Chapter 11 - Plyometric (Reactive) Training Concepts

Question 0

PLYOMETRIC (REACTIVE) TRAINING

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Exercises that generate quick, powerful movements involving an explosive concentric muscle contraction preceded by an eccentric muscle action.

Question 1

RATE OF FORCE PRODUCTION

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Ability of muscles to exert maximal force output in a minimal amount of time.

Question 2

INTEGRATED PERFORMANCE PARADIGMN

Answer 2

To move with efficiency, forces must be dampened (eccentrically), stabilized (isometrically), and then accelerated (concentrically).