Plyometric Phase

posted spring 2007

This phase is when I utilized Plyometrics to train my new strength to be "explosive." Strength isn't useful for many athletes if it's not translated into power. Track atletes who train with weights only will lose speed. They have to train with weights in the off season to build strength and then use plyometrics to harness that strength.

Friday workout:

AM Workout: Burned it up 612 calories...a difficult 40 minute ride.

Followed by an apple and a protein bar then a 1 hour break.

2nd Workout: 662 calories burned....1/2 hour of explosive moves with medicine ball or jumping. The other half included push-ups on the ball, pull-ups and a rope/cable circuit.

Monday was replica of Friday. Tues and Thursday were recovery days with a massage on Thursday.

Wednesday included Squats (230 lbs x 8), Curls on a machine, Cable work, and plyometric routine similar to Mon. and Fri.

Cardio on Wednesday was running about 3 miles of intervals after lifting. My calves and knees were tight. Slept fine on Wednesday and no pain on Thursday.

Today I feel super!