?? From the Super Bowl to the NFL Combine: Rethinking Athletic Testing
The Super Bowl may be over, but for coaches, trainers, and performance professionals in the NFL, the real evaluation season is just beginning. As the NFL Combine approaches, the conversation shifts from game-day execution to how we define and measure athleticism at the highest level.
While this discussion often focuses on elite athletes, the principles of physical assessment, strength development, and performance optimization extend far beyond professional sports. Whether working with athletes, clients striving for fitness goals, or tactical professionals who depend on strength, agility, and endurance, understanding how to assess and develop athleticism is key.
So...
?? What truly defines "athleticism"?
?? How do we measure strength, speed, agility, and endurance effectively?
?? How is technology reshaping performance testing across sports, fitness, and tactical fields?
In this article, Dr. Joe Eisenmann—a leading sports scientist, researcher, and strength coach—explores the evolution of athletic testing, from traditional methods to today's AI-powered, data-driven approaches.
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?? What’s the top performance metric you use to evaluate athleticism or fitness? Drop your thoughts in the comments!