Tag: Power training

According to the American Council on Exercise, improper landing mechanics are a primary cause of lower extremity injury in athletes performing plyometrics. Knowing this, many people ask, **are plyometrics safe**? The answer is yes, but only when executed with proper form, a mindful approach, and a progressive training plan.

Skeletal muscle is remarkably adaptable and composed of various fiber types, with fast-twitch fibers being further divided into Type IIa and Type IIx (often historically called IIb). This distinction is crucial for understanding how our bodies generate force, sustain activity, and respond to training.