Dynamic Training with Bands. The Best Way To Go.

There is a reason why I didn't show you any dynamic training movements with dumbbells.  If you followed what I mentioned to you about Force being a big part of Power, along with Velocity, you will understand why I advocate bands as opposed to dumbbells.

Take for instance the Squat.  Alot of people will lighten the weight for their "Power" sets.  They will then perform the set with reps as fast as they can, usually bouncing up from the bottom, putting all kinds of strain on the knees.  I do understand the thought process.  However, although the Velocity is there, once you get the weight moving, it becomes momentum, more than strength, that is moving the bar.  You are really not having to exert too much force at all.  This scenario gets magnified on a movement such as an overhead Push-Press, where you can throw your whole body into it.

Why does this happen?

Because if you take a 200 pound barbell, that's what it is, 200 pounds.  At the start of the movement, in the middle of the movement , at the end of the movement, and all points in between.

If you use that same 200 pound barbell in conjunction with bands, you will have incremental tension as you push.  At the start of the movement it will be 200-ish pounds.  But as you ascend and stretch the band, the weight will become greater, and you will truly have to push as well as keep up the Velocity. 
My next video will incorporate more dynamic band training, with alot of variations.

The Pole Squat that I showed you, is a great example of "Power" training.  Work done at a quick rate, or Force X Velocity.  You just have to make sure that you are giving yourself enough tension at the bottom.  Don't be too soft. Make sure that there is a reasonable tension at the starting point.  Don't forget, you do want to have to push hard at each point of the movement. You will have to push through the whole movement.  It's alot more about Strength as well as Velocity.
Save yourself.  Stop throwing around those dumbbells and barbells. You want real Power Training?  Get yourself some bands, and get going.