Strength training

[RiseAndFall]

I've often mused about the role of strength training as a part of a fencer's routine. I feel as though all kinds of athletes, regardless of their sport, can benefit from hitting the weights. Does anyone here regularly do weight training with the intent of developing more explosive movements? What kid of routine do you follow? Anyone care to share their experiences and how noticeable the outcome has been?

[noodle]

there already exists a huge number of threads on this topic. here are a few:
Conditioning
The Science of Nutrition and the Expense Behind It
Strength and Conditioning training
weight training
Weight Training and Successful fencers