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A Proven Method for Building Full-Body Power (Plus a 6-Week Plan)

The fitness world is in a constant state of flux. It’s like a kid trying to balance a see-saw on his or her own, running from one end to the other. This flux is created by a response to trends we see, and ... Continue Reading

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How to Increase Power Output With Better Programming

Powerful Facts About Peak Power Training Peak power outputs are correlated with increased jump height, running speed, and enhanced weightlifting outcomes Increased power outputs can enhance all ... Continue Reading

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How to Own the Transverse Plane With the Tall Kneeling Press

Power lives in the transverse plane. If you want to unleash that power you need to control it first. Golfing expert Lance Gill says, “If you don’t own the transverse plane, you are playing for second ... Continue Reading

Power Production and Endurance Put to the Test

The ability to exert power repeatedly is important for most sports. In a recent study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, investigators examined exactly what happens to power output when ... Continue Reading

StrongFirst Versus CrossFit: The Dilemma of Power Optimization

In the first article of this series, we discussed how the old-time strongmen viewed the dilemma of power optimization versus power efficiency. That is, whether to put an all-out effort into each rep or to ... Continue Reading

More Reps and Less Weight: A Better Approach for Older Adults?

As a trainer and someone who is aging just like the rest of you, understanding the dynamics of strength training as we age is important to my own daily life. However, the older a person gets, the less it ... Continue Reading

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Passive Leg Press: New Device Increases Muscle Power

A new research study investigated the effects of 10 weeks of passive leg press training on jumping performance, speed, and muscle power. Passive leg press training (PLP) was developed based on the concepts ... Continue Reading

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