Objective: The purpose of this paper is to explore the impact of plyometric training on sprint, and to
provide theoretical reference for plyometric training practice.Method: With CNKI, web of science and PubMed as
the literature sources, the retrieval date is from January 1, 2000 to September 1, 2020, to search for the randomized
controlled experiment about the influence of plyometric training on sprinter performance. The PEDro scale was used
to evaluate the quality of the literature, and Comprehensive Meta-Analysis CMA3.0 software was used for metaanalysis.
Result: Plyometric training can significantly improve the sprint performance of athletes(ES=-0.803,95%CI
[-0.98,-0.626], P<0.001)Through the subgroup analysis of sprint performance, the plyometric training program
of long-term (>8 weeks), sessions (>16 sessions) and 3 times / week is significantly better than other sports programs;
meanwhile, the source country of literature and gender may be the source of heterogeneity. Conclusion: Plyometric
training is an effective method to improve athletes’ linear speed. Its practice should follow the principle of specificity
and select training methods for special projects.