Conditioning Training
Why I Encourage My Athletes to Put Their Hands on Their Knees When Tired
If you ever played a sport growing up, chances are you heard a coach yell, “Get your hands off your knees!" while you and your teammates were gasping for air. [...]
The Common Mistake Behind Many Football Losing Streaks
For football teams around the country, it’s gut-check time. From high school to pros, most teams now have a couple games under their belt. The excuse of “early season jitters” [...]
5 Cardio Routines for People Who Hate Running
After a decadent night out in the North End of Boston which concluded with a cappuccino and cannoli, I felt the need to get moving and stay moving the next [...]
What Athletes Need to Know About The Nervous System
The Nervous System consist of three major parts: the central nervous system (CNS), peripheral nervous system (PNS), and autonomic nervous system (ANS). Each system is a complex collection of nerves [...]
Stanley Cup Star Ryan O’Reilly Fueled by Rigorous, Unorthodox Training
Ryan O'Reilly is leading the St. Louis Blues to the promised land. The 28-year-old center is a big reason the Blues are within one win of their first Stanley Cup [...]
How GPP Can Make You a Better Soccer Player
GPP is a commonly used acronym in the powerlifting/strength and conditioning community, and one you may have seen on certain articles or training manuals. GPP, short for “general physical preparedness,” [...]
Get More From Your Planks by Focusing on Breathing Instead of the Stopwatch
The Plank has stood the test of time. Through all the cool-looking exercises and advanced training methods out there, the simple Plank still often finds its way into elite programming. [...]
4 Ways to Build Cycling Power
Winter season is coming up, and so many of us will be forced to stow our bicycles in the garage. But that does not mean that the next few months should...
Miguel Cabrera Dropped 11 Pounds in Two Weeks After Teaming Up With LeBron’s Trainer
Miguel Cabrera looked like a shadow of his former self in 2017. After hitting at least .313 for eight consecutive seasons, the 34-year-old Detroit Tigers first baseman batted just .249 [...]
Victor Oladipo Got in Insane Shape This Summer, Now He’s Playing Like a Superstar
Victor Oladipo 2.0 has arrived. The 25-year-old Indiana Pacers guard has been on a warpath this season, averaging 23.4 points per game and shooting 48 percent from the field. His [...]