OPT Model
OPT Model
The Optimal Performance Training model, in short OPT model provides a system for properly and safely progressing any client to his or her goals , by using integrated training methods. It consists of three levels.
stabilisation level
The stabilisation level adresses muscular imbalances and attempts to improve the stabilisation of joints and overal posture.
This is a component that most training programmes leave out even though it is arguably the most important to ensure proper neuromascular functioning.
This training level has one phase of training
Phase 1: Stabilisation Endurance Training
strength level
The strength level focused on enhasncing stabilisation endurance and prime mover strength simultaneously (phase 2 ), while also increasing muscle size (phase 3 ) or maximal strength (phase 4 )
Most traditional programmes typically begin at this point and, as a result, often lead to injury.
Phase 2: Strength Endurance Training
Phase 3: Hypertrophy Training
Phase 4: Maximum Strength Training
power level
The power level is designed to target specific forms of training that are necessary for maximal force production. This level has one phase of training.
Phase 5: Power Training
All these phases of training have been specifically designed to follow biomechanical, physiologic and functional principles of the human movement system.They provide a systematic progression that minimises injury and maximises results.