Plyometric training

Question 1

Rate of force production

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Plyometric (reactive) training

Answer 2

Exercises that generate quick, powerful movements. A “cocking” of the muscle followed by an explosive concentric muscle contraction.

Question 3

Integrated performance paradigm

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Amortization (transition) phase

Answer 4

transition between eccentric (loading) and concentric (unloading) muscle actions during plyometric movements; the faster the switch, the more powerful the concentric action.

Question 5

Plyometric exercise Phase 1

Answer 5

little joint motion

Question 6

Plyometric exercise Phase 2, 3, and 4

Answer 6

dynamic eccentric and concentric movement with full range of motion

Question 7

Plyometric exercise Phase 5

Answer 7

entire muscle action and contraction-velocity spectrums; integrated, functional movements