Plyometrics Routines - The Key to Superior Athletic Ability and a Great Cardiovascular Alternative

As a boxer, plyometrics routines were a big part of my every day training. For someone like me who hates running, this was great alternative for my cardiovascular exercise.

Plyometrics are the key to great athletic performance, whether you play basketball, soccer, hockey, the list goes on and on. Plyo training is designed to increase quickness, and improve the nervous system's reaction time.

You can check out our plyometric routines page for some exercises and routines.

How Does Plyo Training Work?

Plyo depends on the brief stretching of your muscles before you contract them. It loads your muscles and then releases them quickly, producing faster, more powerful movements. This is called the stretch-shortening cycle.

One should always be careful about the intensity at which to perform exercises. If you are not a strong athlete, it would be better to stick to low intensity exercises. The following demonstrates different intensity levels: