Strength Training: Power

Yet another goal folks might have for their strength training is power.  Power, in this context, is the ability to generate a lot of force fast.

 

To train for power, we want to use fairly heavy weights and work with a quick tempo.  We also want to work on explosive movements (think plyometrics!). 

 

Power training is not something we do every single workout.  Most of the time, we want to work on max strength or hypertrophy or even cycle back through some endurance/stability work.  Then we can spend a month or so doing power workouts.

 

Proper form is absolutely essential for power workouts.  When we’re moving fast with heavy objects, we need to be sure that we are using our bodies well.

 

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