Sports that use strength training

Sports that use strength training

How Samson-fit complements training in 23+ sports

Strength sports

Sports where strength is the foundation of achievement. Samson-fit develops maximum and explosive strength through isometric, dynamic and eccentric exercises.

Weightlifting

Isometric exercises strengthen muscles at 'sticking points' — where the barbell slows down. Developing strength in key phases of the lift.

Strength Explosive strength
Powerlifting

Complement to dynamic training: isometrics at 'sticking points' of squat, bench and deadlift. Strengthening ligaments and tendons.

Maximum strength Ligaments
Bodybuilding

Isometric exercises engage all muscle fibers, stimulate mitochondria growth and hormonal response for maximum hypertrophy.

Hypertrophy Mitochondria
Kettlebell sport

Developing strength endurance and grip. Strengthening stabilizer muscles for more effective kettlebell work.

Endurance Grip
CrossFit

Additional isometric work for strengthening weak links and injury prevention under high-intensity loads.

Versatility Injury prevention
Strongman

Isometric strength is key to holding heavy objects. The trainer develops grip strength, stabilizers and the entire core.

Grip Core
Power sport

Developing explosive strength and strength endurance for power sport competitive disciplines.

Explosive strength
Streetlifting

Strengthening ligaments and tendons for safe work with submaximal weights in the 'Bench Press' exercise.

Ligaments Safety
Armlifting

Specialized development of grip and forearms — key muscle groups in armlifting.

Grip Forearms

Combat sports

Grip strength, muscle endurance and core strength are key factors in combat sports.

Boxing, kickboxing (all MMA)

Isometric exercises strengthen the shoulder girdle, core and 'steel' grip for grappling. Developing punching power through stabilizer strengthening.

Punching power Core
All wrestling styles

Including national styles. Isometric strength is the foundation of wrestling: holds, throws, ground work. Strengthening grip, neck and core.

Grip Neck
Armwrestling

Targeted isometric work for developing specific strength of forearms, wrists and fingers — key muscle groups in armwrestling.

Forearms Wrists

Team sports

Strength training is an essential element of the training process in team sports.

Football

Strengthening legs, core and explosive power for shots, jumps and changes of direction. Prevention of knee and ankle injuries.

Legs Explosive strength
Rugby

Developing strength for contact tackling, grabs and pushes. Strengthening neck and shoulder girdle for contact safety.

Contact strength Neck
American football

Functional strength for blocks, tackles and throws. Strengthening core and lower body for stability.

Functional strength
All types of hockey

Shot power, balance on skates, stability in contact play. Strengthening legs, core and shoulder girdle.

Shot Balance
Basketball

Explosive leg power for jumps, core strength for shooting stability. Prevention of ankle injuries.

Jump Stability
Handball

Throwing power, strengthening shoulder girdle and wrists. Developing explosive strength for breaking through defense.

Throw Shoulders

Endurance and aesthetic sports

Endurance sports
Skiing, biathlon

Strength endurance of arms and core for powerful pushing. Strengthening stabilizers for skiing technique.

Swimming

Strengthening shoulder girdle, back and core for a more powerful stroke. Isometrics safely complements water training.

Athletics (all types)

Explosive power for sprints, strength endurance for running disciplines. Strengthening legs, core and shoulder girdle.

Aesthetic sports
Artistic gymnastics

Isometric strength is the foundation of gymnastics. Strengthening core, shoulders and grip for holding positions.

Rhythmic gymnastics

Developing flexibility, strength and coordination. Isometric exercises strengthen muscles without excessive hypertrophy.

Acrobatics

Powerful core, shoulder girdle and grip — the foundation for acrobatic elements. Safe strength development.

Figure skating

Strengthening legs and core for stable jumps and spins. Isometrics improves balance on ice.

How Samson-fit complements training

Injury prevention

Isometrics strengthen ligaments and tendons, reducing the risk of injuries during training and competition.

Strength endurance

Isometric exercises develop the ability of muscles to sustain effort — a key factor in many sports.

Rehabilitation

Safe isometric exercises for recovery after injuries — without risk of re-injury.

Time saving

10–15 minutes of isometrics replaces a long strength workout. Ideal as a complement to your main sport.

Complete list of sports

Strength
  1. Weightlifting
  2. Powerlifting
  3. Power sport
  4. Streetlifting
  5. Armlifting
  6. CrossFit
  7. Bodybuilding
  8. Strongman
  9. Kettlebell sport
  10. Armwrestling
Combat sports
  1. Boxing
  2. Kickboxing
  3. All MMA
  4. All wrestling styles (including national)
Team sports
  1. Football
  2. Rugby
  3. American football
  4. All types of hockey
  5. Basketball
  6. Handball
Endurance
  1. Athletics (all types)
  2. Skiing, biathlon
  3. Swimming
Aesthetic
  1. Artistic gymnastics
  2. Rhythmic gymnastics
  3. Acrobatics
  4. Figure skating

Strength for any sport

Regardless of the sport — isometric exercises on the Samson-fit trainer will complement your workouts, strengthen ligaments, develop strength endurance and help prevent injuries.

10–15 minutes, 3 times a week — and your athletic performance will improve.

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