Plyometric exercises require you to push yourself to your maximum effort through quick and intense bursts of energy like jumping, sprinting, lunging and hopping. They call on you to perform explosive ...

Plyometric training is a great way for athletes to build explosive power. Performing plyometrics one to three times a week can increase your vertical jump, speed and strength. The gains athletes make ...

If you're one of those athletes who doesn't react well to high running mileage, researchers in Japan have a possible solution. In their study, published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning, ...

A strong, toned lower half not only turns heads, but it also boosts your performance in nearly every activity, from running errands to running marathons. This four-move plyometrics workout for your ...

The term "plyometrics" often conjures up visions of people jumping off boxes. It's the type of intense training associated with athletics, competition and similar pursuits. But low-intensity ...

No treadmill required.

Running is a series of actions. If you could prime each one with an explosion of energy, you’d become faster. Plyometrics is your gunpowder, so pack your muscles with fire power and leave your old PBs ...

Plyometric exercises require muscles to extend rapidly before they contract forcefully through movements, such as jumping and bounding. The stretch-shortening pattern ...

Classic exercises are classic for a reason. They’re effective, and usually incredibly versatile, lending themselves to loads of fresh, challenging variations. The updated moves—squat jacks and chair ...