Who knew all that training like a kid would come in handy for your fitness? The scientific-sounding but refreshingly straightforward plyometrics, or jump training, is used by elite athletes to boost ...

In a nutshell, plyometrics are exercises that involve quick and powerful movements. Think of them as mini-jumps, bounces, or explosive pushes. The goal is to use your muscle strength quickly and ...

From box jumps to lateral bounds to burpees, plyometric exercises can be…intimidating. It makes sense then if you think they’re only for a certain type of exerciser–for example, the ex-college athlete ...