Total Soccer Conditioning Vol. 1

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Figure 1.10 Using the Vertical Jump Test to Assess Power


Assessment: Performance on the vertical jump test is indicative of explosive power and athletes with
unsatisfactory scores, less than 12 inches (30 cm) for men and 8 inches (20 cm) for women, should
concentrate on improving this aspect of soccer performance by including appropriate plyometric exercises
in their program.

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