THEORETICAL ASPECTS OF PLYOMETRIC TRAINING IN BASKETBALL

Ionela Cristina Nae

Marathon, 2017, vol. 9, issue 1, 48-52

Abstract: Plyometric training consists of exercises which make muscle rapidly contract right before an explosive contraction. Plyometric exercises are based on all forms of jumping. The ability to generate power is decisive in sports performance. Power is also important in basketball, where quick jumps and reactions on the ball are key factors. A strong basketball player is capable to generate the highest amount of strength in the least possible time. Knowing what plyometric training means, its most important rules as well as precautions when doing these exercises has a very important impact on developing basketball required movement skills..

Date: 2017
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