--- title: Health & Fitness Blog - NASM | OPT Model (3) description: OPT Model | For health and fitness topics, backed by the latest research in the field, browse our blog for industry-leading findings. 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Consistent performance also requires an optimal balance between training and recovery. Mention the subject to most clients, though, and you’re likely to meet ... [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/opt/recovery-and-the-nasm-opt-model) [![The NASM-CPT Podcast Ep. 1 OPT Model](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/CPT-Podcast-Ep-1.png?width=723&name=CPT-Podcast-Ep-1.png)](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/the-nasm-cpt-podcast-ep1) [CPT](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/cpt) [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) [NASM CPT Podcast](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/nasm-cpt-podcast) [OPT Model](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/opt-model) ## [The NASM-CPT Podcast: Introducing the OPT™ Model](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/the-nasm-cpt-podcast-ep1) ![National Academy of Sports Medicine](https://blog.nasm.org/hubfs/13442383_10154150083743950_8553850781724889232_n.png) [National Academy of Sports Medicine](http://blog.nasm.org/author/national-academy-of-sports-medicine) | August 1, 2019 The OPT Model™, or Optimum Performance Training Model, is a fitness training system developed by NASM. The OPT Model is based on scientific evidence and principles that progresses an individual through five training phases: stabilization endurance, ... [Read More](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/the-nasm-cpt-podcast-ep1) [![Basketball player dunking ball into hoop](https://blog.nasm.org/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock_87853151_MEDIUM.-Slam-Dunk-750x375.jpg?width=723&name=iStock_87853151_MEDIUM.-Slam-Dunk-750x375.jpg)](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/powering-the-vertical-jump-with-opt) [CPT](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/cpt) [Fitness](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/fitness) [Sports Performance](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/sports-performance) [OPT Model](http://blog.nasm.org/tag/opt-model) ## [Powering the Vertical Jump with OPT](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/powering-the-vertical-jump-with-opt) [Sean Cristea](http://blog.nasm.org/author/sean-cristea) | December 24, 2016 A powerful vertical jump is often considered the epitome of athleticism. Many sports, such as basketball, volleyball, and some track and field events, require the athlete to perform at high levels in this movement \[1\]. However, many athletes find ... 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