All Things Speed & Strength | Podcast by Lucas Quinn and Jared Wilson Episode #14: Drake Berberet - VP of Performance, Hawkin Dynamics | How & Why to Utilize Force Plates
Nov 6, 2023
Drake Berberet, VP of Performance at Hawkin Dynamics, specializes in utilizing force plate technology to enhance athletic performance. He shares insights on how strength coaches and therapists can implement this technology effectively. The conversation dives into the evolution of force plates, their impact on performance metrics like jump height and propulsive force, and innovative strategies for athletes at different levels. Drake also discusses the collaboration between training facilities and physical therapy for injury prevention and recovery, showcasing the future of sports science.
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Early Tech Immersion Shaped Career
- Drake describes early exposure to extensive sports-science tech at Resilience Code, including force plates and treadmills.
- That environment shaped his move from strength coach to sports science and Hawkin Dynamics.
Portability Unlocks Frequent Testing
- Wireless portable force plates transformed frequency and location of testing by removing outlet/computer constraints.
- Increased portability enabled on-site testing at away games and practice facilities, boosting monitoring frequency.
Use ODS: One Output, Few Strategies
- Use the ODS framework: pick one Output, a couple Strategy metrics, and Drivers for profiling.
- For monitoring pick one key output and 2–3 supporting strategy metrics like time to takeoff and an asymmetry.