Advanced, comprehensive guide to explosive power training
A novel idea in the 80s, plyometrics is now an essential part of every serious athlete's conditioning program. Explosive power is required to compete at a high level baseball. This may be the most advanced, comprehensive guide to explosive power training for athletes, coaches, and conditioning experts.
The author, Jim Radcliffe, a top authority on plyometrics, is the head strength and conditioning coach at the University of Oregon.
The Book covers the principles of high-intensity plyometric training to the development of long- and short-term training programs. It's not baseball-specific (21 sports) but with 360 photos to illustrate 77 exercises for lower-, middle-, and upper-body power, it will cover all the bases. Exercise descriptions and intensity guidelines provide step-by-step instructions to ensure correct technique and proper workload.
The DVD includes foundation exercises such as squat jumps, double-leg speed hops, and medicine ball twists and passes; power-building exercises like tuck and scissors jumps, floor kips, arm swings, and sit-up throws; and high-intensity drills including depth jumps, vertical swings, drop pushes, and heavy bag strokes.