Post-Activation Potentiation: Theory, Practice, and Future Possibilities

Description

Strength and Performance Coaches are constantly searching for methods to help enhance the performance of their athletes. A popular strategy is to utilize the principle of Post-Activation Potentiation, or using strength training exercises to enhance subsequent explosive athletic performance. This presentation discusses the scientific and theoretical basis for PAP, as well as practical applications for how to individualize and implement protocols to maximize the performance of your athletes.

Lessons

Part I: Introduction To Post Activation Potentiation

1 1.1 Overview and Welcome 1:11 2 1.2 Introduction 5:44

Part 2: The Science of PAP

3 2.1 Physiological Mechanisms of Potentiation 8:30 4 2.2 Potentiation and the Research: Does it work? 6:39 5 2.3 Isometrics for Potentiation: They Work! 4:43 6 2.4 Isometrics for Potentiation: They DON'T Work! 3:48 7 2.5 Isometrics for Potentiation: Why the Inconsistency? 2:14 8 2.6 Principles for Individualization of Potentiation 3:48 9 2.7 Reframing the Concept of Power Training 1:56 10 2.8 Dynamic Effort for Potentiation 9:55 11 2.9 Plyometrics for Potentiation 1:16

Part 3: Practical Applications of PAP

12 3.1 Practical Applications of Potentiation 3:40 13 3.2 Further Questions 1:51 14 3.3 Testing Protocols 3:27 15 3.4 Conclusion and Thank You 0:23

The Coach

Jeff Dolan

Jeff Dolan is a Strength and Conditoning Coach with experience working in the NBA, NCAA Division I, and Professional Baseball. He has also served as a consultant in the Physical Preparation of Professional Soccer Players (European and US), Professional Basketball Players, US Military Special Operators, Powerlifters, Endurance Athletes, High School Athletes, and General Population Fitness Enthusiasts. He is a Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC), Certified Strength and Condtioning Specialist (CSCS), and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) throught the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He holds a Masters Degree in Exercise Science from the University of South Florida and Bachelors Degrees in Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology from SUNY Brockport.