Strength and Plyometrics

I’m reading more and more that doctors are now recommending plyometrics for bone health. Previously, jumping was considered bad for the knees. I started adding plyometrics to my workout in my late 40s. Ever since, I’m less sore after playing tennis and more explosive. I have learned to keep an open mind when it comes to my fitness. Try new things and decide for yourself it a type of workout is for you.

I use a 10 lbs. medicine ball in the video, but you can also use a dumbbell. Each move is 30s active—no breaks in between moves. I put a 30s break after each block.

The Sequence

Block 1 (2x)

1. jump rope (you don’t need a jump rope, just the motion)

2. MB Twist and pivot

3. MB lateral lunge side a

4. MB lateral lunge side b

5. MB 3 hops and press

6. MB swing

Block 2 (2x)

1. MB one leg press to airplane lift side a

2. MB one leg press to airplane lift side b

3. MB press jacks

4. MB one leg arc press side a

5. MB one leg arc press side b

6. 3 hops and high knees