Plyometric training, also called jump training, is a form of strength training where your muscles work quickly and powerfully.
The goal is to move fast and explosively—generating as much force as possible in a short time.
Think jumping, sprinting, or explosive push-ups.
Explosiveness: This training is ideal for sports like soccer, basketball, hockey, running, and of course obstacle races.
You learn to apply force quickly, making your jumps higher and starts faster.
Here are 10 exercises to increase your explosiveness.
Squat Jumps: Get into a squat and jump as high as possible.
Box Jumps: Jump from the ground onto a stable platform.
Lunge Jumps: Start in a lunge, jump up, and switch legs in the air.
Burpee Jumps: Combine a burpee with an explosive jump.
Skater Jumps: Jump side to side as if skating on ice.
Clap Push-Ups: Perform a push-up and push off the ground so hard that your hands clap in midair.
Tuck Jumps: Jump high and pull your knees to your chest.
Broad Jumps: Jump forward as far as possible.
Single-Leg Hops: Hop on one leg forward or sideways.
Medicine Ball Slams: Throw a medicine ball to the ground with explosive force.