Jumping into Plyometrics

Name: Jumping into Plyometrics
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ISBN: 9780880118460

ISBN-10: 0880118466

ISBN-13: 9780880118460

Edition: 2nd 1998 (Revised)

Authors: Donald A. Chu

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Description:

This edition explains how plyometrics works, how to prepare to use plyometric exercises, details plyometric exercises for a range of sports and explains how to incorporate plyometrics into a comprehensive strength and power training programme.

Book details

List price: $21.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 1998
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Publication date: 7/13/1998
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 184
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.25" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.144
Language: English



Preface



Understanding Plyometrics


The Development of Plyometric Training


How Plyometrics Works


Flexibility


Aerobic Training


Summary



The Basics of Plyometric Training


Warm-Up: Submaximal Plyometric Drills


Classification of Jumps


Mechanics of Vertical Jumping


Equipment and Environment


Training Considerations


Summary



Designing a Plyometric Training Program


Exercise Variables


Using Plyometrics With Other Training


Designing a Basic Program


The Sport-Specific Program


Samples Programs for Increasing Vertical and Linear Jumps


Sample Program to Improve Lateral Movement and Change of Direction


Complex Training


Summary



Plyometric Exercises


The Inverted Funnel Principle


Administering the Frappier Plyometric Footwork Drills


Key to Symbols


Jumps-in-Place


Standing Jumps


Multiple Jumps


Box Drills


Depth Jumps


Bounding


Medicine Ball Exercises



Sport-Specific Drills


Bibliography


Index


About the Author