Core
17 Parallel Bar Exercises to Build Amazing Bodyweight Strength
Parallel bars are commonly used by gymnast to build overall strength to help improve performance in their respected events. They aren't just for gymnasts, though—any person can use them to [...]
Why Better Rotation Is One of the Most Overlooked Ways to Increase Athletic Performance
First we build movement proficiency in a pattern. Then we build strength in that pattern. Lastly, we develop power to take our development of a pattern to the highest level. [...]
5 Core Exercises That Can Make You Faster
If you think of your body as a giant chain, your core is the center link that holds everything together. Without a strong and stable core, power cannot be adequately [...]
Are You Tough Enough to Handle the ‘Zercher’ Position? How This Unique Training Variation Makes You Physically and Mentally Stronger
Possibly the most underutilized position in strength and conditioning today? For my money, I'm going with the Zercher position. Not necessarily an exercise in and of itself, the Zercher position [...]
‘Core Stability’ Is a Trendy Training Buzzword. Here’s Why It’s Often Misused
You've probably heard a trainer or coach preach the importance of having a "stable core." Terms like "core training" or "core stability training" have become increasingly trendy buzzwords, and now [...]
Why Core Stiffness Matters More Than Core Strength
When it comes to building speed, coaches tend to focus on sprint mechanics, power-based training and plyometrics. Coaches think when we want to develop more powerful athletes, we default to [...]
This Type of Exercise Has a Powerful Effect on Kid’s Brains—And Most Aren’t Getting Enough Of It
If you are a youth athlete, parent or coach, chances are you crave information on new exercises to improve strength, skills and speed. The physical game of youth sports could [...]
A Complete Golf Workout
Golf is a sport that requires incredible athleticism. You need superior hand-eye coordination, core strength and balance to repeatedly and consistently hit a golf ball. Besides practicing on the greens, you [...]
15 Core Strengthening Exercises for Athletes
Photo: Solidsitup The core musculature is one of the most important aspects of an athlete's body with regard to performance. There are many core...
How Overcomplicated ‘Core Training’ Is Making Athletes Worse
With the rise of social media and the increasing devaluation of the term “functional,” core training is broader than ever. Surf Instagram and you’ll find literally thousands of different moves [...]