Velocity-based training for coaches who care more about bar speed than bro science.https://vbtcoach.com/en-auhttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-based-training-for-powerlifting/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-based-training-for-powerlifting/Velocity Based Training is hugely beneficial for Powerlifters. Try these effective approaches to bar speed tracking for max strengthTue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT1rmstrengthhttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/faster-reps-vs-slow-reps-strength/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/faster-reps-vs-slow-reps-strength/Fast vs slow for strength? Both fast reps and slow reps have huge value in training, learn how to utilise both in your program to get strongThu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 GMTpowerstrengthintenthttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-based-training-devices-buyers-guide/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-based-training-devices-buyers-guide/An independent comparison of every major VBT device — accuracy, price, pros, cons — plus the best VBT app for your phone. Updated 2026.Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTmetricvbthttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/how-barbell-velocity-tracking-can-make-you-stronger/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/how-barbell-velocity-tracking-can-make-you-stronger/Whether it is conscious or subconscious, lifters are constantly analysing their sets through the lens of how fast the bar moves.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTstrengthprogramminghttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/1rm-strength-testing-a-complete-guide/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/1rm-strength-testing-a-complete-guide/Everything you need to know about testing, estimating and utilising the one repetition maximum in your trainingFri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT1rmprofilinghttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/vbt-log-planning-deloads-from-velocity-data/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/vbt-log-planning-deloads-from-velocity-data/A VBT traingin log - December 11, 2023: Getting sick, planning deloads and adjusting training with velocity based training readiness trendsSun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMTpracticalfatiguehttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/last-rep-velocity-and-rpe/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/last-rep-velocity-and-rpe/Ideal for powerlifters, last rep velocity and RPE combine to unlock incredible strength gains through improved training autoregulationThu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMTfatiguehttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/vbt-log-breaking-personal-bests/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/vbt-log-breaking-personal-bests/Setting new velocity records with the Metric training appSun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMTpracticalprofilinghttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/power-metrics-in-velocity-based-training-are-flawed/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/power-metrics-in-velocity-based-training-are-flawed/Measuring power with a bar speed tracker provides a simple, easy to understand metric that drives intent and motivation in training.Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTpowerhttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/is-overreaching-hurting-your-strength-and-muscle-gains/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/is-overreaching-hurting-your-strength-and-muscle-gains/Probably not, Imagine your training year like building a brick wall... Too much effort in one brick will compromise the entire structure.Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTfatiguehttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/the-risk-reward-of-training-to-failure/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/the-risk-reward-of-training-to-failure/Should you train to failure on every set? It depends on your goal. The science on failure for strength, size, recovery and injury — clearly explained.Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMTfatiguehttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/5-ways-to-measure-1rm-strength-in-the-gym/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/5-ways-to-measure-1rm-strength-in-the-gym/Five ways to find your true one-rep max — direct testing, calculator formulas, RPE estimation, velocity-based, AMRAP. Which one is most accurate for you?Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT1rmprofilinghttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/machine-vs-free-weights-for-performance/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/machine-vs-free-weights-for-performance/Machines, barbells & free weights are all incredible training tools. But which is best for building the most muscle or strengthWed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMThypertrophyprogrammingstrengthhttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/lets-cut-the-velocity-based-training-bullshit/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/lets-cut-the-velocity-based-training-bullshit/Some of my favourite and most effective ways to apply bar speed tracking technology to add velocity based training to your workoutsTue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMTprogrammingfundamentalshttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/1rm-and-velocity-based-training-vbt-a-complete-guide/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/1rm-and-velocity-based-training-vbt-a-complete-guide/How velocity-based training estimates your 1RM continuously, with no test session needed. The science, the math, and how to apply it from any session.Wed, 28 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT1rmprofilinghttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-based-training-for-bodybuilding-and-hypertrophy-training/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-based-training-for-bodybuilding-and-hypertrophy-training/VBT and bar speed tracking can help build muscle and accelerate your bodybuilding trainingThu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMTpracticalhttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/using-velocity-based-training-for-a-strength-rebuild/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/using-velocity-based-training-for-a-strength-rebuild/Practical examples and benefits to using velocity based training in your strength training program.Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMTfatiguestrengthhttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-zones-reimagined-training-and-programming-with-vbt/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-zones-reimagined-training-and-programming-with-vbt/Velocity zones are often misunderstood, dive into three practical ways to apply them for making strength and power gains with VBTMon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTvelocity-zoneshttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-logbook-and-vbt-1rm-calculator/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/velocity-logbook-and-vbt-1rm-calculator/Free training tool. Log all your workouts, bar speed data and RPE in one place with this spreadsheet training resource.Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://vbtcoach.com/blog/tracking-progress-in-the-gym-with-velocity-based-training/https://vbtcoach.com/blog/tracking-progress-in-the-gym-with-velocity-based-training/Using velocity to highlight progress can be a great way to keep athletes motivated and enable rapid program adjustmentsFri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMTprofilingfundamentals