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Reactive Strength vs Elastic Strength: Key Differences and How to Train Each
guides·13 min read

Reactive Strength vs Elastic Strength: Key Differences and How to Train Each

Understand the difference between reactive and elastic strength, how they are measured, and specific training methods to develop each quality for sports

reactive strength·elastic strength·plyometrics
Ankle Stiffness and the Spring-Mass Model: Training and Testing for Jumping Athletes
exercises·9 min read

Ankle Stiffness and the Spring-Mass Model: Training and Testing for Jumping Athletes

Understand how ankle stiffness drives jumping and sprinting performance through the spring-mass model. Learn to test leg spring stiffness and train it

ankle-stiffness·spring-mass-model·leg-stiffness
Ground Contact Time in Plyometric Training: How to Measure and Minimize It
exercises·8 min read

Ground Contact Time in Plyometric Training: How to Measure and Minimize It

Discover how to measure and reduce ground contact time in plyometric drills to maximize reactive strength, speed, and sport performance with IMU-based testing.

ground-contact-time·plyometrics·reactive-strength
Depth Drop Reactive Strength Progression: 8-Week RSI Development
exercises·10 min read

Depth Drop Reactive Strength Progression: 8-Week RSI Development

8-week depth drop progression for RSI development. Drop heights, contact time targets, landing mechanics, and PoinT GO IMU tracking.

depth-drop·rsi·plyometrics
How to Improve First-Step Quickness: An 8-Week Science-Based Acceleration Protocol
how to·12 min read

How to Improve First-Step Quickness: An 8-Week Science-Based Acceleration Protocol

Elite athletes complete the first step within 0.25 seconds. Learn a validated 8-week IMU-tracked protocol to shave 0.05-0.10s off your acceleration time.

first-step·reaction-time·plyometrics
How to Improve Vertical Jump Height Fast: A 4-Week IMU-Based Program for +5cm Gains
how to·12 min read

How to Improve Vertical Jump Height Fast: A 4-Week IMU-Based Program for +5cm Gains

A data-driven 4-week jump program using 800Hz IMU measurement. Combines CMJ, drop jumps, and deployment jumps for an average +5cm gain.

vertical jump·plyometrics·RSI
How to Improve Vertical Leap for Volleyball: A 12-Week IMU-Driven Training Program
how to·12 min read

How to Improve Vertical Leap for Volleyball: A 12-Week IMU-Driven Training Program

Improve volleyball vertical leap with a science-based 12-week program built around 800Hz IMU jump testing, plyometrics, strength work, and reactive strength.

volleyball·vertical jump·plyometrics
How to Program a Power Block for Soccer Players: A 6-Week Design that Cuts 30m Sprint by 23%
guides·12 min read

How to Program a Power Block for Soccer Players: A 6-Week Design that Cuts 30m Sprint by 23%

A 6-week soccer power block improves 30m sprint time by 23% on average. Learn the VBT and jump-monitored design, weekly sessions, and field integration plan.

soccer·power block·VBT
How to Test Drop Jump RSI with an IMU: A Standardized Protocol and Interpretation Guide
exercises·12 min read

How to Test Drop Jump RSI with an IMU: A Standardized Protocol and Interpretation Guide

A standardized drop jump RSI testing protocol using an 800Hz IMU. Box height selection, warm-up, execution, and data interpretation explained step by step.

drop jump·RSI·plyometrics
How to Program Volleyball Jump Training: 800Hz IMU 12-Week Periodization Guide
how to·12 min read

How to Program Volleyball Jump Training: 800Hz IMU 12-Week Periodization Guide

Maximize volleyball vertical and spike jump with a 12-week periodized program. Track jump capacity, RSI, and landing loads using 800Hz IMU sensors for...

volleyball training·vertical jump·plyometrics
Box Jump vs Broad Jump: Which One Fits Your Goal Better
guides·12 min read

Box Jump vs Broad Jump: Which One Fits Your Goal Better

Box jumps and broad jumps train different power vectors. Compare kinematics, muscle activation, and metrics from 800Hz IMU data to pick the right one for...

box jump·broad jump·plyometrics
Plyometric Progression Guide: From Beginner to Elite
guides·12 min read

Plyometric Progression Guide: From Beginner to Elite

A 5-stage plyometric progression ladder informed by 800Hz IMU data. From entry-level box jumps to elite depth jumps with objective pass criteria for each stage.

plyometrics·box jump·depth jump