Compensatory acceleration training should be performed at what percent of a tactical athlete's 1 RM?

Compensatory acceleration training (CAT) is designed to enhance power output and strength by encouraging athletes to accelerate the barbell during their lifts. Performing this technique at 60 to 80 percent of a tactical athlete's one-repetition maximum (1 RM) is ideal because this range allows for sufficient load to maintain strength while still enabling the athlete to exert maximum effort in accelerating the weight.

At this intensity, athletes can effectively focus on the explosive component of their lifts, which is crucial for developing the type of power needed in tactical situations. It challenges the neuromuscular system sufficiently to induce strength gains while simultaneously allowing the athlete to perform explosive movements without compromising form or risking injury.

Lifting at lower percentages, such as 20 to 30 percent, would likely not provide enough resistance to effectively stimulate strength adaptations. Conversely, attempting to lift at 95 percent could lead to compromised performance and form due to the need for maximum effort, which would not effectively support the goal of acceleration in movement dynamics. Thus, the 60 to 80 percent range supports optimal training outcomes for tactical athletes undergoing compensatory acceleration training.