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Strength and Performance Coaches are constantly searching for methods to help enhance the performance of their athletes.  A popular strategy is to utilize the principle of Post-Activation Potentiation, or using strength training exercises to enhance subsequent explosive athletic performance.  This presentation discusses the scientific and theoretical basis for PAP, as well as practical applications for how to individualize and implement protocols to maximize the performance of your athletes.  

Syllabus

Part I: Introduction To Post Activation Potentiation

  • 1.1 Overview and Welcome
  • 1.2 Introduction

Part 2: The Science of PAP

  • 2.1 Physiological Mechanisms of Potentiation
  • 2.2 Potentiation and the Research: Does it work?
  • 2.3 Isometrics for Potentiation: They Work!
  • 2.4 Isometrics for Potentiation: They DON'T Work!
  • 2.5 Isometrics for Potentiation: Why the Inconsistency?
  • 2.6 Principles for Individualization of Potentiation
  • 2.7 Reframing the Concept of Power Training
  • 2.8 Dynamic Effort for Potentiation
  • 2.9 Plyometrics for Potentiation

Part 3: Practical Applications of PAP

  • 3.1 Practical Applications of Potentiation
  • 3.2 Further Questions
  • 3.3 Testing Protocols
  • 3.4 Conclusion and Thank You

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