The Coaches Corner University Podcast

“This Kinda Makes Sense” - Mike T Nelson

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Feb 6, 2025
Dr. Mike T Nelson, a research enthusiast in metabolic flexibility and heart rate variability, dives into the innovative philosophies behind his co-authored book, "Triphasic 2." He discusses how Triphasic Training evolves with cutting-edge research, focusing on eccentric, isometric, and concentric lifting phases. Mike shares intriguing training methods like the 'GOAT drill' and the 'super max method,' emphasizing athletic performance improvements. He also explores the significance of aerobic fitness and the importance of adaptability in training methods for athletes.
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INSIGHT

Triphasic Movement

  • All movements have eccentric, isometric, and concentric phases.
  • Elite athletes perform these phases faster, especially eccentric and isometric.
ANECDOTE

Triphasic Origins

  • Cal Dietz noticed athletes with similar 1RMs had different athletic performance.
  • He used force plates to analyze movement phases, discovering differences in eccentric and isometric speeds.
ADVICE

Overcoming Plateaus

  • Address rate of force development limitations by improving eccentric and isometric strength.
  • Upgrading "hardware" improves athletic performance when other methods plateau.
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