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The Strength Initiative @Strength_Init

Our mission is to inspire participation in strength-based activities across the lifespan through practical interpretation and application of innovative research

Joined March 2021
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Great work by TSI Chair, @dan_hoek on this article for The Conversation.
The Conversation - Australia New Zealand
@ConversationEDU
13 Oct 2025
Have you ever thought of your body as a portable gym? It can be, whether it's squats in the park or push-ups at home. @jacksonfyfe @dan_Hoek @Deakin @usceduau theconversation.com/your-bod…
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Dr Dan van den Hoek@danvandenhoek
13 Mar 2025
🏎️💨 What’s it like hitting 300 kph at Albert Park’s iconic #F1 circuit? Ask Aussie stars @OscarPiastri or @jackdoohan33 —they’ll tell you it’s all about precision: when to brake, where to turn, & nailing the perfect line. Dive into the science behind F1: theconversation.com/do-it-wi…

Do it with your eyes closed: how Formula 1 drivers memorise race tracks before even stepping foot...

Simulators are making life safer for Formula 1 drivers, who can now memorise every twist and turn of a track before driving on it.

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Is powerlifting the new #FountainOfYouth? Check out the podcast from @dan_hoek with @evidencestrong wix.to/Z4SSCtQ

Powerlifting: The new fountain of youth?

Powerlifting is a viable option for a health intervention across the lifespan. Can other strength sports, like Olympic weightlifting be used as a health intervention for all ages too?

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#Powerlifting is about more than just brute #Strength. Check out our new blog post. More content to be added weekly. thestrengthinitiative.com/po…

Powerlifting: More Than Just Brute Strength?!

Powerlifting is a sport of strength and strategy, offering significant gains for all ages and genders with consistent, long-term training.

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Para Powerlifting@Powerlifting
24 Aug 2024
🗓️🥇#ParaPowerlifting schedule at #Paris2024 🏟️: Porte de La Chapelle Arena 🎟️: bit.ly/3ttqm56 📺: youtube.com/paralympics #Paralympics
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Dr Dan van den Hoek@danvandenhoek
3 Sep 2024
After being wowed by Olympic athletes in Paris, it’s time to take notice of exceptional Paralympic exploits. Thanks to Angelo Macaro from @SWDA_Qld for collaborating on this article for @ConversationEDU theconversation.com/after-be…

After being wowed by Olympic athletes in Paris, it’s time to take notice of exceptional Paralympic...

While many people can tell you Michael Phelps won 23 gold medals, three silver and two bronze, he is still a whopping 27 medals behind the greatest Paralympian of all time.

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Dr Dan van den Hoek@danvandenhoek
8 Jul 2024
1/2 Our manuscript reporting #strength norms in #powerlifting is accepted in @_JSAMS Check out thestrengthinitiative.com to try the calculator @clatella1 @Joel__Garrett @adele_hoek @Strength_Init @PatrickOwenPhD

The Strength Initative | Strength Norms Calculator For Power lifting

Compare your strength to global powerlifting norms with our calculator based on van den Hoek et al's (2024) data. Analyze your squat, bench press, and deadlift against others in your age, sex, and...

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Strength & Conditioning Vacancies@sandcvacancies
4 Mar 2024
Red Bull, Sport Scientist (Austria), full-time. jobs.redbull.com/at-de/thalg…
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Christopher Latella@clatella1
29 Feb 2024
If you, or someone you know in the #Perth community suffers from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome please get in touch. #chronicfatiguesyndrome #CFS #motoneurons @EdithCowanUni @EdithCowan @JamesLNuzzo
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"Important Features of Bench Press Performance in Non-Disabled and Para Athletes: A Scoping Review" — Read it on @ResearchGate: researchgate.net/publication…

(PDF) Important Features of Bench Press Performance in Non-Disabled and Para Athletes: A Scoping...

PDF | Background: Understanding the features important for performance in non-disabled bench press and Paralympic powerlifting may help inform talent... | Find, read and cite all the research you...

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Dr Dan van den Hoek@danvandenhoek
7 Dec 2023
It was a privilege to work with @clatella1 @JamesSteeleII @pakpatroklos and the broader team on the paper now published in @SportsMedicineJ #powerlifting #StrengthAdaptation #Published #10in2023 @Strength_Init
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Check out our own @dan_hoek Chatting with @_lawrenceking and @Shanestorey94 From the Strength Syndicate Podcast. instagram.com/reel/CzbZvuFsJ…

Shane Storey - Strength & Physique Coach (@sstorey94) • Instagram reel

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Sportsmith
@SportsmithHQ
6 Oct 2023
"In Formula 1, you are not the priority and nothing will be made easy. Your success will be driven by how effective you can be between the priorities" @PaulJamesWalker sportsmith.co/articles/train…

Training the team behind the driver in Formula 1 - Sportsmith

We see the drivers in the Formula 1 spotlight each race weekend, but how do the team behind the team improve their performance?

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Sportsmith
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27 Sep 2023
The role of neck strength and motor control to reduce concussion risk A thread 🧵 Info c/o @joel__garrett sportsmith.co/articles/the-r…

The role of neck strength and motor control to reduce concussion risk - Sportsmith

The neck is one of the most misunderstood parts of the body when it comes to strength training. How do we train it to reduce concussion risk?

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Sportsmith
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27 Sep 2023
"A low flexion/extension ratio of <0.60 has been associated with a higher injury risk with a F/E closer to 1 being recommended for a number of contact sport athletes" @Joel__Garrett sportsmith.co/articles/the-r…

The role of neck strength and motor control to reduce concussion risk - Sportsmith

The neck is one of the most misunderstood parts of the body when it comes to strength training. How do we train it to reduce concussion risk?

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Dr Dan van den Hoek@danvandenhoek
25 Sep 2023
Our latest research is now available from @NSCASCJonline A scoping review of the physiologic profiles of motorsports athletes. Congratulations to Pat Beaumont on this first author publication. @JustinJHolland @Joel__Garrett @Strength_Init journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/ab…
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Cathie Reid AM@cathiereid
17 Sep 2023
Great to see the @brisbanelions wheelchair AFL team fresh from their QClash victory at Brighton Homes Arena tonight supporting @lionsaflw 🦁
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Andrew Wellington@AJWellytweet
17 Sep 2023
Congratulations ⁦@brisbanelions⁩ wheelchair AFL team, superbly coached by ⁦@MichaelDobbie⁩, who played ⁦@GoldCoastSUNS⁩ today and won QClashcup. Both teams were inspiring to watch. Credit to ⁦@AFLQ⁩ for driving this and Pathways to Care for their support.
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Congratulations to the @brisbanelions and TSI member @dan_hoek for their win in the first of two #QClash games in the @AFLQ Wheelchair Football League on Sunday.
Dr Dan van den Hoek@danvandenhoek
12 Sep 2023
Leadership starts at the top. Thanks @AJWellytweet for welcoming us to the #Lions family and for joining us for the Q-Clash.
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Joel Garrett@Joel__Garrett
12 Sep 2023
Whether you do a lot, a little or are unsure of what to do, we want to hear from you on strategies to ⬇️ concussions in sports. Link ⬇️ researchsurvey.griffith.edu.… @the_ASCA, @ESSA_NEWS, @NSCA, @ACSMNews, @basesuk, @UKSCA, @apaphysio, @AAOMPT, @physiosinsport, @ScienceforSport
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