peak force

Mid-Thigh pull variables relate with performance metrics in collegiate basketball players

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Some of the top minds in the field of strength and conditioning believe that the key to athletic performance comes down to how much force an athlete can put into the ground and how quickly that force can be applied. While this may be an oversimplification, one cannot argue that peak force and rate of …

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Predicting performance with the isometric mid-thigh pull

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There are pros and cons to performing frequent performance testing in athletes throughout the competitive season. Pros: Coaches can determine if strength and power are increasing, decreasing or staying the same. This can inform coaches of the effectiveness of their program and help drive in-season program design. Furthermore, it can lead to further investigation by …

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