1. palcaraz@ucam.edu
@PedroE_Alcaraz pedro.e.alcaraz
February, 2021
Pedro E. Alcaraz - Tlf: (+34) 968 278 566
Universidad Católica de Murcia - palcaraz@ucam.edu - www.ucam.edu
palcaraz@ucam.edu
@PedroE_Alcaraz
Strength Bases. Evaluation of the training
process in the improvement of Strength and
Power and Training Considerations
Pedro E. Alcaraz, PhD, CSCS*D, NSCA- CPT*D
Director of UCAM Research Center for High Performance Sport
pedro.e.alcaraz
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@PedroE_Alcaraz
Tests that can be implemented in football and other team sports environments;
Alcaraz et al. (unplished data)
300,0
350,0
400,0
450,0
500,0
550,0
600,0
PRE POST W-UP POST SSG POST
Fuerza
(N)
MVC Leg Extensors
Dominant leg
Marc D.
Marc A.
Zaca
Dani C.
Maximum Isometric Strength Evaluation (MVC)
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@PedroE_Alcaraz Serway & Jewett (2004)
In physics, Power is the amount of work done per unit of time.
The Mechanical Power is the power transmitted by the action of physical contact
forces or associated mechanical elements.
Medición de la Potencia
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@PedroE_Alcaraz
VERTICAL JUMPS (CMJ´s)
3000
3500
4000
0 5 10 15 20 25
wer (W)
% Body Mass
Power Curve
Alcaraz et al., Unplished data
Level of Performance
Healthy Actives
Feenney et al. (2016)
SPRINTERS
Maximal Power Production Assessment: Key Factors
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@PedroE_Alcaraz
It focuses on developing appropriate athletic and body movements to improve
athletic performance and prevent injury.
NEUROMUSCULAR
TRAINING
STRENGTH
BALANCE
PLYOMETRIC
AGILITY/COD
SPRINT
Neuromuscular Training. Definition.
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@PedroE_Alcaraz
Alternatives for in-season strength training for Team Sports?
Complex
Training
Combine strength exercises (high loads) with power
exercises, of similar biomechanics in alternate
series, in the same training.
(Ebben, 1998; Carter, 2014; Freitas et al., 2017)
Post-Activation Potentation (PAP)
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With this training protocol, the athlete IMITATES the technical gesture with an added load.
(Costello, 1985; Delecluse, 1997; Delecluse et al., 1995; Mero & Komi, 1994).
SPECIFICITY
PRINCIPLE
ROM
POSITION
MOVEMEN
T PATTERN
MUSCLE
ACTIVATIO
N
GESTURE
VELOCITY
(Behm & Sale, 1993)
Resisted Training. Definition
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@PedroE_Alcaraz
Some authors justify that YES…
1. ... Because there is a high demand for horizontal force in the sprint;
2. ... Because the maximum power production with these methods is given with
high loads;
3. ... Because there is a high activation of the biceps femoris and serves as
preventive training;
4. ... Because low loads are not useful for improving speed.
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@PedroE_Alcaraz pedro.e.alcaraz
- Applied Force and mechanical power are determinants for
performance in force-velocity disciplines.
- There is an optimal load where power is maximized.
- The training has an effect on the force-velocity curve and
therefore on the power.
- Care with the use of science. Always broad vision.
- The maximum power output will be dependent on the
exercise, level of the athlete or muscle group involved.
- For the improvement of the maximum power the principle of
specificity must be considered.
- Resisted methods, complex training, etc. are very suitable
ways to improve power.
132. palcaraz@ucam.edu
@PedroE_Alcaraz pedro.e.alcaraz
February, 2021
Pedro E. Alcaraz - Tlf: (+34) 968 278 566
Universidad Católica de Murcia - palcaraz@ucam.edu - www.ucam.edu
palcaraz@ucam.edu
@PedroE_Alcaraz
Strength Bases. Evaluation of the training
process in the improvement of Strength and
Power and Training Considerations
Pedro E. Alcaraz, PhD, CSCS*D, NSCA- CPT*D
Director of UCAM Research Center for High Performance Sport
pedro.e.alcaraz