You can think of data points as dots in an Impressionist painting. The more you provide, the better the overall picture. Adding propulsion numbers to VBT is one way of improving this painting.
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How Coaching Science Can Set a 50m Freestyle World Record
Modeling a method of setting a new world record in the 50m freestyle can transfer over to other sports. The actual modeling involves terminology, chronology, constraints, and variables. With those in place, coaches can focus on the “3 E’s”: effectiveness, efficiency, and execution.
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Lessons from Genius Sprint Coach Pierre-Jean Vazel
Crossing paths with sprint coach Pierre-Jean Vazel eight years ago resulted in a wealth of invaluable information that remains relevant today. It includes stride development, how to develop close relationships with athletes, and the necessity of careful record-keeping. P-J’s work with African 100m recordholder Olusoji Fasuba provides clear evidence of the success of his approach.
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Testosterone, Testing, and Training: Freelap Dishes with Marco Cardinale
The progress and success of your athletes depend on a number of factors. Testing, testosterone levels, and sleep patterns are some of them. Noted sports physiologist Marco Cardinale provides information and insights you can incorporate into your program.
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How to Test and Train Speed without Pulling Muscles
Training and testing speed can be a game-changer. The key to doing that while avoiding injury is minimum resistance sprinting. More and more coaches are discovering its benefits.
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How to Use Barbell Trajectory Analysis to Improve Performance
The current practice of using barbell speed measurements in the weight room is at a critical mass. Several pioneers in applied sport science and the coaching profession have moved the needle significantly, for both elite athletes and gym rats, with practical research and cutting-edge methodology. While Velocity Based Training (VBT) is a major factor in training the primary lifts, it’s the tip of the iceberg with what can be done by using comprehensive barbell analysis.
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