Here's a very
general overview of the strength speed continuum. Basically you have exercises
ranging from absolute strength to absolute speed which are all used in order to
improve power output (force x velocity) and athletic performance. Improving
either side of the power equation will increase the outcome of power It
can be broken down like this...
Absolute Strength:
Squats, Deadlifts, Pressing, Rows, Chins etc. Any exercise that uses heavy loads.
Strength Speed:
Olympic Lifts. Exercises that require high velocity but are still lifted at high percentages of 1 rep max. Can also throw in dynamic day lifts as per Westside method.
Speed Strength:
Loaded jump squats, loaded broad jumps, medicine ball throws etc.
Absolute Speed:
Bodyweight jumps, sprints, bounding etc.
This is a very general overview and can be applied to pretty much any sport. My next post will have a strength speed continuum specifically for improving short sprint speed via horizontal force and power.
Squats, Deadlifts, Pressing, Rows, Chins etc. Any exercise that uses heavy loads.
Strength Speed:
Olympic Lifts. Exercises that require high velocity but are still lifted at high percentages of 1 rep max. Can also throw in dynamic day lifts as per Westside method.
Speed Strength:
Loaded jump squats, loaded broad jumps, medicine ball throws etc.
Absolute Speed:
Bodyweight jumps, sprints, bounding etc.
This is a very general overview and can be applied to pretty much any sport. My next post will have a strength speed continuum specifically for improving short sprint speed via horizontal force and power.
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