Flexibility Training
Why Flexibility Is a Strength Coach’s Greatest Asset When Training Student-Athletes
Coaching young athletes can be some of the most rewarding work a strength coach will ever do.
Can Athletes Really Be ‘Too Mobile’?
Athletes are frequently instructed to stretch what feels "tight," and to stretch it often. Although the majority could benefit from some targeted mobility work, the sweeping generalization that "more is [...]
Why a Simple Leg Raise Reveals A Surprising Amount About Your Body
The Active Straight Leg Raise looks simple. You basically lie face up on the ground, then lift one leg as high as possible while trying to keep the other leg [...]
The Fantastic 5-Minute Warm-Up
In need of a quick warm-up that can get you ready for action in a hurry? You could do a lot worse than the four-move warm-up shown in the video [...]
How Myles Garrett’s ‘Tennis Ball Drill’ Helped Him Become Un-Blockable
Myles Garrett is a problem. The 6-foot-4, 272-pound defensive end has been wreaking havoc on opposing offenses with his terrifying blend of speed and power. Garrett’s brute strength and explosive [...]
Pilates Can Be a Basketball Player’s Secret Weapon
Whether you're a local weekend warrior or an NBA professional, adding Pilates to your training program could reap benefits well beyond your expectations. Most guys will scoff at the thought [...]
Your Favorite Hip Flexor Stretch Is Actually Making You Tighter
On an almost weekly basis, I’ll begin working with a new client or athlete who waxes poetic on how “tight” his or her hip flexors are. https://youtu.be/zwQlgUQ_opU They’ll often point [...]
What Is Range of Motion, and Why Is it so Important?
Range of motion. It's a term that gets thrown around a lot these days, including here on STACK.com, but do you really know what it means? Let's dive into this [...]
Why Your Hip Flexors Are Key to Your Athletic Performance
If you follow any fitness accounts on social media, you have likely come across multiple posts on the dangers of “tight” hip flexors. According to these posts, hip flexor tightness [...]
Unlock Tight Hips for Good With the Shin Box Stretch
Tight hips are an epidemic. In today’s increasingly sedentary society, most people are sitting for the majority of the day. Whether it’s behind a desk or in the car, it’s [...]
