Damian Harper

Dr. Damian Harper, a leading figure in deceleration research and the founder of Human Braking Performance, shares his expertise on how athletes can improve braking techniques for better performance. He discusses the origins and purpose of the 10-5 Hop Test and his innovative Braking Performance Framework. Damian dives into the link between unanticipated decelerations and ACL injury risk, contrasting low-speed and high-speed biomechanical demands. He advocates for a shift in focus from acceleration to braking in athletic training, emphasizing its importance for performance and injury prevention.

Damian Harper, a researcher on deceleration mechanics, Mark Jamison, a practitioner focused on practical testing, and Ted Rath, a performance coach with NFL insights, dive deep into the world of deceleration. They discuss its crucial role in injury risk and performance, and explore innovative field tests like the ADA. The trio emphasizes the development of eccentric strength and effective coaching techniques, targeting motor control and proper posture. Their insights aim to enhance athletes' deceleration abilities both on-field and in the gym.

Damian Harper, a Lecturer at the Institute of Coaching & Performance and an expert in deceleration, shares his extensive knowledge on athletic performance. He highlights the significance of deceleration in team sports, explaining how it influences both performance and injury risk. Harper introduces the 10/5 repeated jump test, emphasizing its practical advantages for measuring reactive strength. He discusses innovative training strategies for improving braking ability and the importance of understanding the acceleration-deceleration balance for optimal athletic performance.