Move the Needle: The Human Performance Podcast

Paul Comfort: Research, Application, & Sifting Through the Noise

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Sep 4, 2024
Dr. Paul Comfort, a leading strength and conditioning researcher and professor, shares insights on significant topics in sports science. He dives into the innovative idea of microdosing strength training to boost performance while minimizing fatigue. Comfort also discusses the critical role of countermovement depth in jump performance evaluation and emphasizes the importance of clear communication of metrics with coaches. The intricacies of measuring athletic performance metrics, like impulse and power, are explored to shed light on optimal training strategies and athlete readiness.
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Microdosing Benefits in Training

  • Break weekly training volume into smaller sessions to reduce fatigue and improve performance consistency.
  • Microdosing allows athletes to complete a higher percentage of planned volume and improves exercise quality.
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Simplify CMJ Testing Approach

  • Start testing with basic, understandable metrics like jump height and time to take off.
  • Use these basics to guide further analysis on jump phases and inform coaching cues.
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Standardize Cueing for Jumps

  • Standardize cues during testing to ensure consistent jump strategies across sessions.
  • Intervene in training if shallow countermovement depths limit performance or signal injury risk.
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