Plyometrics, also known as “jump training” or “plyo” for short, is a form of conditioning used primarily by athletes. This Training involves explosive compound movements, high intensity exercises and of course a lot of jumping. The goal of this training is to make you exert your maximum force in the shortest period of time possible so, most of the time, reps are kept low but intensity and effort are set on a high bar. People who do plyometrics training are able to see an increase in their strength, speed, balance, agility and endurance. This training also helps you strengthen your tendons to decrease the risk of injuries and it also helps boost the efficiency of the neuromuscular system.

Okay so now you know heaps about what plyo is and its benefits let’s start with exercises shall we? Ready your plyo boxes, sledge hammers and medicine balls because were about to do some high intensity exercises. Beast mode on!

Single Leg Push Off – Quads

Start with your left leg on the box and then push off with your right.
Go back to initial position and repeat until desired reps is achieved.
You can also swing your arms while pushing off from the box.
Repeat this exercise for both legs.
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Front Box Jump – Hamstrings

Get your Feet Shoulder Width apart, sink your feet backwards, put your arms upfront to counterbalance your body weight, tighten your core and lean on to your toes a little bit.
After setting up for the initial position, spring up towards the box and absorb your landing through the mid foot and heel on the center of the box.
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Sledgehammer Swings – Abdominals

Place your least Dominant Hand on the bottom of the sledge hammer handle and place your dominant hand close to the head of the sledge.
While in swinging motion, slide your dominant hand towards the bottom handle joining your least dominant hand in the process.
Slam it down as hard as you can but remember to control the hammer once it bounces off the tire to prevent any injuries.
Do this for both sides.
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Lateral Box Jumps – Adductions

Stand beside the box and assume comfortable standing position.
Bend your knees and lean on your toes and then explode towards the box by jumping side-wards.
Land on the center of the box and carefully jump down.
You can either choose to jump off on the opposite side and continue the exercise on that side or jump back to where you started and repeat.
This exercise must be completed for both sides.
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Reverse Medicine Ball Throw – Shoulders

Stand behind a wall to do this exercise.
Squat down and place the medicine ball between your legs.
Forcefully throw the ball backwards slamming it into the wall behind you.
You may also complete this exercise in an open field with a partner.
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Supine Chest Throw – Tricep

Start by holding the ball on your chest while laying down on the ground with bent knees.
Perform a chest pass through the air and catch the ball as it goes down with both hands.
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Overhead Slam – Lats

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart.
Raise the ball above your head and fully extend your body and then
slam the ball on the ground as hard as you can.
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Flying Superman Push-up – Chest and Back

Start with your initial push up position
Drop down make sure your back is straight and keep your head down.
Now explode springing up to create air time and make sure your knees are slightly bent so you can easily drop your hips at the top while you assume into the superman position.
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