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Training deceleration in and out of the weightroom

Training deceleration in and out of the weightroom

What are the physical qualities that underpin better deceleration performances amongst your athletes? In the context of our approach, the foundation lies in various capacities. I'm essentially drawing upon insights from experts and aiming to integrate their knowledge into our program cohesively. The core focus revolves around eccentric peak force, a pivotal factor. It's comparable to the foundation of strength: fundamental to most movements. It aligns with Al Vermeil's hierarchy of athletic qualities, representing the base, especially with regards to deceleration. Beyond this, we delve into ec...

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