Robert Pomazak
Robert Pomazak, MS, PES, SES, is a NASM-certified performance enhancement and speed specialist. He currently serves as strength and conditioning coordinator at Elk Grove High School (Elk Grove Village, Ill.), where he has taught physical education and coached varsity football and baseball for the past 10 years. Pomazak focuses on sport-specific program development and performance training for high school athletes.
April 26, 2013 |
Robert Pomazak
Most of us only dream about working out in state-of-the-art facilities like the pros who populate STACK training videos.
It's a bit of a letdown when we get back to the reality of our rundown gym. Most of us lack access...
February 22, 2013 |
Robert Pomazak
It's easy to get wrapped up in building your large muscles during off-season training for football. However, one area that you can't afford to overlook is your grip. Grip strength can be the difference maker when making a game winning...
February 7, 2013 |
Robert Pomazak
You may have seen it at the gym or read about it here at STACK.com: use of the TRX Suspension Trainer is on the rise among athletes. TRX equipment was designed to keep U.S. Navy SEALS in shape while in...
January 29, 2013 |
Robert Pomazak
Off-season football training is in full swing, and I am sure you have a solid plan in place. But take a good look at your program and ask yourself if you are training simply to gain strength or to actually...
January 8, 2013 |
Robert Pomazak
After ringing in the New Year, it's likely that you are setting goals and making resolutions. This is a great time to refine your workouts to help you achieve superior gains and reach your maximum potential. Starting out the year...
December 11, 2012 |
Robert Pomazak
The greatest challenge and most overlooked factor for increasing an athlete's speed is the need to acquire strength and power. Being explosive and quick requires force, and strength is the muscular ability to produce force, whereas power helps you expend...
December 4, 2012 |
Robert Pomazak
'Tis the season for playoff football and the crowning of state champions. That said, the team that stays the healthiest often has best chance of realizing their dream.
This article presents easy ways to keep yourself at the top your game...
November 12, 2012 |
Robert Pomazak
Just like the SAT, ACT or your midterm in Spanish III, a football combine is a test—one that you can ace if you study. Good news: “studying” for this particular test means learning to run faster, jump higher, and just...
November 2, 2012 |
Robert Pomazak
Unfortunately, the beginning of the school year and the football season can mark the end of a consistent strength and conditioning program. Some athletes may be celebrating the end of dreaded two-a-days while regretting the resumption of eight hours of...
August 24, 2012 |
Robert Pomazak
If you're unfamiliar with Lululemon Athletica, their mission is to create quality training clothing that combines technology with style to fit both form and function. Their latest summer looks were made for everyday wear and performance training.
5-Year Basic Tee
The 5-year...