plyometrics
noun
plyo·met·rics
ˌplī-ə-ˈme-triks 
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: exercise involving repeated rapid stretching and contracting of muscles (as by jumping and rebounding) to increase muscle power
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Creatine is most effective when used in conjunction with bodybuilding, strength training, HIIT, and other explosive movements like plyometrics and sprinting (running and cycling).
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Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Oct. 2022
Strength workouts focus on plyometrics—exercises in which the muscles exert a lot of force in short intervals.
—Jen Murphy, WSJ, 17 Dec. 2022
The unconventional design is meant to be versatile enough to use in cardio workouts (as an aerobic step or for plyometrics), as well as for strength workouts.
—Mike Richard, Men's Health, 17 Nov. 2022
In addition to their other performance benefits, plyometrics also help improve flexibility and the body's ability to react to impact.
—Amanda MacMillan, Outside Online, 27 May 2015
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Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Oct. 2022
Strength workouts focus on plyometrics—exercises in which the muscles exert a lot of force in short intervals.
—Jen Murphy, WSJ, 17 Dec. 2022
The unconventional design is meant to be versatile enough to use in cardio workouts (as an aerobic step or for plyometrics), as well as for strength workouts.
—Mike Richard, Men's Health, 17 Nov. 2022
In addition to their other performance benefits, plyometrics also help improve flexibility and the body's ability to react to impact.
—Amanda MacMillan, Outside Online, 27 May 2015
See All Example Sentences for plyometrics
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“Plyometrics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plyometrics. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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