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Front Squat vs Back Squat: Which Is Better for You?
guides·12 min read

Front Squat vs Back Squat: Which Is Better for You?

Front squat or back squat? An evidence-based comparison using 800Hz IMU velocity data, EMG activation, and goal-specific selection criteria for every lifter.

front-squat·back-squat·VBT
How to Train for Vertical Jump Improvement
how to·9 min read

How to Train for Vertical Jump Improvement

Evidence-based vertical jump training guide: strength foundations, plyometric progression, contrast loading, and jump height tracking with IMU sensors.

vertical-jump·plyometrics·strength-training
How to Predict 1RM Without Maxing Out: Submaximal Methods, Velocity-Based Estimation, and...
how to·11 min read

How to Predict 1RM Without Maxing Out: Submaximal Methods, Velocity-Based Estimation, and...

Learn how to predict your one-rep max without maxing out using submaximal equations and velocity-based load-velocity profiling.

1rm·prediction·strength-training
How to Use VBT for Powerlifting: Autoregulate Squat, Bench, and Deadlift
how to·12 min read

How to Use VBT for Powerlifting: Autoregulate Squat, Bench, and Deadlift

Learn how to use velocity-based training for powerlifting. Autoregulate squat, bench press, and deadlift loads, predict 1RM, and peak for competition with VBT.

vbt·powerlifting·strength-training
VBT Velocity Zones Explained: Complete Guide to Training Speeds
how to·11 min read

VBT Velocity Zones Explained: Complete Guide to Training Speeds

Understand the 5 VBT velocity zones from strength to speed. Learn which mean velocities target each quality and how to program velocity-based training...

vbt·velocity-zones·strength-training
How to Track Bar Speed for Strength Training: A Practical Guide
how to·12 min read

How to Track Bar Speed for Strength Training: A Practical Guide

Learn how to track barbell velocity and use VBT zones to autoregulate your strength training. Covers devices, setup, and exact protocols for all levels.

VBT·bar-speed·strength-training
Velocity Based Training for Beginners: The Complete VBT Guide
how to·9 min read

Velocity Based Training for Beginners: The Complete VBT Guide

New to velocity based training? Understand VBT principles, velocity zones, load-velocity profiles, and how to start programming with bar speed data in 4 weeks.

VBT·beginners·strength-training
How to Measure Barbell Velocity: VBT Setup Guide
how to·10 min read

How to Measure Barbell Velocity: VBT Setup Guide

Complete guide to measuring barbell velocity for velocity-based training. Learn device options, placement, mean vs.

VBT·barbell-velocity·strength-training
How to Use Load-Velocity Profiles for Strength Training
how to·11 min read

How to Use Load-Velocity Profiles for Strength Training

Master load-velocity profiling for strength training. Learn how to build an LV profile, estimate 1RM daily, and auto-regulate training load using bar...

VBT·load-velocity-profile·strength-training
How to Use VBT for Squats: Velocity Based Squat Training
how to·8 min read

How to Use VBT for Squats: Velocity Based Squat Training

Apply velocity-based training to your squat with target velocities, load-velocity profiles, autoregulation rules, and fatigue cutoffs backed by research.

VBT·velocity-based-training·squat
Velocity-Based Training for Autoregulation: What Research Shows
research·11 min read

Velocity-Based Training for Autoregulation: What Research Shows

Review of the science behind velocity-based training for autoregulation. Covers key studies, strength outcomes vs percentage-based training, fatigue...

VBT·autoregulation·research
VBT for Beginners: Complete Velocity Based Training Guide
guides·9 min read

VBT for Beginners: Complete Velocity Based Training Guide

Start velocity based training with this complete beginner guide. Learn velocity zones, equipment, load-velocity profiles, and session programming.

VBT·velocity-based-training·beginner-guide