Vertical Jump Testing in Return to Play After ACL Injury Hi Coaches. Today, we’re tackling a crucial phase in any athlete’s rehab process: the return to sport after an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tear. Beyond clinical tests or time-based estimates, objectively assessing force production and limb symmetry is essential. Here, vertical jump testing becomes a […]
Why Is Vertical Jump Testing So Important? Practical Tech with WheelerJump Hi Coaches. Today, we’re diving into a key aspect of training and performance monitoring: vertical jump testing. As physical coaches, understanding what a jump tells us about an athlete’s neuromuscular state is a must—not only to measure power but also to monitor fatigue, guide […]
The biomechanical and neuromuscular demands of horizontal deceleration in football Introduction Football is a game of acceleration, yes, but also of deceleration. The ability to stop quickly, control momentum, and change direction efficiently is what separates average players from elite performers. Yet, deceleration is often overlooked in training programs, even though it plays a key […]
Role of eccentric strength in performance and injury prevention in football players Introduction In this article, we’re going to dig into eccentric strength—a training component that often doesn’t get the attention it deserves. While concentric work (muscle shortening) is a staple in most programs, it’s the eccentric phase (muscle lengthening) that offers unique advantages, particularly […]
Impact of concentric and eccentric strength on power development and movement velocity Introduction In football and other explosive sports, raw strength is important—but the rate at which force is produced often makes the real difference. The faster a player can generate and apply force, the more powerful and efficient their movements become.That’s why eccentric training […]
How squat strength influences sprint and jump performance in youth football players Introduction In youth football, strength development is often discussed, but its direct impact on explosive actions like sprinting and jumping isn’t always clearly understood. One question often asked is: “Does stronger mean faster?” In this article, we’ll explore how squat strength—and modern methods […]
How different inertial loads in flywheel training affect hamstring muscle contractile properties Introduction Flywheel training has proven its value in strength and performance development, especially in sports like football. But how does the level of inertia—or flywheel load—affect the way muscles contract and adapt, particularly the hamstrings? This article explores how different inertial settings influence […]
How chronic flywheel training influences physical capacities across the football season Introduction Flywheel training has become increasingly popular among performance coaches in football due to its versatility, low joint stress, and the unique eccentric overload it offers. But what happens when it’s applied consistently over several weeks or months? In this final article, we’ll break […]
Effects of flywheel training on physical capacities in soccer players Introduction Let’s take a deep dive into a training method that, although it has been around for a while, still raises questions and generates compelling evidence: flywheel training. We’ll look at how it affects strength, jumping ability, change of direction (COD), and whether or not […]
Benefits of Flywheel and Eccentric Training After ACL Surgery Introduction ACL injuries are common and often career-threatening, especially in female athletes. Once surgery is done, the real challenge begins: regaining performance. Recent approaches now include flywheel training, known for its role in developing eccentric strength, balance, and reactive control—critical elements in post-ACL rehabilitation. In this […]