Plyo Boxes: 5 Fast Facts

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Fact #1. Once you realize that plyometrics involves jumping on a box, you may be tempted to just use items around the house. This is a bad idea for a few reasons. First, plyo boxes are built for this, so you can trust them with your weight. If the box does break, however, at least you won't have ruined something valuable, like antique furniture. Additionally, most boxes are made with anti-skid rubber pads. You'll appreciate this the first time your foot slips and your face breaks your fall.
Fact #2. If you're just getting started with plyometrics, start small. A 20-inch box is plenty for most men, while women should look at a 16-inch version. Many models have adjustable heights. If you're planning on doing this for the long haul, that's likely a more economical decision than buying multiple units.
Fact #3. You'll want to go slow with the actual training. There's a technique to this, so make sure you get it down. Push off and land with both feet equally, swing your arms to help generate force, and brace your core the entire time. Never push yourself too hard, either. If you fail to clear the box, you could gash your shin, or worse.
Fact #4. To understand why plyometrics are so effective, you first need to understand how your muscles work. When you're preparing to jump, your hip muscles contract, and then their expansion powers you through your leap. The less time that elapses between this contraction and expansion, the more power you'll generate. Plyometrics force your muscles to work fast.
Fact #5. If you're healthy and coordinated enough for plyometrics, you'll likely fall in love with the results you see. And if you don't like, you're only out the cost of a box. It will still come in handy around the house for changing light bulbs and such.