🏈 Dr Rhea: "Impressive workmanship from our machinists to create a custom flywheel platform for our large athletes. Literally #builtbybama"

[OldPlayer]

They focus on speed without ignoring power. They aren't abandoning free weights and back squats. But what they emphasize on each lift (eccentric phase/concentric, or bar speed) varies throughout their programming. They are analyzing tons of data to tell them what is working and how much it is working, and getting specific insight into each player so programming can be tweaked.

Agreed. The use of data, and lots of it, is what separates these guys from all the "old school" S&C coaches.

 

[mando]

Agreed. The use of data, and lots of it, is what separates these guys from all the "old school" S&C coaches.

Hope it really makes a difference. I am a data guy and I trust Saban but the on filed results will be the final judge.

 

[TerryP]

I'm talking about Rhea and Ballou's approach. They aren't focusing on raw strength. They focus on maximum power at the point of impact.

As you'll recall I posted a link to Dr. Rhea's approach before he was hired. While my knowledge of kinesiology and the like is on a layman's level, at best, I have a decent idea what he's talking about when referring to eccentric and concentric.

The point of the post yesterday was pretty simple, I thought. It was easy to see the difference in the two approaches with both Rhea and Jon essentially doing the same workout; quarter high squats.

Again...just a casual observation I bounced off of a guy who pointed to the stress on the lumbar and knees...interesting coincidence.

 

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[TerryP]

Subtweet, perhaps?

 

[mando]

Subtweet, perhaps?

Now that is the mindset that you need to insure you are always moving forward.

Are you thinking a subtweet to Cochran and UGA?

 

[TerryP]

Are you thinking a subtweet to Cochran and UGA?

Considering the BS on the recruiting trail, I do wonder.