Plyometric (Reactive) Training Concepts

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Rate of force production

Question 2

Loading of a muscle eccentrically to prepare it for a rapid concentric contraction.

Answer 2

Stretch shortening cycle

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Integrated performance paradigm

Question 4

The transition from eccentric loading to concentric unloading during the stretch-shortening cycle.

Answer 4

Amortization phase

Question 5

The ability of the nervous system to recruit the correct muscles to produce force, reduce force, and dynamically stabilize the body’s structure in all three planes of motion.

Answer 5

Neuromuscular efficiency

Question 6

Age-related progressive loss in muscle mass & strength

Answer 6

Sarcopenia