How to Stretch Your Calves Before a Workout
Calf stretches are one of the most important stretches you can perform before walking, running or sprinting. Your foot is the first body part to apply force and touch the [...]
How Flying Sprints Will Help You Get Faster
If you want to increase your top speed, running traditional sprints will only take you so far. By the time you accelerate and hit your top speed, fatigue will set [...]
Running Back 3-Step Cut Drill
Becoming a better running back requires workouts designed to develop speed, vision, balance and agility. One I highly recommend for developing lateral movement and cutting speed—essential for eluding tacklers—is called the [...]
Perfect Running Form Checklist and Tips
No matter how fast you are, running in perfect form is the only way your body will be able to achieve top speeds. Run efficiently without wasting energy and prevent [...]
The Dumbbell Deadlift: Perfect for Weight Room Beginners
One of the best exercises to build lower-body strength and challenge your entire body is the Dumbbell Deadlift. Although many athletes flock to the standard Deadlift, don't discount the value [...]
The Basics of Static Stretching
Static stretching should be an important part of your training program to prevent injuries and prepare your muscles for your workout. Static stretching has several benefits; for example, it relieves [...]