Eamonn Flanagan: Key Principles Behind Effective Plyometric and Jump Training

Eamonn Flanagan is the Head of S&C at the Sport Ireland Institute. In this episode, Eamonn shares deep insights from a career that spans elite Olympic (including track & field), Paralympic, and professional rugby environments. He is very well known for his work on jump or plyometric training with peer-reviewed research, online courses and much more on this form of training. 

We unpack a range of topics including:
-Eamonn's career journey and some key perspective shifts along the way
-Varying physical preparation based on sporting demands
-Coaching and progressing plyometric training
-Technique and adaptations during intense plyometrics like drop jumps and horizontal bounding
-Key considerations when using Post-Activation Potentiation (PAP)

Eamonn also discusses collaboration with sport coaches, the importance of shared language, and how to align physical training with sport-specific goals. Whether you’re an track and field coach, S&C, or an athlete, this conversation is a masterclass in practical wisdom and nuanced coaching from someone with a large amount practical and academic experience.

Find Eammon:
-X: https://x.com/EamonnFlanagan
-Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Eamon...

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