Plyometrics in Strength Training

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Plyometrics are often used in sports like soccer, basketball, football, track & field, etc.  But they are not used quite as often in strength-based sports like Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and strongman.  Which is a shame, because plyometrics and other power and velocity-based training methods can have a huge positive impact on performance.  In episode 17 we talk about how plyometrics can specifically improve areas of training adaption which will then help you with lifting heavier weights faster, getting past that sticking point, and hitting new PRsDon't forget to subscribe to the podcast because in future episodes I will talk about other ways of increasing power, like lifting with bands and chains.  You don’t want to miss out!References mentioned in Min 21:Marcora, S. M. (2010). Perception of effort. In E. B. Goldstein (Eds.), Encyclopedia of perception (pp. 380–383). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.Pageaux, B. (2016). Perception of effort in exercise science: definition, measurement and perspectives. European Journal of Sport Science, 16(8), 885–894. http://dx.doi.org/ 10.1080/17461391.2016.1188992.