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Andrew Huberman and Stuart McMillan Explain Why You Need to Start Skipping
In the latest episode of the Huberman Lab podcast, host Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., sat down with legendary track and field coach ...
These Explosive Exercises Can Help You Age Well
Plyometrics are an effective way to improve power, balance and coordination. Here’s where to start. Moving quickly to cross the street, getting out of a chair or catching yourself before a fall all ...
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Elevate your workout: The science behind plyometric jump squats
Plyometric jump squats are a dynamic exercise that can drastically enhance your explosive power. Combining strength and speed ...
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Plyometrics: The training technique that converts strength to explosive power
It comes from the Greek words 'plyo' or 'plythein', meaning to increase, and 'metric', meaning to measure. This training focuses on the stretch-shortening cycle, which involves a quick switch ...
Forget the gym — this 20-minute dumbbell workout strengthens your entire body and boosts core power
Devised by fitness trainer Vivienne Addo — one half of Mr and Mrs Muscle — the effective leg workout uses just a pair of dumbbells to help strengthen and tone a range of lower-body muscles, including ...
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Effect of plyometric training on sand versus grass on muscle soreness and jumping and sprinting ability in soccer players
The aim of this study was to compare the effects of plyometric training on sand versus a grass surface on muscle soreness, vertical jump height and sprinting ability. Design: Parallel two-group, ...
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Neuromuscular and biomechanical characteristic changes in high school athletes: a plyometric versus basic resistance program
Objectives: To investigate the effects of an 8 week plyometric and basic resistance training program on neuromuscular and biomechanical characteristics in female athletes. Methods: Twenty seven high ...