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Plyometrics

Updated: Sep 6, 2022

Muscles' capacity to produce maximal force output in a short period of time (also known as the rate of force generation) improves performance during functional tasks. If all else is equal. The pace at which muscle force is generated determines success in most functional activities.


A component of function is output power and reactive neuromuscular control. Power and reactive neuromuscular control are possibly the most accurate indicators of performance in tasks that necessitate quick force generation Plyometric training, also known as reactive training, uses the stretch-shortening cycle to increase neuromuscular control efficiency, rate of force output, and diminish neuromuscular inhibition.


WHAT IS PLYOMETRIC TRAINING AND HOW DOES IT WORK?


Plyometric training increases neuromuscular excitability, sensitivity, and reactivity to increase the rate of force production (power), motor-unit recruitment, firing frequency (rate coding), and synchronization.


Muscles generate the force required to shift the center of mass of an object. All movement patterns during functional activities involve a series of repetitive stretch-shortening cycles. Following an eccentric muscle action, the neuromuscular system must react quickly and efficiently to produce a concentric contraction and impart the required force (or acceleration) in the proper direction. As a result, to prepare each athlete for the functional demands of the sport, specific functional exercises emphasizing a quick change in direction must be used.


 
 
 

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