Sports science, distilled.
Summaries and analysis of key research papers in sports science, velocity-based training, and performance measurement.
Velocity Loss Thresholds: Hypertrophy vs Power Outcomes
What does the research say about 10%, 20%, and 30% velocity loss thresholds? A rigorous evidence synthesis comparing hypertrophy and power training outcomes.
Contrast Training Research Review: Heavy + Explosive Pairings for Power
Research review of contrast training pairing heavy strength with explosive exercises. PAP mechanism, optimal rest intervals, programming protocols, and VBT
Tendon Stiffness and Power Development: Research Review
Research review of tendon stiffness as a determinant of explosive power and rate of force development. Training methods, measurement, and PoinT GO integration.
Power-Time Curve of the Clean: An 800Hz IMU Analysis of First Pull, Transition, and Second Pull
The clean power-time curve places 60-70% of total power in the second pull. Learn how 800Hz IMU PoinT GO decomposes each phase and informs training decisions.
Why Bar Velocity Drops in the Final Rep: A Neuromuscular and Metabolic Analysis
Why bar velocity drops in the final rep, explained through neuromuscular fatigue, metabolic byproducts, and motor unit recruitment changes, with.
Why Cluster Sets Preserve Velocity Better: The Neuromuscular Science of Distributed Rest
Cluster sets preserve barbell velocity 12% better than traditional sets. Neuromuscular science, RCT evidence, and 800Hz VBT monitoring explained.
Why CMJ Outperforms SJ for Daily Athlete Monitoring: A Neuromuscular Fatigue Comparison
Countermovement jump tracks neuromuscular fatigue 2.3x more sensitively than squat jump. Review longitudinal IMU evidence and the daily monitoring protocol.
Why Deload Frequency Matters More Than Intensity: A VBT-Driven Research Review
A research review showing that deload frequency drives adaptation more than intensity reduction. Reinterpret six RCTs through IMU and VBT data for practical.
Why Eccentric Overload Builds Tendons: The Collagen Remodeling Science
How eccentric overload triples tendon stiffness gains versus concentric training. Collagen biology, strain thresholds, and 800Hz IMU prescription protocols.
Why Eccentric Velocity Predicts Injury: A VBT-Based Risk Monitoring Research Review
A 12% rise in eccentric velocity over 4 weeks raises hamstring injury risk 2.8x. Learn how 800Hz IMU data can flag risk before injury occurs.
Why Female Athletes Need Different VBT Protocols: 800Hz IMU Sex-Specific Velocity Research
Female athlete velocity-based training data captured with 800Hz IMU. Sex differences in load-velocity profiles, menstrual cycle effects, and corrected velocity.
Why the Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull Matters: The Gold Standard for Maximum Strength Assessment
Why the isometric mid-thigh pull matters: peak force, RFD, and sport-specific applications, plus how IMU sensors complement IMTP testing for complete athlete.