Neuro Dynamics

Neuro-rate(speed)- This is movement associated with the quickest neural rate and transmission. Examples of neuro-rate movements are tapping the hands and feet as fast as possible, cycling the legs, and other movements that require speed above all else.

Neuro-Magnitude (level)- This is movement that is associated with the greatest electrical activity, tension recruitment, and force manipulated (motor unit recruitment) - Examples of neuro-magnitude dominant events are activities associated with the greatest power displayed with great acceleration. Reactive activities fit well into this modality and they include exercises such as bench press throws and catches, depth jumps, jump squats, etc. Neuro-magnitude dominant activities show the highest level of absolute neural output.

Neuro-Duration(length of neural output or strength)-This is movement that is associated with the length of the electrical activity. The ability to struggle against a heavy load or display strength is an example of neuro-duration work.

Neuro-Dynamic Combinations

Speed as in a sprint is comprised of both neuro-magnitude and neuro-rate capacities. Neuro-magnitude would be the level of force you put into the ground with each stride (magnitude of force). Neuro-rate would be the speed at which your limbs move (stride rate). Keep in mind in this situation that neuro-magnitude also relies on neuro-duration capacity.

Strength is a combination of neuro-magnitude and neuro-duration functions. Magnitude would be the ability to apply a maximal level of electrical energy against the load, where duration would be the length of time you can apply that energy.