PuffinVBT Blog

Velocity-based training, explained for lifters and coaches.

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Built from a Master's Thesis: The Science Behind PuffinVBT

PuffinVBT grew out of a master's thesis in data science, validated against a reference sensor across nearly 1,700 training videos and thousands of pipeline configurations.

Sep 1, 2026 · 11 min read

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VBT vs RPE: Competitors or Complements?

RPE gives you how a set felt. VBT gives you how the bar actually moved. Here's why the best training uses both, and what to do when they disagree.

Aug 15, 2026 · 6 min read

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Why I Built PuffinVBT

The personal story behind PuffinVBT. A decade of lifting, a stubborn ego, coaches who know my body better than I do, and the realization that bar speed doesn't lie.

Jul 24, 2026 · 9 min read