Sports science, distilled.
Summaries and analysis of key research papers in sports science, velocity-based training, and performance measurement.
Cluster Sets vs Traditional Sets: Research Comparison
Evidence-based comparison of cluster sets vs traditional sets for power, velocity maintenance, and neural drive — with practical programming guidance for
CMJ as a Monitoring Tool: Research Review
Evidence-based review of the countermovement jump as a neuromuscular monitoring tool — thresholds, metrics, and practical protocols for coaches and athletes.
Eccentric Overload Training: Research Evidence and Practical Applications
Evidence-based review of eccentric overload training: flywheel research, supramaximal loading, hypertrophy, and injury prevention outcomes with practical
Force-Velocity Profiling Research: Methods & Applications
Evidence on force-velocity profiling for sprint and jump athletes. How F-V profiles identify the power bottleneck and guide individualized training decisions.
Isometric Training Research: Effectiveness & Applications
What does isometric training research actually show? Force angles, contraction duration, and practical protocols backed by peer-reviewed evidence.
Minimal Effective Dose for Strength: What the Research Actually Says
How few sets do you really need to build strength? A rigorous review of dose-response research with specific volume thresholds, protocols, and VBT monitoring
Monitoring Training Load: Research on Best Practices
ACWR, session RPE, velocity monitoring — a rigorous comparison of training load methods with sensitivity data, injury risk thresholds, and practical
Plyometric Training Dose-Response: Research Analysis
Meta-analytic review of plyometric dose-response: optimal volume, intensity, frequency, and rest intervals for jump height and reactive strength gains.
Sleep and Athletic Performance: What the Research Actually Quantifies
Sleep restriction cuts sprint speed by 3%, reaction time by 7%, and strength by up to 11%. Here's what the science says about duration, timing, and recovery
Velocity-Based Training Research Review: Current Evidence
velocity based training research review - evidence-based strategies with VBT integration for coaches and athletes.
Velocity Loss and Fatigue: Research on Optimal Cutoffs
What does research say about velocity loss thresholds? Evidence on 10%, 20%, and 40% cutoffs, fatigue markers, and how to apply stop-set criteria in practice.
Warm-Up and Performance: What the Research Actually Shows
A PAP-optimized warm-up improves CMJ by 3.6% and sprint speed by 1.8% compared to passive rest. Here's what the evidence says about warm-up structure