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Effects of Plyometric Training on Lower Body Muscle Architecture, Tendon Structure, Stiffness and Physical Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

María Ramírez-delaCruzAlfredo Bravo-SánchezPaula Esteban-GarcíaJosé-Fernando Jiménez-DíazJavier Abián-Vicén
Published in: Sports medicine - open (2022)
PT increased the thickness, pennation angle and fascicle length of the evaluated muscles. In addition, plyometrics is an effective tool for increasing tendon stiffness and improving jump and strength performance of the lower body.
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