How Power Training Differs from Strength

Direct Answer
Power training emphasizes rapid force production, while strength training focuses on maximal force output regardless of speed.

Primary Differences
Strength training improves force capacity through high-load resistance. Power training emphasizes rate of force development using lighter loads moved explosively.

Fatigue Considerations
Power training places greater demands on the nervous system and requires higher readiness and longer recovery between efforts.

Practical Relevance
Power training should be layered onto an existing strength base and performed when fatigue is low to preserve movement quality.

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