18: Cluster Sets: The Trick To Maximising In-Season Strength

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Aug 3, 2020

Hamish Munro, a seasoned Strength and Conditioning coach at Bristol City U18, delves into the power of cluster sets in optimizing in-season strength. He explains what cluster sets are and their key advantages, particularly their role in enhancing athlete performance. The discussion spans the use of velocity-based training (VBT) combined with cluster sets, showcasing practical applications and recovery strategies. Hamish emphasizes the importance of individualized training adjustments and culture to maintain peak fitness during the competitive season.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Mastering Cluster Sets in Strength Training

02:00 • 10min

Maximizing In-Season Strength with Cluster Sets

12:22 • 2min

Optimizing In-Season Strength Management Through Individualized Training

14:41 • 2min

Maximizing Strength with Cluster Sets

16:57 • 2min

In episode 18 Hamish Munro, Strength & Conditioning coach at Bristol City u18.

Specifically Hamish will be looking at:

What are cluster sets
What are the key advantages
Use of VBT in combination with clusters
Practical examples

About Hamish:

"Like many, my first experiences within a gym setting were as a fitness instructor and personal trainer in a local gym during 2008 at the age of 18. The next step was a BSc at St Mary's University in London during which I was lucky enough to intern within the academies of both Norwich City Football Club and London Scottish Rugby Club. From there I interned for a short time at Peterborough United Football Club before moving to China to work with a 2nd and latterly 3rd division professional football club, during which time I studied for a PGCert at the University of Bedfordshire. Following this I moved to Dubai in the UAE to work with an (professional) U21 team for four years during which time I also worked for a brief period with a professional tennis player who played on the WTA. Upon my return to the UK I completed my MSc at the University of Worcester and now work as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for Bristol City and as a Physical Performance Coach on the FA's womens talent pathway."

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