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21 May
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Journals, Systematic review

Strength and Conditioning Research the TL;DR Version – May 2016

TL;DRChain deadlift is lighter at the bottom and heavier at the top and heavier loads lead to greater muscle activation... thanks science. The trap bar high be better for athletes as it shows...

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21 Apr
Systematic review, Uncategorized

Strength and Conditioning Research the Too Long; Didn’t read version – April 2015

TL;DRContact  jump mats are accurate for most mortals but might underestimate any freaks you train.Rugby players are bigger, significantly stronger and faster than they were 13 years agoVibration and deadlift are both good warm...

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10 Mar
Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Journals, Science

Strength and Conditioning Research the TL;DR Version – March 2015

First of all dear reader apologies for missing out on February I haven't been keeping this blog up to date as I would like. Something I plan to remedy in the immediate future.Blood pressure...

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12 Sep
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Strength and Conditioning Research the TL;DR version – September 2014

 TL;DR Eccentric strength is important for change of direction Squat and hip abduction are the best prevention for knee valgus when landing Low rest between angonist/antagonist supersets makes gains. Total body training crammed together isn't much worse than...

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11 Feb
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Strength and Conditioning Research the TL;DR (too long didn’t read) version – Feubuary 2014

 The Importance of maximal leg strength and drop jump performance15 female rugby players where tested for 1RM, Counter movment jump, Squat Jump and Drop jumps from various heights. The players where split into strong groups...

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