Table 1.

Suggested testing algorithm for preparation for plyometric training

Tests & Methods	Specific criteria
Pain	None in lower extremities
ROM	Full ROM of all joints
Swelling	None
Balance‐Eyes open	30 seconds
Balance‐Eyes closed	30 seconds
Muscle strength	20% bilateral comparison
Muscle endurance	20% bilateral comparison
Neuromuscular control	Qualitatively good movement patterns with no compensations
Single‐leg half squat	No pain and good qualitative movement patterns
Free weight squat: 1.5 to 2.5 times body mass	No pain and good qualitative movement patterns
Squat 60% of body mass 5 times within 5 seconds	No pain and good qualitative movement patterns
Lower level plyometric drills	No pain and good qualitative movement patterns