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Jumping Into Plyometrics by Donald Chu Ph.D at Power Systems, Inc.
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60 of 61 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
While this book is geared towards helping athletes from any sport streamline their conditioning to gain more power through explosive movement training, it's also filled with great exercises that can be done by any advanced exerciser. A knowledgeable workout veteran can even tailor these moves to be for less advanced exercisers, and what better way to reach your next level of conditioning than with plyometrics? It's a form of training that has taken a lot of heat for being too risky or damaging to the body, but he presents such an incredible variety of moves you don't have to put stress on your body to get results. If you have problems with your knees, back, etc there are still plenty of great, challenging moves for you to use. The book also does a great job of teaching you about how muscles work and how plyometrics effect them so you understand why you're doing what you're doing. Since exercise is as much mental as physical, this will help you progress further and reach higher levels of fitness. A really great book for athletes, weekend warriors and exercisers who need a jump start in their routines.
41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a high school volleyball coach, I've found Donald Chu's book a terrific help in increasing our team's "credit card" jump reaches! Using Chu's techniques, we've noticed a great improvement in team performance and quickness, and I've been extremely pleased with the results.
If you're looking for a comprehensive book on plyometrics, check this one out. We use his system, and I can personally testify ... it works!
44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book does an excellent job introducing the topic of plyometrics to the reader. It discusses the different types and categories of jumps as well as the varying intensities. It even gives sport specific plyos as well as sample programs. However, this is not the definitive book on plyometrics. I think of it as more as a good reference tool. I would really recommend "High-Powered Plyometrics" for even more in depth info on this wonderful method of training.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent Read, Holds All the Tools
This is an excellent read, especially for someone looking to get in to athletic training. The first few chapters provide a very simple but sound physiological background of how... Read more
Published 6 months ago by EGrubaugh
I liked it
I liked the simplicity of the book, the outline, the programming outlines, and the list of exercises. My favorite plyometric-specific book to date.
Published on December 31, 2009 by M. Ivey
Excellent!
Awesome book !
Sport specific exercises that really apply to each sport.
A definite must have.
Sport specific exercises that really apply to each sport.
A definite must have.
Published on November 10, 2009
Great book
Gives a very concise and great intro to the use of plyometrics. I whole heartedly recommend.
Published on September 29, 2009 by Fitness Enthusiast
Incorporate this
Great resource for any and all types of athletes. Informative and quick to buzz through. There is a ton of info. for the novice and pro. Read more
Published on June 13, 2009 by ninjattorney
look no further for plyometrics
Hi im suresh from india, im a certified PT from Ace. This book was introduced to me by my ceo. i bought this book and found it very useful. Read more
Published on May 8, 2009 by G. Suresh Kumar
good overall info
This is a good book to give an overview of plyometrics and it gives great sport specific plyometric exercises. Read more
Published on February 18, 2009 by V. Manning
Exercise Book
I have still yet to finish this book. It is very technical if you are looking for full on explanation of how your body works in junction with the exercises specified. Read more
Published on February 4, 2009 by Lisa M. Dimmitt
Excellent
As an outdoor fitness instructor, I have been able to use several of the exercises. Great suggestion from my Chiropractor!
Published on May 9, 2008
Disappointed
This book is not written that well. It could be organized better. It reminds me of a term paper thrown together from bits and pieces of other reports. Read more
Published on April 30, 2008 by Somebody
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