Building Stronger, Faster Players In the Off-Season

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American Football Monthly March 2001 Issue Online

There is no doubt that strength training has become one of the most integral parts of football programs at all levels, including high school, college and the professional ranks. Increasing explosive strength helps improve performance and also helps prevent and reduce injuries. Increasing explosive strength is also integral to increasing movement and the development of speed.

Absolute strength, although important, is not the essential ingredient of playing football. The ability to dev...Login to Read More

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