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UNDERSTAND THE REACTIVE STRENGTH INDEX AND ITS USE IN ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT by Kyle O’Toole
The field of strength and conditioning is evolving as we know it. Athlete monitoring, analysis, and testing tools are changing the way we do things. At times balancing the scientific…
Mike Young's Blog
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Means & Methods of Eccentric Training [Slidedeck]
Eccentric focused strength training has become a focal point for many coaches in the past couple years. The research supporting its use for injury reduction and performance enhancement are irrefutable.…
Mike Young's Blog
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Implementing a Mechanical Model for Plyometric Progressions [Slidedeck]
In 2017 (and to be honest 2016 too) I was pretty absent with my blogging. My plate was full and didn’t have much time to write. But now that 2018,…
Greg Gustin's Blog

Reactive Strength as a Performance Measure
Reactive strength may be one of the most powerful indicators of athleticism, as it represents the ability to effectively make use the stretch shortening cycle (SSC). It is an expression…