Boo Schexnayder – 104. Plyometric Training For Sports Performance

From the fundamentals of plyometrics to short- and long-term planning strategies, learn all you need to know to design a plyometric training program in this self-paced course led by veteran instructor and founder of USTFCCCA’s Track & Field Academy, Boo Schexnayder.

LEARN TO CREATE A SAFE AND EFFECTIVE PLYOMETRIC TRAINING PROGRAM

In this comprehensive self-paced course, Boo Schexnayder provides a how-to guide for designing, performing, and administering plyometric training.

From the fundamental principles of plyometric exercises and their role in enhancing explosive power, to the short and long-term planning strategies that include microcycles and goal setting, learn all you need to know to begin planning and implementing plyometric safely.

Schexnayder takes you through a lesson plan featuring 10 key components that will help you consistently and effectively develop power, train fitness, construct workouts, develop training plans, beat and teach the technical components of each valuable exercise.

This course features archived video content that can now only be found here in this course, while the study notes and knowledge retention checks are new materials that are unique to this course.

COURSE LAYOUT

01. MULTIJUMP BASICS

Introduces the fundamental principles of multijump exercises, emphasizing their role in enhancing explosive power, coordination, and strength through progressive drills and proper form​.

• VIDEO: Multijump Basics
• STUDY NOTES: Multijump Basics
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Multijump Basics

02. LOWER LEG CONDITIONING

Focuses on exercises to strengthen the lower leg, improve endurance, and enhance injury resilience, with techniques tailored to develop stability and mobility​.

• VIDEO: Lower Leg Conditioning
• STUDY NOTES: Lower Leg Conditioning
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Lower Leg Conditioning

03. IN-PLACE JUMPS

Explores stationary jump drills designed to develop power, control, and vertical explosiveness, with emphasis on technique and volume regulation​.

• VIDEO: In-Place Jumps
• STUDY NOTES: In-Place Jumps
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: In-Place Jumps

04. SHORT HORIZONTAL BOUNDS

Details bounding drills aimed at improving horizontal force production and coordination, targeting short and precise ground contacts.

• VIDEO: Short Horizontal Bounds
• STUDY NOTES: Short Horizontal Bounds
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Short Horizontal Bounds

05. VERTICAL BOUNDS

Covers bounding exercises emphasizing vertical displacement and power, with strategies to optimize energy transfer and landing mechanics​.

• VIDEO: Vertical Bounds
• STUDY NOTES: Vertical Bounds
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Vertical Bounds

06. HURDLE HOPS

Discusses hopping drills using hurdles to build reactive strength, rhythm, and explosive capabilities, focusing on controlled, efficient movements​.

• VIDEO: Hurdle Hops
• STUDY NOTES: Hurdle Hops
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Hurdle Hops

07. EXTENDED BOUNDS

Highlights extended bounding techniques for developing sustained power, coordination, and rhythm over longer distances.

• VIDEO: Extended Bounds
• STUDY NOTES: Extended Bounds
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Extended Bounds

08. BOX AND DEPTH JUMPS

Examines the use of box and depth jumps to enhance explosive strength, reactive ability, and efficient force application through controlled plyometric movements

• VIDEO: Box and Depth Jumps
• STUDY NOTES: Box and Depth Jumps
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Box and Depth Jumps

09. SHORT-TERM PLANNING

Focuses on creating adaptable, detailed plans for immediate athletic development, emphasizing specific goals, microcycles, and precise adjustments to address short-term needs​

• VIDEO: Short-Term Planning
• STUDY NOTES: Short-Term Planning
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Short-Term Planning

10. LONG-TERM PLANNING

Explores strategies for sustained athletic growth through macrocycles, goal-setting, and progressive development, ensuring alignment with overarching objectives over extended periods​.

• VIDEO: Long-Term Planning
• STUDY NOTES: Long-Term Planning
• KNOWLEDGE RETENTION CHECK: Long-Term Planning

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