plyometrics
TrainingJump training or explosive exercises designed to increase power and speed (e.g., box jumps).
Related Terms in Training
interval training
Training that alternates between bursts of high-intensity activity and periods of rest or low-intensity activity.
dynamic stretching
Active movements where joints and muscles go through a full range of motion (e.g., leg swings, high knees), usually performed during warm-ups.
aerobic capacity
The ability of the heart and lungs to provide oxygen to working muscles for prolonged periods; 'engine' building.
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