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Move the Needle: The Human Performance Podcast

Eddie Dimas: Performance at P3

Mar 13, 2024
Eddie Dimas, Performance Coach, discusses P3 Performance's cutting-edge tools like motion capture and force plates in athlete training. They break down basketball players into archetypes for tailored programs. The focus is on data-driven decisions, athlete categorization, and optimizing performance through personalized training at P3 facilities. The podcast also explores biomechanics applications in collegiate team sports and the importance of diverse perspectives in performance coaching.
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  • P3 uses a standardized assessment process with motion capture and force plates to tailor training programs based on individual athlete needs.
  • Athletes at P3 are categorized into archetypes like bigs, kinematic movers, and hyper-athletic guards to customize training programs for specific physical attributes.

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Assessment Process at P3

At P3, athletes undergo a standardized assessment process that includes injury history, movement screens, and performance tests like force plates and motion capture systems. The assessment covers various movements like squats, jumps, and sprinting, with customized variations based on the athlete's needs, such as single-leg exercises for rehab cases or specialized assessments for different sports like basketball and baseball.

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