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Plyometrics Training
Power up your client’s athletic ability with over 75 dynamic plyometric exercises!
By James Radcliffe, MS , Robert Farentinos, PhD


Plyometric exercise merges the physical qualities of speed and strength to produce an athlete capable of running faster and jump higher. Boost your clients’ athletic abilities to new heights with 100 plyometric exercises that improve strength, power, speed, quickness and jumping ability while developing better coordination and balance. Not only do plyometrics fit into the complete training program, a training program is not complete without plyometrics!









Course Objectives:
  • Explain the muscle physiology of plyometrics training and the different types of muscle contractions.
  • Discuss basic principles and methods of plyometrics training.
  • Explain the benefits and guidelines of plyometrics training.
  • Identify equipment and surfaces appropriate for plyometrics training drills.
  • Outline appropriate athlete assessments prior to designing or beginning a plyometrics training program.
  • Explain and instruct appropriate biomechanical technique when performing all plyometrics exercises.
  • Discuss the importance of proper physical preparation and injury prevention strategies.
  • Discuss training variables that can be manipulated in a plyometrics program design.
  • Recognize step-by-step exercise progressions and instructional cues for teaching and training clients/athletes.
  • Design a sport-specific plyometrics training program.
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    Course Includes: 
  • Exam
  • Study guide
  • 171-page textbook High-Powered Plyometrics by James Radcliffe, MS and Robert Farentinos, PhD
  • DVD
  • Topic: Strength Training and Conditioning
    Level: Intermediate
    Weight: 3.0 lbs
    Complete Printed Course  #4474     $99.00

    CECs
    ACE 0.50
    ACSM 5.00
    AEA 3.00
    AFPA 5.00
    BCRPA 5.00
    BOC ATC 5.00
    CI 5.00
    COPS-KT 0.50
    ECA 5.00
    ISSA 5.00
    NAFC 0.50
    NASN 0.50
    NCSF 5.00
    NETA 5.00
    NFPT 1.00
    NSCA-CC 0.50
    NSPA 5.00
    USAT 5.00
    W.I.T.S. 5.00