Plyometrics for Squash
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squash_coach
Posted:
14th Jan '04, 1:54pm
14th Jan '04, 1:54pm
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I am a squash coach and I would to find out if there is any coach who has any knowledge on this subject
Plyometrics for Squash
14th Jan '04, 6:03pm
Plyometrics do have role in all racket sports, no only upper body but for the lower body too.
Plyometrics can train the neuromuscular system to activate quicker so allowing the player to prepare for the shot to be made. Also speed of movement can be increased which can allow the a greater power production in a shot.
As for lower body, plyometrics will allow the player to move around the court quickly allowing more time for shot preperation.
An excellent reference is Donald Chu's book. I think it is called Jumping into plyometrics. It breaks down the exercises used for specific sports. Not sure if squash is in it bit I am sure other racket sports are used and can be adapted to suite
Thanks
23rd Jan '04, 3:45pm
Hi Alex,
Thanks.
Matthew
plyometrix
23rd Jan '04, 6:11pm
Hey, does anyone know any web sites thet contain plyometrics exercises
cheers
Plyometrics exercises
24th Jan '04, 3:18am
Try this site...
http://www.brianmac.demon.co.uk/
Matthew
cheers
24th Jan '04, 3:49pm
cheers m8
Plyometrics for Squash
24th Jan '04, 3:50pm
A great webiste is www.exrx.net
Gives moving images of many plyometric exercises as well as resistance training exercises.
It has a muscle directory and great info for general training. It has sopme fitness calculators for BMI etc. Definately worth a look.
Found it a great resource
cheers
24th Jan '04, 3:50pm
cheers Alex
Plyos
24th Jan '04, 8:24pm
If you are considering incorporating plyometrics into the program you may want to do some initial strength testing first.
A quick rule of thumb for lower body is to be able to squat at least one and one half times their current body weight. Upper body tests include being able to bench press their own body weight for those over 220 pounds and at least one and one half times body weight for those under 220 pounds. Another quick test is to have them do at least five clap-push-ups in a row. This last test would be an absolute minimum strength requirement.
I would also hesitate in doing any weighted plyometrics for youngsters other than normal jumping as they play tag, or runs and stops.
Training experience also comes into play as well as the ability to concentrate on instructions and the ability to follow directions of the coach during the execution of the movement.
cheers
25th Jan '04, 10:14am
Cheers Danny some good info their, thanks.