Olympic Lifting Power Hub

Master the catch, pull, and triple extension that drive bar velocity.

exercises·12 min read

Power Clean Technique: Step-by-Step Guide for Athletes

Master the power clean with this complete technique guide. Learn the pull, catch position, common errors, coaching cues, and programming for athletic.

power-clean·olympic-lifting·explosive-power

exercises·10 min read

Hang Clean for Power: Technique, Benefits & Programming

Master the hang clean for explosive power development. Covers proper technique, common errors, programming progressions, and VBT application.

hang-clean·power-training·olympic-lifting

how to·12 min read

How to Coach the Snatch Progression: Complete Step-by-Step Guide from Beginner to Advanced

A proven 4-phase system for coaching the snatch, from PVC pipe drills to full-load lifts, with accessory work and error correction in every phase.

snatch·Olympic lifting·coaching

exercises·12 min read

How to Test the Power Clean from Blocks: 800Hz IMU Protocol for Explosive Output

Power clean from blocks test: test the power clean from blocks using an 800Hz IMU sensor. Measure bar velocity, peak power, and acceleration windows.

power clean·block pull·IMU

Understand how power output unfolds across the lift and where to intervene.

research·12 min read

Power-Time Curve of the Clean: An 800Hz IMU Analysis of First Pull, Transition, and Second Pull

The clean's power-time curve puts 60-70% of total power in the second pull. See how 800Hz IMU data from PoinT GO breaks down each phase of the lift.

clean·power curve·olympic lifting

exercises·12 min read

How to Test Bench Throw Power: The Standard Protocol for Upper Body Explosiveness

The bench throw is the gold standard for upper body power. Learn the validated IMU-based protocol, normative bar velocity data, and programming.

bench-throw·VBT·upper-body-power

exercises·12 min read

How to Test Shoulder Power: A Complete Overhead Press Power Testing Guide

Overhead press power reflects shoulder mobility and rotator cuff health. Learn standard test protocols and interpretation thresholds with 800Hz IMU data.

shoulder power·overhead press·VBT

research·12 min read

Why Rep-by-Rep Velocity Stabilization Matters: Reliability and Adaptation Signals in VBT

When rep-to-rep velocity variation drops below a 5% coefficient of variation, that is your sign neuromuscular adaptation is locking in, per 800Hz IMU data.

velocity stabilization·VBT·CV

Block periodization, cluster sets, and 12-week templates for Olympic athletes.

guides·12 min read

How to Program 12-Week Block Periodization: A Data-Driven Phased Adaptation Model

Accumulation, transmutation, and realization each need different intensity ranges and monitoring rules. Here's the IMU-tracked breakdown for all 3 phases.

block-periodization·12-week-program·accumulation

research·12 min read

Why Cluster Sets Preserve Velocity Better: The Neuromuscular Science of Distributed Rest

Traditional sets bleed bar speed rep after rep. Cluster sets hold velocity 12% higher by spacing micro-rests, per neuromuscular and 800Hz VBT evidence.

cluster sets·VBT·velocity loss

guides·13 min read

Autoregulated Training with Velocity: The Complete Guide to Daily Load Optimization

Master autoregulated training using velocity data. Learn to adjust daily loads, manage fatigue, and optimize performance with velocity-based.

vbt·autoregulation·programming

guides·12 min read

VBT Velocity Thresholds by Lifter Experience: Novice vs Advanced Profiles Compared

Same velocity threshold for every lifter? Thats a mistake. See how novice and advanced cutoffs differ, using 800Hz IMU data and individualized profiles.

VBT·velocity thresholds·novice

Trap-bar work, jump variants, and tendon-protective accessory choices.

exercises·11 min read

Trap Bar Deadlift for Explosive Power Development: Technique & Programming

Use the trap bar deadlift for explosive power development. Includes technique cues, programming variables, velocity targets, and sport-specific...

trap-bar·deadlift·power

exercises·10 min read

Trap Bar Jump: The Safest Loaded Jump Exercise

Trap bar jump load: 30-50% of deadlift 1RM, 0.75-0.85 m/s target velocity, plus the 3-jump test to dial in weight without a sensor.

trap-bar·loaded-jump·power-development

exercises·9 min read

Hex Bar Jump Squat: The Best Loaded Jump Exercise

Hex bar jump squat: why the hex bar jump squat outperforms barbell jump squats for loaded power training. Track it with PoinT GO's velocity-based data.

hex-bar·jump-squat·loaded-jumps

research·12 min read

Why Eccentric Overload Builds Tendons: The Collagen Remodeling Science

Concentric-only training leaves tendon stiffness behind. Eccentric overload roughly triples the gain via collagen remodeling — biology and an IMU protocol.

eccentric·tendon·collagen