FOUNDATIONS OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE

Power = Velocity

  • FxD÷T – (Force x Distance ÷ Time)

  • Time is the most important component and the distinguishing factor from all other foundations listed

  • How FAST can you apply your strength

Acceleration

  • Acceleration is not top end speed – it’s how fast you can get to top end speed

  • Most sport movement is about acceleration into deceleration back into acceleration

Speed

  • Top end speed (max mph and distance at which it can be held)

  • Acceleration is the key, BUT if you accelerate into being slow it does you no good

Strength

  • FxD – (Force x Distance) – no time component necessary for success

  • Strength is the foundation for all other attributes are built on

Flexibility – (2-part component)

1. Essential for proper Technique and Range of Motion

  • Stiff lower body (hips, knees, and ankles) and stiff upper body (T-spine, shoulder girdle, elbow and wrist) will hinder technique and movement efficiency

  • Stiff spinal movement will hinder the ability to bend and twist and will affect technique and movement efficiency

    2. Essential for Injury Management, “Prevention” and Range of Motion

  • Lessens possibility for soft tissue, joint ligament and tendon injuries through proper joint function through full range of motion

  • Low back, lower extremities, and shoulders are most prone to injury with inefficient flexibility

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