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Optimal Force-Velocity Profile for Sprinting: Is it all bollocks? – Part 2

In the previous part, I introduced two models to map out the velocity-time relationship in short sprints, while in this article, I will focus on the characteristics of the mono-exponential model.

Mladen Jovanović October 27, 2022

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Optimal Force-Velocity Profile for Sprinting: Is It All Bollocks? – Part 1

In this article series I will provide my opinion regarding the use of Force-Velocity Profile (FVP) optimization for short sprints (i.e., the sprints where there is no deceleration).

Mladen Jovanović October 21, 2022

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Always Stay Critical – Review 10

This is another excellent rant by Dan on how to decipher research better. In the following article and video, he will show you some disclaimers about the data from one of his Ph.D. studies.

Daniel Kadlec May 23, 2022

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Review 9 – How to Better Decipher Research

In this episode, we will look at a cross-sectional within-subject study looking at biomechanical differences between the BSS and BS. Or, in more general terms, single-leg vs. double-leg exercises.

Daniel Kadlec March 23, 2022

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Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning – Part 6

{STMr} package is created to help sports scientists and strength coaches estimate strength profiles, create and visualize (percent-based) progression tables, and set and rep schemes.

Mladen Jovanović March 15, 2022

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Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning – Part 5

This article explains how you can avoid direct 1RM testing and doing reps to failure by using a novel approach. Don't miss out on reading the fifth part of the Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning article seri…

Mladen Jovanović February 23, 2022

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Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning – Part 4

In the previous part, we used a set of Epley’s equations to estimate both group and individual reps-max profiles, as well as to create progression tables. One characteristic of Epley’s equation is that 100% 1RM is ac…

Mladen Jovanović February 7, 2022

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Review 8 – Movement Assessment

In this episode, Daniel reviews Petushek et al. (2021) and the value of assessing movement quality to determine its relationship with injury risk.

Daniel Kadlec January 30, 2022

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Review 7 – Muscle & Tendon

In this episode, Daniel reviews the relative contribution of muscle and tendon work in vertical jump tasks between good and poor performers by McBride (2021) and how this should impact our training foci.

Daniel Kadlec November 11, 2021

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Review 6 – Availability

In this episode, Daniel reviews the importance of training availability on competition outcome by Raysmith et al. (2016) and highlights how we undervalue absence of injury and illness.

Daniel Kadlec October 6, 2021

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Tag: Theory

Optimal Force-Velocity Profile for Sprinting: Is it all bollocks? – Part 2

Optimal Force-Velocity Profile for Sprinting: Is It All Bollocks? – Part 1

Always Stay Critical – Review 10

Review 9 – How to Better Decipher Research

Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning – Part 6

Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning – Part 5

Load-Exertion Tables And Their Use For Planning – Part 4

Review 8 – Movement Assessment

Review 7 – Muscle & Tendon

Review 6 – Availability

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