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The 8 CMJ Force-Time Curves
Vertical ground reaction force (GRF) profiles from countermovement jumps (CMJs) provide insights into the athlete's jump strategy. Beyond
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Fast Down, Brake Hard: How Accelerated Eccentric Cues Effect Jump Performance
Coaches often use verbal cues to drive movement changes, but more exploration is needed to understand how these cues impact
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Straight Bar Deadlift: Optimal Loading for Force Production
In most sports, athletes don’t just need strength, they need force fast. That’s where Peak Force (PF) and
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Is there a more efficient countermovement jump profile?
Vertical jump testing is everywhere in athlete monitoring. Coaches often examine jump height, but they often overlook how the athlete
Testing
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Jump Biomechanical Inefficiencies After ACL Reconstruction
Athletes often struggle to regain full function after ACL reconstruction (ACLR), even when strength returns. Traditional strength tests may overlook
Training
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Mechanisms of Low-Load, Fatigue-Induced Hypertrophy
Traditional strength training guidelines recommend loads ≥70% of 1RM to maximize hypertrophy. However, low-load resistance exercise training (RET) to failure
A Coach's Guide to Training Horizontal Deceleration
In multidirectional sports, speed matters. But the ability to stop on a dime might matter even more. Whether they'
Training
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Muscle vs. Tendon: Different Adaptations to Mechano-Metabolic Stimuli
Coaches often design programs that focus on muscle, but forget the tendon. Tendons adapt slower and differently than muscles, which
The Coach's Guide to Managing Patellar Tendinopathy
This free guide is built for strength coaches, physical therapists, and athletic trainers who want a clear, evidence-based approach to
The Coach's Guide to Managing Patellar Tendinopathy
Patellar tendinopathy, commonly known as Jumper’s Knee, is one of the most stubborn injuries in sport. It affects athletes
Tendon Healing Stages and Training Considerations
Tendon injuries are frustrating. They take time, don’t always follow a clear path, and often linger longer than expected.
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Training and Rehab: Measuring Outcomes, Not Effects
It’s tempting to believe that when a patient or athlete improves after we’ve worked with them, we caused