Glossary Term
Power
Power is the rate of force production and is often used in health and human performance to express speed and explosiveness. It focuses on the rate or velocity component of the power equation, which is the rate of work where work is equal to force x displacement. Plyometric box jumps are an example of an exercise that increases power and vertical jump height. Other synonyms for power include strength, force, and energy. Related terms include powerlifting, weightlifting, and explosive exercises.
Power: Power is the rate of work (Power = Force x Distance/Time). In health and human performance "power" is used most often to express speed and explosiveness, focusing on the rate or velocity portion of the power equation (Velocity = Distance/Time).Example, plyometric box jumps are done with the intent of increasing power (explosiveness) and vertical jump height.
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Synonyms
- Strength
- Force
- Energy
- Speed Strength
- Explosiveness