained to react powerfully and explosively. By performing upper and body plyometrics (emphasizing the body parts which are most used during competition) several times per week, upper and lower body power has been shown to increase, in addition to improving performance. Together with weight/resistance training, plyometrics can dramatically improve power and performance. It is important to alternate upper and lower body plyometric exercises with weight lifting so that both the upper and lower body do not get overworked on a given day. Safety Plyometrics can be very effective to your training routine so long as the exercises are done properly, with safety and injury prevention as your primary concerns. Plyometrics are considered to be explosive and very high-intensity. Do not attempt plyometrics if you are injured, healing from an injury or believe to be overtrained.
Safety tips:
Warm-up prior to plyometrics
Land on a flat surface
Wear proper shoes which absorb shock (ex. running shoes)
Stop immediately if you experience pain
Perform each exercise slowly at first and gradually build in speed and difficulty over several sessions
Allow adequate rest between sessions (24 hours)
