The Strength Initiative

Our mission is to inspire participation in strength-based activities across the lifespan through practical interpretation and application of innovative research

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

Great work by TSI Chair, @dan_hoek on this article for The Conversation.

[The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand @ConversationEDU]

Have you ever thought of your body as a portable gym? It can be, whether it's squats in the park or push-ups at home. @jacksonfyfe @dan_Hoek @Deakin @usceduau https://t.co/uNXlUo8Qb2

[Dr Dan van den Hoek @danvandenhoek]

🏎️💨 What’s it like hitting 300 kph at Albert Park’s iconic #F1 circuit? Ask Aussie stars @OscarPiastri or @jackdoohan33 —they’ll tell you it’s all about precision: when to brake, where to turn, & nailing the perfect line. Dive into the science behind F1: https://t.co/Huz3mUuPbt

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

Is powerlifting the new #FountainOfYouth?
Check out the podcast from @dan_hoek with @evidencestrong https://t.co/rtjBHMVDlA

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

#Powerlifting is about more than just brute #Strength.
Check out our new blog post. More content to be added weekly.
https://t.co/F8cKFDPUMv

[Para Powerlifting @Powerlifting]

🗓️🥇#ParaPowerlifting schedule at #Paris2024

🏟️: Porte de La Chapelle Arena
🎟️: https://t.co/C2ASvTzzE9
📺: https://t.co/FNWker1hQb

#Paralympics

[Dr Dan van den Hoek @danvandenhoek]

After being wowed by Olympic athletes in Paris, it’s time to take notice of exceptional Paralympic exploits.
Thanks to Angelo Macaro from @SWDA_Qld for collaborating on this article for @ConversationEDU
https://t.co/CNxIKehuc0

[Dr Dan van den Hoek @danvandenhoek]

1/2 Our manuscript reporting #strength norms in #powerlifting is accepted in @_JSAMS
Check out https://t.co/APk5aZ0nLI to try the calculator @clatella1 @Joel__Garrett @adele_hoek @Strength_Init @PatrickOwenPhD

[Strength & Conditioning Vacancies @sandcvacancies]

Red Bull, Sport Scientist (Austria), full-time.

https://t.co/dVrMclNeS8

[Christopher Latella @clatella1]

If you, or someone you know in the #Perth community suffers from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome please get in touch.
#chronicfatiguesyndrome #CFS #motoneurons @EdithCowanUni @EdithCowan @JamesLNuzzo

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

@DerekGriffin86 @dan_hoek @mnoetel @usceduau @abcnews @ESSA_NEWS Please feel free to provide your evidence to the contrary @DerekGriffin86

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

"Important Features of Bench Press Performance in Non-Disabled and Para Athletes: A Scoping Review" — Read it on @ResearchGate: https://t.co/zcla2fPPRO

[Dr Dan van den Hoek @danvandenhoek]

It was a privilege to work with @clatella1 @JamesSteeleII @pakpatroklos and the broader team on the paper now published in @SportsMedicineJ
#powerlifting #StrengthAdaptation #Published #10in2023 @Strength_Init

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

Check out our own @dan_hoek
Chatting with @_lawrenceking
and @Shanestorey94
From the Strength Syndicate Podcast.
https://t.co/GHGnA62nyH

[Sportsmith @SportsmithHQ]

"In Formula 1, you are not the priority and nothing will be made easy. Your success will be driven by how effective you can be between the priorities"

@PaulJamesWalker

https://t.co/PQSEE9DV89

[Sportsmith @SportsmithHQ]

The role of neck strength and motor control to reduce concussion risk

A thread 🧵

Info c/o @joel__garrett

https://t.co/8rSSya2lmC

[Sportsmith @SportsmithHQ]

"A low flexion/extension ratio of <0.60 has been associated with a higher injury risk with a F/E closer to 1 being recommended for a number of contact sport athletes"

@Joel__Garrett

https://t.co/8rSSya1Nx4

[Dr Dan van den Hoek @danvandenhoek]

Our latest research is now available from @NSCASCJonline
A scoping review of the physiologic profiles of motorsports athletes.
Congratulations to Pat Beaumont on this first author publication.
@JustinJHolland @Joel__Garrett @Strength_Init
https://t.co/BtyqVxKgDn

[Cathie Reid AM @cathiereid]

Great to see the @brisbanelions wheelchair AFL team fresh from their QClash victory at Brighton Homes Arena tonight supporting @lionsaflw 🦁

[Andrew Wellington @AJWellytweet]

Congratulations ⁦@brisbanelions⁩ wheelchair AFL team, superbly coached by ⁦@MichaelDobbie⁩, who played ⁦@GoldCoastSUNS⁩ today and won QClashcup. Both teams were inspiring to watch. Credit to ⁦@AFLQ⁩ for driving this and Pathways to Care for their support.

[The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init]

Congratulations to the @brisbanelions and TSI member @dan_hoek for their win in the first of two #QClash games in the @AFLQ Wheelchair Football League on Sunday.

[Dr Dan van den Hoek @danvandenhoek]

Leadership starts at the top. Thanks @AJWellytweet for welcoming us to the #Lions family and for joining us for the Q-Clash.