Introduction Velocity based training (VBT) is a modern approach to strength training and power training which utilises velocity tracking technology to provide rich objective data as a means to motivate and support real-time adjustments in an athlete’s training plan. Typical strength and power programming and periodisation plans rely on the manipulation of reps, sets and… Read More
Introduction Ballistic training, also known as compensatory acceleration training, uses exercises which accelerate a force through the entire range of motion. It is a form of power training which can involve throwing weights, jumping with weights, or swinging weights in order to increase explosive power. The intention in ballistic exercises is to maximise the acceleration… Read More
Introduction Jack Tupper Daniels (26 April 1933 to present) is an American exercise physiologist, running coach and a coach of Olympic athletes. On 21 March 2013, he was named the head coach of the Wells College men’s and women’s cross country programmes. He received his doctoral degree in exercise physiology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.… Read More
Introduction Motor imagery is a mental process by which an individual rehearses or simulates a given action. It is widely used in sport training as mental practice of action, neurological rehabilitation, and has also been employed as a research paradigm in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive psychology to investigate the content and the structure of covert… Read More
Introduction Training for CrossFit is a (fairly) new fashionable sports trend (since 1996), which involves the largest possible number of exercises for strength, coordination, and endurance. Of course, a good CrossFit coach will not directly load you the same as CrossFit athletes, but you must prepare seriously when choosing this form of training. Nowadays CrossFit… Read More
Research Paper Title Review of High-Intensity Interval Training for Cognitive and Mental Health in Youth. Background High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has emerged as a time-efficient strategy to improve children’s and adolescents’ health-related fitness in comparison to traditional training methods. However, little is known regarding the effects on cognitive function and mental health. Therefore, the aim… Read More
Calisthenics vs weight lifting, which is better? Well, it all depends on your goals. Calisthenics refers to the practice of working out by using your own body weight, while weight lifting requires that you use an external weight(s). Most people assume that weight lifting is the only way to gain size and strength, or that… Read More
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