Once the basics no longer cut it, there are many advanced techniques that can be implemented to take strength, power, and muscle mass to the next level. One well-known technique is complex ... Continue Reading
PAP for Improved Sprint Performance: No Barbell Required
Athletes use post-activation potentiation (PAP) to enhance performance by performing a brief, intense exercise just before the activity they want to improve. PAP has been a popular topic in the scientific ... Continue Reading
Post-Activation Potentiation Doesn’t Always Work
Post-activation potentiation (PAP) is one method athletes and coaches sometimes use to improve performance. PAP is when an athlete uses an intense exercise prior to an actual performance to boost their ... Continue Reading
Back Squats Just Prior Improve Vertical Jump Performance
You’ve read a lot about post-activation potentiation (PAP) on Breaking Muscle lately. PAP goes like this: lift something heavy, rest a little, perform above expectations on a light-weight activity. It’s ... Continue Reading
