Workout Plans
4-Week Advanced Plyometrics Program: Skyrocket Your Explosiveness
While there is nothing wrong with training to improve the way you look, a lot of exercisers are more concerned with their performance than aesthetics. Whether…
Plyometrics
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Exercise Guides
Depth Jump: Unleash Power with This Explosive Exercise!
The depth jump is a plyometric exercise used by elite athletes to build explosive strength. It involves dropping off a plyo box. Upon hitting the ground,…
Training
The Secret Weapon for Explosive Power: 15 Minutes of Plyometrics
Strength training is one of the most important types of exercise you can do. Whether you lift weights, use resistance bands, or do calisthenics, the list…
Exercise Guides
Calf Jumps: Strengthen Your Gastrocnemius and Soleus Muscles
Calf jumps, also called pogo jumps, are an effective exercise for improving ankle stiffness, stability, and strength. Athletes and regular gym goers benefit from calf jumps…
Chest
Plyometric Push-Ups: Ignite Your Chest and Core Strength!
Plyometric push-ups can significantly benefit your power and strength development. They require substantial contraction of your fast-twitch muscle fibers and are excellent for athletes and regular…
Training
The 10 Best Plyometric Exercises for Upper Body Explosive Power
I’ve been using plyometrics with my clients and in my own training for over three decades. It’s a staple for the athletes I work with. I…
DIY
The Best (& Easiest) 3-In-1 DIY Plyo Box for Your Home Gym
If there is one thing I consistently notice lacking in most bodybuilding and powerlifting training programs, it is plyometrics training. Plyometric training, also known as jump…
Core
Plyo Jack: Boost Your Strength & Endurance for Total Body Fitness
Jumping jacks are a staple calisthenics activity but aside from a decent cardio workout, they’re pretty basic. Plyo jacks are a more challenging variation of the…
Core
Lateral Bounds: Engage Your Lower Body and Core Muscles!
Lateral bounds combine many different aspects of fitness and performance including plyometrics, resistance training, joint control, balance, athletic movement, and cardiovascular fitness. Few movements can compare…
Training
10 Best Plyometric Exercises to Build Explosive Power
While there is nothing wrong with training to look fit and strong, some exercisers want to perform better too. After all, if you are any sort…
Exercise Guides
Best Box Jump Alternatives For Building Explosive Strength
Having strong legs isn’t enough. Explosiveness and agility in your wheels are a must for optimal functionality. Box jumps are one of the best exercises for…
Exercise Guides
Frog Squat: Total Lower Body Workout for Strength & Tone
The frog squat is one of the more interesting exercise variations and it doesn’t involve leaping or jumping like a frog contrary to what you might…