Classic Article: Elastic Energy
The concept of elastic energy is something that is a foundation behind athletic performance. It is important for throwing, kicking, jumping, running, etc. The idea behind elastic energy hinges on the fact...
strength and conditioning
Hamstring Strain Injuries: Dispelling Myths and Food for Thought
The journal Sports Medicine has a review in the March issue on hamstring strain injuries (HSI’s). Beginning with the premise that despite our knowledge of injuries and strength/conditioning, HSI’s are not declining. ...
Exercise Order Impacts Performance
Over the years I have found the journal Sports Medicine to be a good source of information. This journal publishes reviews on significant topics. The current issue has a review on exercise...
Bench Press and Improved Power Output
The February issue of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research has an interesting study looking at postactivation potentiation (PAP) and the bench press. The authors studied 11 individuals who were healthy...
The Relationship Between Strength and Sprinting
The contribution of strength to sprinting (both acceleration and maximum velocity) is difficult to pin down in the literature. While it sounds logical that strength is important for speed (more strength equals...