How Do You Do Lower Body Plyometric Exercises?
Athletes who are trying to increase their speed and power often perform a type of workout called lower body plyometric exercise. This form of exercise is intense training that is used to increase coordination and agility as well as endurance. Plyometrics work by performing a fast movement in a short amount of time, thus contracting and releasing a muscle group quickly. Don’t overdo a series and don’t be discouraged. Your ability and strength will increase over time. Focusing on good posture with a straight back and aligned shoulders, place your feet about shoulders’ width apart. You’ll be performing tuck jumps. In a burst of speed, bend at the knees into a squat position and jump into the air. Continue squatting and jumping for 10 seconds to 1 minute depending on your fitness level. Cool down for a minute walking in place and then repeat another repetition of your squat jumps. Stand straight in front of your step aerobics bench (or stair step). Arms should be at your sides, head facing
