Maximizing Athletic Performance: The Benefits of Velocity-Based Training
Velocity-based training (VBT) is a modern approach to strength and power training that uses velocity-tracking technology to measure the speed of an exercise. This method of training provides athletes with visual or verbal feedback on their performance, allowing them to improve their motivation and competitive edge.
VBT can be used as an objective way to evaluate the intensity of a given movement, and there are several options available for strength trainers. It also helps reduce neuromuscular fatigue while maximizing performance. Additionally, it minimizes the fatigue effect of the strength training stimulus.
For those new to VBT, there are some tips that can help get you started. Firstly, it’s important to remember that VBT is about more than just speed – it’s about measuring effort with the metric of speed or velocity. Secondly, be sure to use the appropriate weight for each set in order to get accurate readings from your VBT device. Finally, make sure you take into account any fatigue effects when programming your sets and reps.
If you're an aspiring athlete or a coach looking to up your game, give velocity-based training a try and see how it can improve your performance on and off the field.
Remember to invest in the right equipment, research the best brands, and work with a qualified coach to ensure you're getting the most out of your training.
Overall, velocity-based training is a great tool for athletes looking to gain an edge in their performance and increase their motivation levels. With the right guidance and practice, VBT can help athletes reach their goals faster and more efficiently!
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Darren was born and raised in Pocatello and graduated from Highland High School in 2010. While attending Utah State he was the facilitator/founder of the USU Strength and Conditioning program that served over 150 students and athletes each semester. During this time he also competed nationally in Olympic Weightlifting and has since been named a National Coach for the United States Of America Weightlifting Association.
After receiving his degree in Exercise Science he spent a year in Salt Lake City learning from the S&C coaches at the University of Utah while growing his online coaching platform that currently houses athletes from all over the world.
Darren took his first opportunity to move back to Pocatello to open up a physical location for HansenAthletics with a focus on providing an individualized coaching experience that takes a performance-based approach to develop proper movement patterns, strength, and pain-free movement that has a direct carry over to life and sport. Through nearly a decade of coaching, he has worked with a wide array of clients and has experience with all ages and ability levels.
BS Exercise Science, CSCS, USAW National Coach, CrossFit L1, FreeMotion, Power Athlete Methodology, Power Athlete Block 1
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