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Compensatory Acceleration Training aka CAT
Compensatory acceleration represents a significant advancement in the field of strength training, influenced by the pioneering work of Dr. Fred Hatfield and the practical applications here at Power Athlete. Hatfield’s theoretical foundation in Power and John’s integration of these principles into the Power Athlete training system have collectively enhanced the understanding and application of this method. As athletes and coaches continue to explore and utilize compensatory acceleration, its impact on strength, power, and overall performance will likely remain a crucial element in achieving athletic excellence.
Ep 599 – Forging Powerful Athletes
“There’s strong, then there’s Field Strong.” Forging powerful athletes is what Power Athlete does; John Welbourn, 10…
Medball Training 101
Field Strong utilizes many different tools with purposes well beyond their seemingly “light” or “easy” appearances. One…
Fred Hatfield’s Influence on Power Athlete
POWER. Read that again. POWER. Jump up out of your chair and ball your hands into fists….
Attacking Limiting Factors: Speed Training
As the Power Athlete Speed Kills Program became an Instagram sensation, I found myself trolling the overused…
Adding Compensatory Acceleration
In previous blogs, on our podcast, and in @John’s famous 42 Things I’ve Learned (check number 40),…