The objectives of this Literature review is to give the reader a clear understanding of Plyometrics. Are Plyometric exercises better than normal strength weight lifting programs? If Plyometric exercises are better than normal weight bearing exercises why aren't they more popular? These are just two questions that will be answered by the end of this review and I'm sure it will answer many more as well. Plyometrics are commonly used to increase vertical leap, agility and power. When we talk about vertical leap, agility and power we are also talking about percentage of fast-twitch (F.T) muscle fibres. Plyometrics have been know to increase ones vertical leap by over 30cm under 6 months. Plyometric exercise is initiated when a muscle under goes a rapid stretch then is contracted powerfully causing the muscle to be put under great strain. Plyometric exercises aren't suggested for people who haven't done much weight or running fitness work before due to this great strain. Over training is also a good way to injure your self as your body doesn't have time to recover from the previous work out. Proper training techniques help avoid injury and also maximize the efficiency of the work out, there for being more beneficial.
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