Question regarding power lifting and football...

[PNGIndianFan06]

This statement was made on the football thread by OldSchool,
"when have we ever had an outstanding track team? Track results don't mean a thing when it comes to football, neither does powerlifting" :huh:

Isn't weight training and power lifting was a significant part of the off season program for football?

I did not want to respond to this comment because I do not have the facts but I thought some of you who follow power lifting could respond.

I know I have heard that Bill Parcels say he is a stickler for weight training because he believes it reduces injuries in players.

What are your perspectives on the subject?

 

[IndianFan]

Track improves speed and endurance. Power lifting builds strength and power. A good football player possesses speed, endurance, strength and power.

Sounds like a good use of time.

 

[indian20106]

ray lewis would dissagree im sure and maurice jones-drew.. marion barber. brandon jacobs.