plyometrics
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plyometrics (ˌplaɪəʊˈmɛtrɪks) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —pl n | |
| (functioning as singular) a system of exercise in which the muscles are repeatedly stretched and suddenly contracted | |
| [C20: from Greek plio more + | |
| plyo'metric | |
| —adj | |
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| Main Entry: | plyometrics |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | a type of exercise using explosive movements to develop muscular power, esp. bounding, hopping, and jumping |
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