Developing Powerful Athletes, Part 1: Mechanical Underpinnings

Anthony N. Turner, Paul Comfort, John McMahon, Chris Bishop, Shyam Chavda, Paul Read, Peter Mundy, Jason Lake

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    Abstract

    This review will revisit practitioner understanding of the development of power, before outlining some of the key mechanical parameters that contribute to power development. This understanding will help with planning and periodization of strength and power training, which is explored in part 2 of this 2-part review. This review (part 1) discusses the force-time and force-velocity curve and addresses recent criticism in using terms such as power, rate of force development, and explosiveness, over impulse. These terms are distinguished mechanically and conceptually for the benefit of the scientist and coach, and are essential for effective sharing of data and practice., (C) 2020 by the National Strength & Conditioning Association
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)30-39
    Number of pages10
    JournalStrength and Conditioning Journal
    Volume42
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Jun 2020

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    © 2020 Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. All rights reserved.

    Keywords

    • Force
    • Impulse
    • Momentum
    • Speed
    • Strength
    • Work

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
    • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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