Effects of Velocity-Based Training on Strength and Power in Elite Athletes—A Systematic Review

Michał Włodarczyk, Przemysław Adamus, Jacek Zieliński and Adam Kantanista
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Michał Włodarczyk: Department of Athletics, Strength and Conditioning, Poznan University of Physical Education, 61-871 Poznań, Poland
Przemysław Adamus: Independent Researcher, 63-000 Wielkopolska, Poland
Jacek Zieliński: Department of Athletics, Strength and Conditioning, Poznan University of Physical Education, 61-871 Poznań, Poland
Adam Kantanista: Department of Physical Education and Lifelong Sports, Poznan University of Physical Education, 61-871 Poznań, Poland

IJERPH, 2021, vol. 18, issue 10, 1-13

Abstract: Due to drawbacks of the percentage-based approach, velocity-based training was proposed as a method to better and more accurately prescribe training loads to increase general and specific performance. The purpose of this study was to perform a systematic review of the studies that show effects of velocity-based resistance training on strength and power performance in elite athletes. Electronic searches of computerized databases were performed according to a protocol that was agreed by all co-authors. Four databases—SportDiscus with Full Text and MEDLINE via EBSCO, SCOPUS, and Web of Science—were searched. Seven studies were found which researched the effects of velocity-based resistance training on athletes after a given training period. The analyzed studies suggest that applying velocity losses of 10–20% can help induce neuromuscular adaptations and reduce neuromuscular fatigue. Using velocity zones as part of a separate or combined (e.g., plyometric) training program can elicit adaptations in body composition and performance parameters. Moreover, velocity zones can be programmed using a periodized or non-periodized fixed velocity zones protocol. Lastly, obtaining instantaneous feedback during training is a more effective tool for increasing performance in sport-specific parameters, and should be used by sport practitioners to help keep athletes accountable for their performance.

Keywords: speed; resistance; velocity loss; velocity zones; feedback (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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