Plyometrics is a term that can leave you scratching your head. What does it mean? Is it another term for Pilates? Or are we just getting our P’s confused? Does it involve – ugh– stretching? And how ...

If you're one of those athletes who doesn't react well to high running mileage, researchers in Japan have a possible solution. In their study, published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning, ...

One step a time...but make it explosive. That’s basically how you approach plyometric exercises that typically require zero equipment—and they may be just what your body needs for cross-training in ...

It's pretty clear, at this point, that plyometric training can make you a more efficient runner. There's still plenty of debate about how it works. Does it streamline the signals traveling from brain ...

Plyometrics improve muscle power and are beneficial for sports like running, volleyball, and basketball. Start with a basic ...

Numerous studies have been published about the benefits of plyometrics for runners. One 2024 study found that a 10-week plyometric programme improved running economy (how efficiently you use oxygen to ...

We’re talking about plyometrics – a branch of exercises that involve fast, explosive movements like jumping, hopping and ...

When it comes to getting faster, most runners think of hill sprints, intervals, or logging more miles. But there’s one move that rarely gets a mention, and it doesn’t require lacing up your running ...