ABSTRACT Velocity-based training (VBT) is a contemporary method of resistance that enables accurate and objective prescription intensities volumes. This review provides an applied framework for the theory application VBT. Specifically, this gives detail on how to: use velocity to provide feedback, estimate strength, develop load-velocity profiles load prescription, statistics monitor velocity. Furthermore, discussion loss thresholds, different methods VBT can be implemented within...

Abstract Pérez-Castilla, A, Piepoli, Delgado-García, G, Garrido-Blanca, and García-Ramos, A. Reliability concurrent validity of seven commercially available devices for the assessment movement velocity at different intensities during bench press. J Strength Cond Res 33(5): 1258–1265, 2019—The aim this study was to compare reliability 7 measure press exercise. Fourteen men completed 2 testing sessions. One-repetition maximum (1RM) in exercise determined first session. The second session...

The purpose of the present study was (i) to explore reliability most commonly used countermovement jump (CMJ) metrics, and (ii) reduce a large pool metrics with acceptable levels via principal component analysis significant factors capable providing distinctive aspects CMJ performance. Seventy-nine physically active participants (thirty-seven females forty-two males) performed three maximal CMJs while standing on force platform. Each participant visited laboratory two occasions, separated by...

García-Ramos, A, Pestaña-Melero, FL, Pérez-Castilla, Rojas, FJ, and Haff, GG. Mean velocity vs. mean propulsive peak velocity: which variable determines bench press relative load with higher reliability? J Strength Cond Res 32(5): 1273-1279, 2018-This study aimed to compare between 3 variables (mean [MV], [MPV], [PV]): (a) the linearity of load-velocity relationship, (b) accuracy general regression equations predict (%1RM), (c) between-session reliability attained at each percentage...

This study aimed (i) to explore the relationship between vertical (jumping) and horizontal (sprinting) force-velocity-power (FVP) mechanical profiles in a large range of sports levels practice, (ii) provide database serve as reference FVP profile for all tested. A total 553 participants (333 men, 220 women) from 14 sport disciplines practice participated this study. Participants performed squat jumps (SJ) against multiple external loads (vertical) linear 30-40 m sprints (horizontal). The...

This study compared the concurrent validity and reliability of previously proposed generalized group equations for estimating bench press (BP) 1-repetition maximum (1RM) with individualized load-velocity relationship modeled a 2-point method.Thirty men (BP 1RM relative to body mass: 1.08 [0.18] kg·kg-1) performed 2 incremental loading tests in concentric-only BP exercise another eccentric-concentric assess their actual relationships. A high velocity (≈1 m·s-1) low (≈0.5 were selected from...

To compare the load-velocity relationship between 4 variants of bench-press (BP) exercise.The full 30 men was evaluated by means an incremental loading test starting at 17 kg and progressing to individual 1-repetition maximum (1RM) in BP variants: concentric-only BP, throw (BPT), eccentric-concentric BPT.A strong fairly linear mean velocity (MV) %1RM observed for (r2 > .96 pooled data r2 .98 data). The MV associated with each significantly higher technique than technique. only significant...

ABSTRACT THE FORCE-VELOCITY RELATIONSHIP IS USED TO EVALUATE MAXIMAL CAPACITIES OF ACTIVE MUSCLES PRODUCE FORCE, VELOCITY, AND POWER. LOAD-VELOCITY HAS ALSO BEEN PREDICT 1 REPETITION MAXIMUM (1RM) AND, CONSEQUENTLY, RELATIVE LOADS (%1RM). 2-POINT METHOD RECENTLY EMERGED AS A QUICK FATIGUE-FREE PROCEDURE FOR ASSESSMENT BOTH RELATIONSHIPS. THIS ARTICLE SUMMARIZES RESULTS PREVIOUS STUDIES THAT HAVE EXPLORED FEASIBILITY PROVIDES PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS ITS APPLICATION BY STRENGTH CONDITIONING...

Abstract Pérez-Castilla, A, García-Ramos, Padial, P, Morales-Artacho, AJ, and Feriche, B. Load-velocity relationship in variations of the half-squat exercise: influence execution technique. J Strength Cond Res 34(4): 1024–1031, 2020—Previous studies have revealed that velocity bar can be used to determine intensity different resistance training exercises. However, load-velocity seems exercise dependent. This study aimed compare obtained from 2 (traditional vs. ballistic) using techniques...

This study examined the reliability and validity of three methods estimating one-repetition maximum (1RM) during free-weight prone bench pull exercise. Twenty-six men (22 rowers four weightlifters) performed an incremental loading test until reaching their 1RM, followed by a set repetitions-to-failure. Eighteen participants were re-tested to conduct analysis. The 1RM was estimated through lifts-to-failure equations proposed Lombardi O'Connor, general load-velocity (L-V) relationships...

This study aimed to determine the suitability of load-velocity relationship prescribe relative load (%1RM) in women, as well compare profile between sexes and participants with different strength levels. The 14 men (1RM: 1.17 ± 0.19) women 0.66 0.13) were evaluated bench press exercise. main findings revealed that: (I) was always strong linear (R2 range: 0.987–0.993), (II) a steeper observed compared (Effect size [ES]: 1.09), showing higher velocities for light loads (ES: − 0.81 0.40...

This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of low-load high-volume (LL-HV) resistance training compared traditional high-load low-volume (HL-LV) protocols in eliciting functional and structural adaptations powerlifters. Twenty-six well-trained male powerlifters were randomly assigned LL-HV HL-LV groups participated a 12-week supervised intervention. The protocol involved an initial bench press set performed at 45–60% one-repetition maximum (1RM), with very high repetitions, while...

To quantify the magnitude of association between same variables force-velocity (FV) profile and performance (unloaded-squat-jump height 20-m sprint time) obtained during jumping sprinting testing to determine which mechanical capacity (ie, maximum force [F0], velocity [V0], or power [Pmax]) presents highest with variables.The FV 19 elite female soccer players (age 23.4 [3.8] y, 166.4 [5.6] cm, body mass 59.7 [4.7] kg) was determined tasks. The F0, V0, slope, Pmax, imbalance (difference...

This study aimed to (1) evaluate the linearity of force-velocity relationship, as well reliability maximum force (F0), velocity (V0), slope (a), and power (P0); (2) compare these parameters between traditional ballistic bench press (BP); (3) determine correlation F0 with directly measured BP 1-repetition (1RM). Thirty-two men randomly performed 2 sessions during consecutive weeks. Both mean values were recorded when loaded by 20-70% 1RM. All relationships strongly linear (r > .99). While P0...

This study aimed to explore the effect of velocity and depth countermovement on vertical jump performance shape force-time curve. Seventeen university students performed two blocks 18 jumps (CMJ) being instructed for maximum height after performing at a self-selected (SS-CMJ) or fast (F-CMJ) velocity. Each block consisted six CMJ from larger depth, shorter self-preferred depth. Mean peak values force, power, reactive strength index-modified (RSImod), height, curve (unimodal bimodal) were...

This study aimed to compare the between-session reliability of load-velocity relationship between (1) linear versus polynomial regression models, (2) concentric-only eccentric-concentric bench press variants, as well (3) within-participants between-participants variability velocity attained at each percentage 1-repetition maximum. The 30 men (age: 21.2 [3.8] y; height: 1.78 [0.07] m, body mass: 72.3 [7.3] kg; maximum: 78.8 [13.2] kg) were evaluated by means and models in variants a Smith...

This study aimed (1) to analyze the accuracy of mean propulsive velocity predict percentage 1-repetition maximum in seated military press exercise and (2) test effect gender a resistance training program on load–velocity profile. The relationships 26 men 13 women were evaluated by means an incremental loading up individual maximum. Additionally, 24 those measured again after six-week program. Individual had very high coefficients determination low standard errors estimate (R 2 = 0.987; error...

To provide 2 general equations to estimate the maximum possible number of repetitions (XRM) from mean velocity (MV) barbell and MV associated with a given in reserve, as well determine between-sessions reliability each XRM.After determination bench-press 1-repetition (1RM; 1.15 ± 0.21 kg/kg body mass), 21 men (age 23.0 2.7 y, mass 72.7 8.3 kg, height 1.77 0.07 m) completed 4 sets many against relative loads 60%1RM, 70%1RM, 80%1RM, 90%1RM over separate sessions. The different were tested...

The aim of this study was to investigate the differences and long-term reliability in perceptual, metabolic, neuromuscular responses velocity loss resistance training protocols. Using a repeated, counterbalanced, crossover design, twelve team-sport athletes completed 5-sets barbell back-squats at load corresponding mean concentric ~0.70 m·s-1. On different days, repetitions were performed until 10%, 20% or 30% attained, with outcome measures collected after each set. Sessions repeated...

This study aimed to compare the reliability and validity of force-velocity (F-V) relationship parameters obtained from two-point methods differing in distance between experimental points, evaluate acute change unloaded jump height after a vertical testing procedure based on multiple loads. Totally, 18 men randomly performed two sessions squat (SJ) countermovement (CMJ) exercises against five external loads (17, 30, 45, 60 75 kg). The was evaluated before each procedure. Five (0–17, 0–30,...