Greg J. Wilson

TL;DR: The experimental group which trained with the load that maximized mechanical power achieved the best overall results in enhancing dynamic athletic performance recording statistically significant (P < 0.05) improvements on most test items and producing statistically superior results to the two other training modalities on the jumping and isokinetic tests.

TL;DR: Results are interpreted as demonstrating that the optimal musculotendinous stiffness for maximum concentric and isometric activities was toward the stiff end of the elasticity continuum.

TL;DR: Investigation of the influence of load and the stretch shortening cycle (SSC) on the kinematics, kinetics, and muscle activation that occurs during maximal effort throws found explosive movements involving longer concentric actions than experienced during brief SSC movements may be limited by the ability of the muscle to produce force during fast contraction velocities.

TL;DR: A frame work is described for the collection of data which may ultimately lead to recommendations for the assessment of strength and power in sporting contexts, which will be evolutionary and depends upon synergistic improvements in understanding of the physiological mechanisms underpinning strength andPower development.

TL;DR: The reliability of isometric assessment is outlined and a number of methodological considerations designed to enhance reliability and validity are discussed, including standardisation procedures, type of instructions, muscular pre-tension, testing position and joint angle.