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Hello i am Bryan from Philippines
What is plyometric program? and What other Instruments before using the Ankle Wrist Weights like a supporter ?
Dear Bryan,
Plyometrics is a type of exercise that uses explosive movements to develop muscular power, the ability to generate a large amount of force quickly. It may be used, for example, to improve the effectiveness of a boxer's punch, or to quicken the throwing ability of a baseball pitcher, or the jumping ability of a basketball player. Plyometric training acts on both the musculotendinous and neurological levels to increase an athlete's power output without necessarily increasing their maximum strength output.
Now before working the program you must know:
Some degree of softness is needed. Gymnastics mats are ideal, grass is suitable. Hard surfaces such as concrete should never be used.
Footwear - must have adequate cushioning and be well fitting.
You should be well rested and free of injury in any of the limbs to be exercised.
Except for ankle weights you can also use resistance bands for extra difficulty level, but it's not as safe.
For extra safety, use knee supports to stabilize the knee.
Sincerely Yours,
Coach B.Anagnostou
Olympiacos Coaching stuff
(Euroleague, HEBA)
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I can answer any questions relating to drills, offence plays, defence plays, conditioning, improving vertical leap and explosiveness, shooting, passing, dribling, penetrating, faking and whatever related to basketball coaching and playing. ***"Please be sure you include in your question the following information -Whether you are a player, a coach, a parent of a young player or just a fan. -If you are a player, your age, height, weight and goals in basketball. -If you are a coach, the grade of your team and the years of experience.
Experience
I have been a pro basketball player for 5 years, but i have started playing basketball since the age of 6. I am currently assistant coach in a Greek First division under 21 team and head coach in a Junior High School team. My father, who has helped my a lot, is part of the Greece national basketball team's coaching stuff, the European Champions and the Silver World Champions.
Education/Credentials
Currently, a student in Hellenic Gymnastic(concerning all sports) Academy, which has produced high level coaches who compose the Basketball and Football national teams' coaching stuff.
Awards and Honors
Most Improved Player 2002 award in HEBA championship under 21 ~
Most Valuable Rookie Player 2003 award in HEBA championship ~
Best Offensive player 2005 award in HEBA championship
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