Plyometrics

Plyometrics are explosive movements — jumps, hops, bounds, throws — that exploit the stretch-shortening cycle, in which a rapid eccentric load primes a powerful concentric contraction. They train rate of force development, neuromuscular coordination, and tendon elasticity. In ageing populations, low-volume jump training improves bone mineral density, balance, and reactive strength, addressing the power deficit that drives falls. Progression and surface choice matter to manage joint load.