The importance of plyometrics cannot be more emphasized because it bridges the gap between strength and speed. Plyometrics refers to exercises that enables a muscle to reach maximum force in the shortest possible time. (Can you say, "ground contact time"?) The muscle is loaded with an eccentric … [Read more...] about Plyometrics 101
Don Chu
Meeting of the Minds – Vancouver BC May 18-19, 2013
Four years ago, Derek Hansen and I hosted Dr. Don Chu at the 2009 BC Recovery and Regeneration Seminar. If you missed it, I put up the entire 2 hour lecture (free of charge) on my other site at StrengthPowerSpeed.com Needless to say, I am proud to announce we have Dr. Chu back in … [Read more...] about Meeting of the Minds – Vancouver BC May 18-19, 2013
Don Chu on Recovery and Regeneration [VIDEO]
In 2009, Don Chu was invited to speak at the BC Recovery and Regeneration Seminar at SFU. Don Chu received his Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1974. His degree in Physical Therapy is also from Stanford. He has a Masters in Kinesiology & Physical Education from Cal State (CSU), Hayward. He is … [Read more...] about Don Chu on Recovery and Regeneration [VIDEO]
How to Improve Acceleration (Part 5)
This is part 5 of a multi-part series. Part 1, which discussed hip mechanics, can be found here. Part 2 discussed several types of Resistance Running. Part 3 and 4 discusses The Role of Strength and Power Training in Part 3 and examples in Part 4, both written by Jim Hiserman. I … [Read more...] about How to Improve Acceleration (Part 5)
