The Deadlift is not an Isometric Exercise
A popular lab assessment for weightlifters is the isometric mid-thigh pull. Some authors have suggested that a mid-shin (i.e. bar on the floor) might be a good way to assess force production...
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Powerlifting: Adaptations are sport specific
Powerlifting is a sport characterized by lifting as much weight as one can, for a single repetition, in the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Because it is a maximal strength sport, training...
Time is not a Strength and Power Athlete’s Friend
Like other exercise students, I had a lot of education about the impact of age on the body - especially chronic disease, the bones, and strength/muscle mass. A question that always comes...
Athletes Need To Deadlift
The deadlift is a popular exercise in strength and conditioning. It is a total body exercise that involves exerting force against the ground while the athlete stands up with heavy weights in...
Training Volume vs. Frequency: It’s Important To Read The Study
It’s important to read studies if you want to get an idea of their value. It’s important to read the entire study and not just stop at the abstract, because sometimes the...