Normalized isokinetic strength training performance and prescription

Abstract

Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a computer system of an exercise machine for maximizing muscle recruitment through capability based concentric and eccentric training. The system includes a communication interface; at least one processor, operatively coupled to the communication interface; at least one computer readable memory having a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium configured to store instructions, that when executed by the processor are configured to establish a machine set-up, on the exercise machine, consistent with joint angle standards for a dynamic isokinetic resistance exercise on the exercise machine; establish a machine position, on the exercise machine, for a prescribed joint angle position during an isometric force production evaluation exercise performed on the exercise machine; calculate a maximum isometric effort at a prescribed joint angle for one or more exercises performed on the exercise machine; and calculate a baseline resistance level for at least one protocol.