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Kinetic Analysis, Potentiation, and Fatigue During Vertical and Horizontal Plyometric Training: An In-Depth

Casey M Watkins^1,2,3, Nicholas D Gill⁴, Michael R McGuigan^1,5

¹Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand.

International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance

|December 22, 2023

Summary

Plyometric training volume impacts jump performance differently. Horizontal broad jumps (HBJ) improved with increased volume, while countermovement jumps (CMJ) showed decrements, highlighting the need for tailored dosing strategies.

Keywords:

high-volume impulse jump training low-volume

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Area of Science:

Sports Science
Biomechanics
Exercise Physiology

Background:

Plyometric training is known to enhance athletic performance.
Optimal strategies for plyometric training volume are not well-established.
Understanding dose-response relationships is crucial for effective training.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the effects of increasing plyometric training volume on vertical and horizontal jump performance.
To investigate the kinetic responses to varying session jump volumes in rugby players.

Main Methods:

Sixteen rugby players participated in vertical and horizontal jump sessions.
A low-volume plyometric stimulus was progressively increased up to 200 jumps.
Jump performance was measured using force-plate analysis throughout the sessions.

Main Results:

Horizontal broad jump (HBJ) performance was potentiated (2-5%) and maintained throughout increased volume.
Countermovement jump (CMJ) performance initially decreased (-5% to -7%) before recovering.
Increased eccentric impulse correlated with reduced concentric impulse, suggesting impaired power transfer at higher volumes.

Conclusions:

Kinetic responses to plyometric training volume differ between vertical and horizontal jumps.
Current plyometric dosing strategies may need adjustment based on jump type.
Consideration of HBJ and CMJ kinetic distinctions is vital for practitioners.