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    #32
    jfit
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16 ✭jfit


    I wouldnt say that Plyometrics are not understood - mechanically and physiologically we have quite a good understanding - exercises are not the problem - poor coaching is - poor understanding of when to introduce, what to introduce, volumes and so on.

    There is a view that a certain levels of stength should be in place before Plyometric training takes place - exactly how much is debated.

    I train kids ranging in ages from 4 - 18yrs all of whom jump, hop, sprint etc with no ill effects. Kids play ranges of sports all the time which include plyometric movement - problems arise when a coach decides to create a specific plyometric session for individuals without testing landing mechanics, strength levels, history of plyo training etc.


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    #33
    bubbleking
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    d'Oracle wrote: »
    Erm... can you expand that a bit?
    Are you relating strength levels to wether you should do plyos?

    Il have to look up my old lecture notes on this one but i think it was suggested that an athlete should have a Squat 1RM of 1.5 times their body weight before attempting any form of plyo


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