The Role of Velocity Based Training in the Strength Periodization for Modern Athletes

Guerriero, Aristide; Varalda, Carlo; Piacentini, Maria Francesca

doi:10.3390/jfmk3040055

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“…Velocity-based training (VBT) is a resistance training method consisting of monitoring the velocity of movement displacement to support the regulation of load imposed on athletes [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 ]. Therefore, a proper measurement of bar displacement velocity is critical to implement an auto-regulation process of sports training [ 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 ].…”

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Validity and Reliability of the Inertial Measurement Unit for Barbell Velocity Assessments: A Systematic Review

Clemente

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Pino-Ortega

et al. 2021

Sensors

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The use of inertial measurement unit (IMU) has become popular in sports assessment. In the case of velocity-based training (VBT), there is a need to measure barbell velocity in each repetition. The use of IMUs may make the monitoring process easier; however, its validity and reliability should be established. Thus, this systematic review aimed to (1) identify and summarize studies that have examined the validity of wearable wireless IMUs for measuring barbell velocity and (2) identify and summarize studies that have examined the reliability of IMUs for measuring barbell velocity. A systematic review of Cochrane Library, EBSCO, PubMed, Scielo, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science databases was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. From the 161 studies initially identified, 22 were fully reviewed, and their outcome measures were extracted and analyzed. Among the eight different IMU models, seven can be considered valid and reliable for measuring barbell velocity. The great majority of IMUs used for measuring barbell velocity in linear trajectories are valid and reliable, and thus can be used by coaches for external load monitoring.

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Validity and Reliability of the Inertial Measurement Unit for Barbell Velocity Assessments: A Systematic Review

Clemente

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Pino-Ortega

et al. 2021

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“…VBT is a relatively novel method and can be an alternative to the “percent-based” approach where exercise intensity or load is prescribed as a relative load (percentage of one-repetition maximum, % of 1RM) [ 5 ]. Efficacy of VBT is still being verified and is continuously under debate [ 6 , 7 ].…”

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

Włodarczyk¹,

Adamus²,

Zieliński³

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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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.

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“…Velocity-based training (VBT) is a method used by strength and conditioning professionals to prescribe and monitor resistance training programs based on repetition velocities completed in different exercises. [1][2][3][4] VBT has a number of advantages. First, a strong relationship exists between repetition velocities and both the 1 Repetition-Maximum (1RM) and the relative percentage of 1RM loads lifted in different exercises.…”

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Perception of bar velocity in resistance training: Accuracy levels within and between exercises

Sindiani,

Lazarus,

Iacono

et al. 2020

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Velocity-based training is a method used to monitor resistance-training programs based on repetition velocities measured with tracking devices. Since velocity measuring devices can be expensive and impractical, trainee’s perception of velocity (POV) may be used as a possible substitute. Here, 20 resistance-trained males first completed 1RM tests in the bench-press and squat. Then, in three counterbalanced sessions, participants completed four sets of eight repetitions in both exercises using 60%1RM (two-sessions) or 70%1RM. Starting from the second repetition, participants reported their POV of each repetition as a percentage of the first repetition. Accuracy was calculated as the difference between POV and actual-velocity measured with a linear-encoder. Two key findings emerged. First, the absolute error in both exercises was ~5.8 percentage-points in the second repetition, and it increased to 13.2 and 16.7 percentage-points by the eighth repetition, in the bench-press and squat, respectively. Second, participants were 4.2 times more likely to underestimate velocity in the squat. Given the gradual increments in the absolute error, POV may be better suited for sets of fewer repetitions (e.g., 4-5) and wider velocity-loss threshold ranges (e.g., 5-10%). Given the systematic underestimation error in the squat, a correction factor may increase POV accuracy in this exercise.

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The Role of Velocity Based Training in the Strength Periodization for Modern Athletes

Cited by 41 publications

References 19 publications

Validity and Reliability of the Inertial Measurement Unit for Barbell Velocity Assessments: A Systematic Review

Validity and Reliability of the Inertial Measurement Unit for Barbell Velocity Assessments: A Systematic Review

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

Perception of bar velocity in resistance training: Accuracy levels within and between exercises

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