Bryan McCall

Bryan McCall, CSCS, is the performance director with the Michael Johnson Performance Training Center at SPIRE Institute in Geneva, Ohio. He has worked in the performance enhancement field for more than a decade, most recently as performance director at Champions Training Academy. McCall has also done sport-specific training for the Baseball Factory, the leading scouting organization for elite baseball players; the Dallas Texans, a top-ranked Nike-sponsored soccer club; and Nike high school football training camps. He has a bachelor's degree in exercise science from the University of Texas at Arlington.

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How Strong is Your Core?

December 26, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Many fitness-minded individuals, members of the general public and even athletes lack true core strength. They may be able to rip out crunches, but they will colossally fail any true test of core strength. (Read about the death of the...

3 Mobility Exercises to Prevent Upper-Crossed Syndrome

October 17, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Many athletes suffer from upper-crossed syndrome, a forward rounding of the shoulders and back, which impairs skill technique, reduces strength and raises the risk of injury. Tight chest and upper back muscles and weak mid-back muscles cause the poor forward posture...

How to Prevent Jumper's Knee

September 27, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Patella pain is a leading complaint among athletes. Patellofemoral syndrome commonly affects athletes who jump frequently—hence the nickname "jumper's knee"—but non-jumping athletes can also fall victim to the condition. What is Patellofemoral Syndrome? Cartilage under the patella (knee cap) can be softened...

Drills to Improve Every Aspect of Your Vision

July 23, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Looking for a new way to take your game to the next level? Maybe its time to improve your vision. If you could coach your eyes to capture more information, your brain to process that information better and your nervous...

The Best Exercises for Complete Core Strength

July 19, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Core strength is an essential part of any athlete's training. A properly trained core results in increased overall strength, power, balance and even speed. Plus, it reduces the risk of injury and improves the quality of your workouts. The problem is...

A 3-Part Strategy for Preventing Ankle Injuries

July 11, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Ankle sprains are the most common injuries in sports. A simple misstep can damage your joint and land you on the sideline. Fortunately, you can actively prevent ankle injuries with a mobility, stability and strength program. Before going into a training...

Avoid These Common 40-Yard Dash Start Mistakes

March 18, 2012 | Bryan McCall

Are you sabotaging your 40 time by starting wrong? The following are three common 40-Yard Dash start mistakes athletes make, together with quick fixes you can implement during your next speed drill session. 1. Base Too Wide The most common flaw I...

Reduce Low Back Pain By Foam Rolling and Stretching

February 22, 2012 | Bryan McCall

The low back is a complex network of muscles, bones and connective tissue. Unfortunately, it's a source of pain in 90 percent of Americans, including athletes, who are highly susceptible because of the extreme stress placed on their bodies. Typically...

Dynamic Preparation for Pitchers, Part 2

May 10, 2011 | Bryan McCall

The first phase of this Dynamic Warm-Up targeted lower-body muscles and joints. [View part one of this Dynamic Preparation Series.] This second part focuses on preparing the core area and shoulders. Our approach to dynamic preparation before a training session, practice...

Dynamic Preparation for Pitchers, Part 1

April 19, 2011 | Bryan McCall

The Dynamic Warm-Up is an essential precursor to every training session, and it consists of four key components. First, the warm-up needs to be consistent and easily reproducible. My approach on this has changed over the years. Instead of doing a...