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Effects of plyometric training on muscular power and sports performance: a meta-analysis

Saez de Villarreal E, et al.

Year2012
Sample sizen=1015
JournalJournal of Strength and Conditioning Research
AuthorsSaez de Villarreal E, et al.

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Summary

Summary

A meta-analysis evaluating the effects of plyometric training (SSC-based jump training: depth jumps, bounding, etc.) on muscular power, vertical jump height, and sprint performance. Significant improvements in vertical jump, running speed, and agility were confirmed.

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DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e31820d97e9

Key Findings

Key findings

  • 1

    Vertical jump height improved by an average of 4.7% (ES d = 0.87)

  • 2

    Sprint times (10–40 m) significantly improved

  • 3

    Agility (direction-change speed) performance also improved

  • 4

    Effects emerge with 2–3 sessions/week over 6–10 weeks, further amplified when combined with strength training

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