Basketball Plyometrics

Plyometrics are also called as jump training. They are exercises that exert maximum force in muscles to aim for increasing both speed and power. Plyometric training is a great way to train for the demands of basketball. Interval trainings should include in the training program.


Besides plyometric drills should be progressive, proper technique is also crucial to performing plyometric exercises safely and effectively. Understanding how to move the body in the most efficient manner will maximize results and reduce the risk of injury.

Keep Your VERTICAL JUMP! - Quarantine Plyometric Workout

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Guidelines For Plyometrics Drills And Exercises

Doing plyometrics trainings are quite tough on the body. Several precautions need to be observed.

It is advised to consider the following factors:

1. Medical History Consider any of your previous injuries. Some circumstances may need medical requirement.

2. Age For prepubescent athletes, they should be strictly supervised. Young athletes should perform only low intensity versions of plyometric drills.

3. Adequate Strength Base Strength, both upper and lower body must be able to safely handle the intensity of plyometric drills.

4. Footwear Select good basketball shoes that provide a high degree of lateral stability, arch support, heel cushion, and a nonslip sole.

5. Surface The surface of the place should be solid for maximum response on contact, but yet it should have enough give to lessen impact.

6. Equipment The equipment must be safe, in good condition and properly maintained.

7. Warm-Up and Cool-Down Make sure to perform a quality warm-up and cool-down before and after every workout.

8. Intensity Plyometric drills should progress in intensity.

9. Training Sequence It is recommended to do plyometrics first while fresh before any other workout. Only highly trained athletes should perform plyometrics while fatigued.

10. Proper Technique Follow proper technique when doing any exercise. If a breakdown in technique occurs, stop the drill. 

Plyometric Exercises Knees-to-Chest Jump

1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, knees slightly bent, arms back, elbows bent and hands by your hips area.

2. Drive your arms and knees up, bringing your knees to your chest by tucking in.

3. Do for 10 maximum-height jump in place.

Knees-to-Chest jump

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Vertical Jump

1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, knees slightly bent, arms back, elbows bent and hands by your hips area.

2. Drive your arms forward and up as you jump straight up. Your legs are also straight up.

3. Do for 10 maximum-height jump in place.

The Best Plyometric Exercises for Vertical Jump, Explosiveness and Athleticism - 85 Variations

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Power Skip

1. Stand with your knees slightly bent, arms back, elbows bent and hand by your hips area.

2. Step forward and skip with your left foot by driving your right knee and left arm forcefully up and forward as you leave the ground. Drive your right arm back in an exaggerated running arm action.

3. Land your slightly bent left leg and step forward on your right foot to repeat the skipping action for maximum height and distance.

4. Continue for 8 to 10 repetitions.

Plyometrics. Power Skips

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