The Case for Single-Leg Power Training
Summary:
Coach Donald & Coach Tim make the case for single-leg strength training, along with how and why all athletes should incorporate it into their programming.
Key Discussion Points:
Addressing Common Misconceptions:
- Prehab/rehab, balance and lower loads
Deep Dive:
- Neuromuscular demands
- Biomechanical implications
- Relative force
- Programming
Webinar Pitch, Outro & Feedback
Noteworthy Moments/Quotes:
- 7:00 - Coach Donald & Coach Tim share their most recent Coaching Moments.
- 14:25 - The coaches address some common myths when it comes to single-leg strength training, like it only being useful for rehab and balance and that you shouldn’t do it with high loads.
- 17:50 - A discussion on the neuromuscular demands of single-leg training versus bilateral.
- 20:52 - The coaches talk about the biomechanical implications of sprinting, cutting and jumping that make the argument for single-leg training.
- 25:40 - Coach Donald unpacks relative force, the bilateral deficit phenomenon and how single-leg strength training can help mitigate injuries.
- 32:30 - The coaches talk about best practices when programming single-leg strength training for athletes.
- 42:24 - Episode recap and closing notes.
Resources:
Webinar: https://ghperformance.com/webinar/
Website: https://ghperformance.com/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9331349/
https://physoc.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/share/GRNFMYYMRSE3SC8XJS7R?target=10.1113/EP091881
