Table 2.

Parameters that can be manipulated when designing training progressions for lower extremity plyometric programs.

Repetitions

Sets

Frequency

Rest intervals (Recovery)

Intensity (Sub‐maximal during the orientation or beginning phases or training, although maximal intensity plyometrics are most effective)

Duration

Pattern

Type

Progression

Weight

Resistance implement (body weight, external weight vest, weights, etc.)

Position of patient

Quality of the movement patterns

Body parts involved in the activity (isolated joint movements vs multi‐joint movements)

Effects of fatigue