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ADVANCED TRAININGFOR ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE
INTRODUCTION
Interactive Metronome, Inc. was founded in the early 1990's
In 2001, a new training protocol was developed for athletic performance applications.
Patented IM program was introduced for the first time in 1999 to qualified
professionals.
Leaders in the field of athletic performance are incorporating the IM training program into their workouts and showing impressive results.
Today, IM trained athletes and institutions include:
INTRODUCTION
Notre Dame North Carolina
Syracuse Miami
TOP DIVISION I ATHLETIC PROGRAMS
PRO TEAMS
NFL Miami Dolphins
NBA Miami Heat
Miami Panthers
Significance of Timing
• One of the basic elements of our existence
• Timing and rhythm play a vital role in movement and the production of neuromuscular efficiency.
• Planning, Sequencing, and Timing have been difficult to evaluate and improve, until now…
WHAT IS IM?
• The Interactive Metronome (IM) is a patented, interactive training system that accurately measures and improves a person’s rhythm and timing.
• By improving this fundamental ability, IM positively impacts athletic performance
As the athlete listens, he/she performs various hand and foot exercises for a high number of repetitions to a rhythmic beat.
During each session, the computer produces a metronome beat heard through headphones.
HOW DOES IM WORK?
HOW DOES IM WORK?
Auditory guide tones provide immediate feedback, letting the athlete know if his/her response was on time, early or late.
If you hit too early, a guide
sound on the left is heard.
If you hit right on the beat, a reward
sound is heard in both ears.
If you hit too late, a guide sound on
the right is heard.
HOW DOES IM WORK?
The difference between the athlete’s response and the actual beat is measured in milliseconds and a score is provided. The ultimate goal is to achieve a low IM score, which indicates improved accuracy and performance.
IM score (ms.) Range
30 and under Exceptional
31 – 40 Above Average
41-120 Average
121-200 Below Average
Why IM Works
Theoretical Concepts
During advanced thinking and problem solving, the ability to plan and sequence thoughts with behaviors occurs at a basic, fundamental level
IM physical motion exercises are used as “outward catalysts” which help the athlete directly improve neurological or “inward mental” function
Why IM Works
Research has clearly shown that the brain learns through repetition of precise activities.
By keeping the beat, IM “trains the brain” to plan, sequence and process information more effectively.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Over a decade of clinical research on IM demonstrates that gains in motor planning,
sequencing and timing lead to improvements in:
ATTENTION / FOCUS
MOTOR CONTROL / COORDINATION
MENTAL PROCESSING SPEED
OVERALL EXECUTION
IM TRAINING SUMMARY
Time Efficient Format:
Active Training Process:
Training consists of 12 to 18 sessions over a 6 to 9 week period.
13 different exercises keep athletes engaged and challenged.
Immediate Feedback:
Auditory guide tones help the athlete achieve perfect timing.
Builds Mental
Endurance
This conditioning process exercises and builds the core mental skills essential for superior athletic performance.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS: WHERE IM FITS
The IM Training program serves the sports industry's need for a proven, systematic method to train key mental capacities for optimal athletic performance.
MechanicalPhysical
Emo-tional
MentalNutri-tional
IM TRAINING
SPORTS INDUSTRY BENEFITS
Establishes new set of performance standards
- For evaluation of new and existing players &
- For development of players
Builds team unity & player confidence in another essential area
Beneficial activity that conserves physical resources of players
Productive and efficient use of time in off-season and pre-season
Golf Shot Accuracy Study
High School Performance Professional Football Team Results
IM RESULTS
9 Iron 7 Iron 5 Iron Driver Overall-10%
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Golf Shot Accuracy Study
IM Group Control Group
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t 20% Overall Gain in Shot
Accuracy
35% Increase for advanced golfers who had
consistent swing mechanics
Golf Study
* Published in The Journal of General Psychology, March 2002
Study shows significant improvement in the IM trained group.
Golf Study
- Featured in Golf Digest
Magazine, February 2003
“The Interactive Metronome is the hottest piece of workout equipment
on the (PGA) tour.” Scott Riehl, head strength and conditioning
specialist for the PGA tour reported that players Vijay Singh and Glen
Day trained on the IM and produced an IM score of less than 15, “which is
a strong indicator of how good a golfer’s timing has to be.”
St. Thomas High SchoolTeam-Based Case Study
All Varsity Offensive and Defensive Football Players Selected for IM training
Trained During Pre-Season (Two-Times a Day Practice in August)
St. Thomas Aquinas Football 2000 vs. 2001 Season Comparison
2000 2001 % Improvement
Points Scored (1st Half)
225 342 52.0%
3rd Down Conversion % (1st Half)
40.9% 50.8% 24.2%
Total Fumbles 33 25 -24.2%
Total Penalties 123 91 26.0%
St. Thomas High School Team-Based Case Study
Pre-Test
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10
Day 11
Task 1
46.157058823529
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35.08 31.570277777777
8
25.75 22.523846153846
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19.287586206896
6
21.204827586206
9
17.971935483871
17.424827586206
9
17.738214285714
3
15.227586206896
6
Task 2
70.112647058823
5
51.3 33.33 24.137575757575
8
18.879615384615
4
17.871034482758
6
19.228965517241
4
16.515806451612
9
15.434482758620
7
15.375357142857
1
14.589310344827
6
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Group Progress (Short Form Scores)
99th Percentile National Ranking
55th Percentile National Ranking
St. Thomas Aquinas Football IM Timing Improved 80%
Student/Athletes began the 12
session format at the 50th
percentile and finished at the 99th
percentile.
15-1 Final Record 2002 Runner-up Florida State Champions Stats comparison vs. 2001 Season
- Improved Offensive Efficiency- Improved Execution, Especially at Critical Times (3rd Down Conversions)- Reduction of Mental Miscues, (i.e. Fumbles)- Fewer Penalties (Classic Mental Mistakes)
St. Thomas High School On-Field Performance
Turned “Rebuilding Year” into Undefeated Regular Season
The Miami Dolphins have added the IM training program into their off-season and regular season workouts to build and refine their players'
mental skills, as reported by the Miami Herald – Oct. 2, 2002.
The Dolphins offensive starters plus additional key players completed the IM program under the direction of John Gamble, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.
STAYING FOCUSED
Dolphins Offensive lineman, Brent Smith keeps pace with an Interactive Metronome program - designed to hone concentration, mental processing speed, and timing.
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Dolphin's "Mind Speed" Pre/Post Testing Results
Pre Test Post Test
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70% Increase in Time Accuracy
300% Gain in the ability to concentrate in a "zone" like mental state
Training on the program produced:
Over 60% improvement in mental processing speed
CNN International, WABC New York, CBS, Fox 13 Tampa Bay and more…
Health Segments aired on 100+ TV affiliates and radio stations
CBS Early Show with Bryant Gumbel
U.S. News & World Report
Feature articles by leading publications
IM Has Received Broad Media Recognition
“It’s a program of focus and concentration enhancement that allows a player to better focus all of his energies on the given task. If you have
the ability to focus and concentrate … then especially in pressure situations you’re much
clearer in your thoughts and your view of what’s taking place. And, therefore it should enhance the
ability to make big plays.”
--Tyrone Willingham, head coach of Notre Dame, interviewed during ESPN College Gameday Special Report on IM
September 13, 2003
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