Squat Jump
The squat jump is a simple, practical and very reliable measure of lower-body power, and is used widely by coaches and sports scientists.
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Coaching Cues
Every coach uses coaching cues, and different cues can have a big impact, but very few coaches give them a second thought.
GPS (Wearables): Part 2 – Metrics and Application
GPS devices are often used to measure the workload of athletes. In this article, we explain what you need to measure and why.
GPS (Wearables): Part 1 – Technology, Validity, and Reliability
The use of GPS devices in sport has become increasingly popular in recent years, but is the technology accurate?
Dynamic Strength Index
The dynamic strength index can show if an athlete requires maximal strength training, ballistic strength training, or concurrent training.
Plyometric Training
Plyometrics are often used to bridge the gap between strength and speed, and are a potent training method for enhancing athletic performance.
Cold Water Immersion
Cold water immersion therapy is becoming an increasingly popular recovery protocol, but there is still many unknowns with its use.
Reactive Strength Index
The reactive strength index measures the reactive jump capacity of athletes, and how they cope with the stress from plyometric exercises.
Countermovement Jump (CMJ)
The countermovement jump (CMJ) is a simple, practical, valid, and very reliable measure of lower-body power.
Elastic-Resistance Training
Training programmes using elastic bands have been shown to improve maximal strength and power after seven weeks.
1RM (one-repetition maximum) Testing
The 1RM test is often considered as the ‘gold standard’ for assessing the strength capacity of individuals in non-laboratory environments.
Warm-Ups
A well-planned warm-up can prepare athletes physically and mentally but also reduce the likelihood of injury and improve performance.
Compression Garments
Compression garments remain a recommended tool for promoting recovery and therefore influencing subsequent performance.
Olympic Weightlifting
Olympic Weightlifting is a common component in strength and conditioning programmes and has been shown to enhance athletic performance.
Foam Rolling
Foam rolling is a simple self-manual therapy technique often used to improve flexibility, recovery, and athletic performance.
