Plyometric vs. Isometric Training Influences on Tendon Properties and Muscle Output

• Published in: Journal of strength and conditioning research Vol. 21; no. 3; pp. 986 - 989
• Main Authors: Burgess, Katherine E., Connick, Mark J., Graham-Smith, Philip, Pearson, Stephen J.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Ovid Technologies 01.08.2007
• Subjects: Adult; Analysis of Variance; Elasticity; Humans; Leg - physiology; Male; Movement - physiology; Muscle Contraction - physiology; Muscle Strength - physiology; Muscle, Skeletal - physiology; Muscular system; Physical Education and Training - methods; Sports training; Studies; Tendons; Tendons - physiology; Testing

The purpose of this study was to concurrently determine the effect that plyometric and isometric training has on tendon stiffness (K) and muscle output characteristics to compare any subsequent changes. Thirteen men trained the lower limbs either plyometrically or isometrically 2-3 times a week for...