Plyometrics
The term for performing quick, explosive agility drills.

Squat jumping, bounding, hopping over, jumping off of and on to obstacles
(box platforms, running tires) are just a few examples. Any exercise that
stretches a muscle before resistance is applied is considered plyometric.

I only train advanced clients with modified levels of plyometric exercises.

I would not recommend most types of plyometric training for the average
adult. This is an athletic younger person's way to developing
an explosively powerful body.

PERFORMANCE
Plyometric ability is the performance base for excelling at explosive
sports such as lacrosse, soccer, football, tennis, gymnastics, and
especially basketball, snowboarding and my favorite...
mogul skiing.

Skiing is not half as expensive as orthopaedic surgeons.
Now that I live in LA and not Vail...
I'll probably live longer.

Think of Michael Jordan and Johnny Moseley (Olympic Gold in Moguls) as the
kings of plyometrics. There is no better way to develop coordination and balance.
Like any new undertaking, it is best to stay within your own ability.

BENEFITS VS RISKS

If performed properly,
plyometrics are a great way to enhance the ability and stability of the entire body.
The risk for injury is directly proportional to the joint-stability of the individual.
With proper development in the gym, most clients under 30 can safely perform
moderated versions of these exercises as a regular part of their routine.

The infamous "Whoop-dee-doos" of the Santa Monica Mtns.








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Strength Training
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Joint Stabilizing
Sport Specific Development

 

Jeff Archibald
ACE Certified Trainer
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