Normalization of rapid force to peak force in an isometric hamstring assessment using force plates

Barber, R.; Fahey, J.T.; Comfort, P.; Ripley, N.J.

doi:10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100450

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Normalization of rapid force to peak force in an isometric hamstring assessment using force plates (2024)
Journal Article
Barber, R., Fahey, J., Comfort, P., & Ripley, N. (2024). Normalization of rapid force to peak force in an isometric hamstring assessment using force plates. Apunts Sports Medicine, 59(223), 100450. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apunsm.2024.100450

Purpose The aim of this investigation was to determine the reliability of normalizing rapid force (RF) production to peak force assessed during an isometric knee flexor assessment, and to present a novel method of classifying athletes' potential tra... Read More about Normalization of rapid force to peak force in an isometric hamstring assessment using force plates.