Power Up Your Training Inside and Outside the Gym
Rough power could be the most neglected attribute in the gym besides skipping your warmup. People often think they don’t need to train power because
Rough power could be the most neglected attribute in the gym besides skipping your warmup. People often think they don’t need to train power because
Over the years, I’ve tested many different types of training modalities. I’ve introduced elements of bodybuilding, powerlifting, circuit training, and many forms of interval training
Plyometric movements increase potential muscular force and speed, resulting in increased power. This can translate into many athletic skills, from higher jumps, to faster sprints,
What are plyometrics? Plyometrics in simple terms means jump training. Plyometrics enhance our explosiveness, power, and body control. They teach us how to stretch our
The running community tends to advocate training principles from the Dark Ages. Okay, maybe not that old, but not much more recent than the 1980s.
Someone mentioning they have Soviet training secrets used to be a big deal. The Soviets’ athletic endeavors were quite dominant from the 1950s to the
The term “plyometrics” was born in the late 1970s in the United States thanks to the work of Fred Wilt (1920-1994), a long-distance runner and
Box jumps are one of the most popular plyometric exercises. But many people don’t know about the box jump’s bastard cousin, the drop jump. Drop
The rebound box jump is popular among CrossFit competitors due to its speed and efficiency. Box jumps are a fascinating movement that can be an
Plyometrics is the use of explosive movements to train speed and power. Plyometric exercises such as jumping are valuable to athletes because they improve strength,
Explosive power is something many athletes strive for. The ability to go from a standstill to an immediate burst of power in the fastest time
Training with plyometrics can be the difference between being an average athlete or a great athlete. Some coaches tend to shy away from plyometrics as
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