WHAT IS IT? Potentiation serves to “prime” the neuromuscular system, increasing force/power generation as well as decreasing psychological inhibition during subsequent bouts. Used correctly, Potentiation Sets (PS) can potentially lead to greater muscle activation, improved performance, and increased muscle growth. Slowly work up to a weight that is ~110-150% of

Execution Cues: – Initialize the setup with a knee-high soft box or bench that is stable and resistant to sliding. The barbell should be loaded with standardized diameter plates (ideally, bumper plates) to create a consistent range-of-motion even with loads below 135lbs. The trainee should be able to easily roll