Plyometric exercise has revolutionized how athletes build explosive strength. Discover its science and benefits for improving performance in sports.

The world of fitness has witnessed a remarkable transformation in training methodologies, with plyometrics emerging as a cornerstone of athletic development.

Crush ten minutes of extensive plyos and you’ll be ready for “intensive plyometrics,” which are similar to that 1960s depth jump. You’ll do just a few reps of each drill twice a week.

There are many more examples of plyometric exercises. What ties all these moves together is that they use what’s known as the “stretch shortening cycle”. This is where your muscles rapidly ...