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Muscle Activation in Hip Thrust Variations
March 4, 2019
This infographic looks at the percentages of optimal muscle activation in variations of the hip thrust.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Hip Thrust Muscle Activation Hip Flexion Hip Extension infographics
Activation of Gluteus Maximus during Performance of the Back Squat, Split Squat, and Barbell Hip Thrust, and the Relationship with Maximal Sprinting
August 27, 2021
This infographic describes the type of muscle activation three exercises elicited and their relationship to maximal sprinting performance.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Infographics Back Squat Split Squat Barbell Hip Thrust Maximal Sprinting EMG
Muscle Activation in Hip-Extensor Exercises
May 1, 2017
This study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research compared the muscle activation level of the gluteus maximus, biceps femoris, and erector spinae in the hip thrust, barbell deadlift, and hex bar deadlift; each of which are compound resisted hip-extension exercises.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Program design hip thrust barbell deadlift hex bar deadlift hip-extension exercises infographics
Squat Loading Position Considerations Based on Clients’ Needs
June 28, 2024
This article will analyze and compare squats with different loading positions to draw out practical applications for the personal trainer.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Squat Gluteal Activation Quadriceps Safety Bar Smith Machine
Concurrent Activation Potentiation – Inconsequential Event or Viable Ergogenic Strategy
January 18, 2020
This article aims to discuss concurrent activation potentiation (CAP) and the proposed mechanisms underlying it, summarize the available research examining the phenomenon, and provide strategies for its implementation.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Potentiation Maximal Muscular Effort Weightlifting Concurrent Activation Potentiation
Do Front Squats and Goblet Squats Provide Enough Training Stimulus for the Abdominals?
February 23, 2024
This article demonstrates the benefits and limitations of the front squat and goblet squat in training for the abdominals.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design Front Squat Abdominals Goblet Squats Deadlift Activation
The Application of Post-activation Potentiation Methods to Improve Sprint Speed
December 3, 2018
The use of conditioning activities at maximal and sub-maximal intensities can increase subsequent sprint speed. This infographic describes how individuals’ responses can differ and suggestions to optimize post-activation potentiation (PAP) methods.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Program design Sprinting Performance Sprint Speed Sprint post-activation potentiation PAP infographics
Anatomical Core – Neural Integration
June 1, 2017
Isolated muscle training methods do not necessarily transfer to better sports performance, because technique as well as strength contributes to successful performance. Resistance training for dynamic sports must involve ground-based movements that incorporate the coordinated stabilizing and dynamic functions of multiple muscles.
Coaches Exercise Science core training kinetic select nervous system strength and conditioning
Dynamic Warm-Up for Strength and Power Workouts
October 21, 2019
Bobby Smith, Owner and Director of Sports Performance at Reach Your Potential Training (RYPT), explains his systematic approach to writing a warm-up by implementing mobility, stability, activation, and injury prevention in this session from the NSCA’s 2018 National Conference.
Coaches Program design Hip Mobility Hamstring Lengthening CNS Prep Glute Activation Shoulder Mobility Injury Reduction
Barefoot Training
July 28, 2014
Join Loren Landow as he talks about barefoot training during the NSCA's 2014 National Conference. Drawing on his personal experience with fascial injury, Landow demonstrates mobility and activation exercises designed to help build ankle and foot strength.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Barefoot Training Foot Strength Ankle Strength Fascial Injury
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