Exercise: The depth jump is a crucial plyometric exercise to master. Here`s an illustrated guide on how to perform it effectively. Training: The opening two-part chapter introduces the concepts behind plyometric exercises, with a sport-specific guideline on how to incorporate them into your training. Training: This second two-part chapter moves into the gym. Research on developing power over strength is analysed in part one, with the second part focusing on power-combination training. Jump training: Jumping is a crucial aspect of many sports, and can be improved dramatically through plyometrics. Squat training: The squat is one of the bread-andbutter exercises for power athletes using plyometrics. Here variations are displayed to further increase power. Upper body training: - Plyometrics tend to focus on lower-limb power, but can they prove useful for the upper body too? Running strength: A detailed study of how strength and plyometric training can assist endurance athletes as well as power Rehabilitation: The final two-part chapter takes a look at the integration of plyometrics in rehabilitation, with case studies and specific examples.
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