A Comparison of Two Plyometric Training Techniques

• Main Author: Benesh, Traci A. (Traci Ann)
• Other Authors: Davis, Glen
• Format: Others
• Language: English
• Published: University of North Texas 1989
• Subjects: jump training; volleyball players; vertical jumping ability; Jumping > Training.; Volleyball for women > Training.; Exercise > Physiological aspects.; Weight training for women > Physiological aspects.; Jumping > Physiological aspects.
• Online Access: https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc500914/

The purpose of this study was to investigate two different plyometric training techniques for increasing vertical jumping ability. Twenty-four female high school volleyball players were matched for height and weight and distributed equally among three groups. Each subject performed a vertical jump test, Margaria power test, Wingate bicycle test, and an isokinetic leg strength test prior to and following six weeks of training. Plyometric training significantly (p<.05) improved vertical jumping ability and some indices of leg strength and power. Weighted plyometrics did not enhance performance more than plyometrics alone. These data support the view that plyometric training with or without added weights enhances vertical jumping and leg power.