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Power

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Power is strength with speed added as a variable. It’s your ability to apply maximum force in minimum time.

Skill Building

Any explosive movement has a power component and will work on improving this skill.

Benefit

The ability to produce force at greater lengths is very beneficial from power exercises. This means you can be

Avoid

  • Avoid doing too many reps. Pushing yourself out can tire you out and make you fatigue.
  • Avoid having poor form when you are working on power training.
  • Avoid slow repetition, your goal is to produce as much force as possible.

Life Improvements

  • You’ll be able to run faster, hit harder, and jump higher than the rest of your peers.
  • You’ll be more explosive in all the activities and sports you participate in.
  • You will have more strength to protect yourself.

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