Nkiru Uzor , Theresa
Unknown Affiliation

Published : 1 Documents Claim Missing Document
Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 1 Documents
Search

Sustainable Development In Sports Through Coaches Effective Guidelines For Planning A Plyometric Training Session Nkiru Uzor , Theresa; Ujuagu, Nonye Ann; Uwa, Anthonia Chinyere
Athena: Physical Education and Sports Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): Enhancing Student Engagement and Athletic Skills
Publisher : S&Co Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56773/athena.v2i2.36

Abstract

Plyometric is a form of advanced fitness training that uses fast muscular contractions to improve power and speed in the sports performance by coaches and athletes. The paper presents how plyometrics works, types of plyometric and benefits of using plyometrics are also offered. It highlighted a lot common mistakes coaches make while using plyometric training such as improper progression, skipping the prerequisites, not jumping enough, too much plyometrics, bad landing among others. The paper made some useful conclusions as well as recommendations that will improve athletics in modern sports such as NUGA and Olympic Games.