PHRE 5003 – High Performance Training for Sport

This course focuses on training strategies and tools appropriate for athletic populations. In particular, students will learn: 1-RM strength testing, Wingate protocols, Tabata training, snatch progressions, clean progressions, plyometrics.

Target population: Athletes, advanced clients

  • Course Instructor: Graeme Thomas
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  • Semester: Four

Lab Sections:

  • Section 1: Thursday 8 – 10 AM
  • Section 2: Friday 10 – 12 PM
  • Section 3: Thursday 10 – 12 PM
  • Section 4: Friday 12 – 2 PM

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Course: FHP - KnowledgeMovement Pattern: Press | horizontalTarget: Pec MajorSynergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior)
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Key Teaching PointsExpectation: [if 456 equals="Supervised Practice"]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal="Supervised Practice"]Independent Learning[/if 456][579]
Description:
  1. Set both pulleys directly at (or slightly above) shoulder height and select the desired weight.
  2. Grasp both handles with a neutral grip and take a step forward to split the stance.
  3. Press the handles to lockout while flexing the pecs and extending the elbows.
  4. Keep a slight bend in the elbows, move entirely at the shoulder joint, and slowly allow the arms to open while the pecs stretch.
  5. Return to the starting position by flexing your pecs and bringing the handles together at chest height.
  6. Slowly lower back to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Error(s): Using Excessive Momentum
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