Plyometric training involves hopping, skipping or jumping. The muscle undergoes a stretch shortening cycle where it lengthens and then rapidly shortens to provide propulsion. Plyometric training may be included at the end phase of rehabilitation, injury prevention or for enhanced performance in strength and conditioning. The videos below show double and single leg hop variations. Your Physiotherapist will detail the appropriate exercise prescription depending on the individual circumstances.
Instructions: Double Leg Hop
- Standing with the feet directly under the hips, softly bend the knees
- Shift the weight to the forefoot and push up to come off the ground
- The knees will straighten when airborne
- With the decent, land softly onto a slightly bent knee
- Repeat as per Physiotherapist guidelines
Instructions: Single Leg Hop
- Stand on the target limb with the foot directly under the hips, softly bend the knee
- Shift the weight to the forefoot and push up to come off the ground
- The knee will straighten when airborne
- With the decent, land softly onto a slightly bent knee
- Repeat as per Physiotherapist guidelines