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3 ACL Injury Prevention Exercises for Women
It's a fact that girls have a higher risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries than guys. Some studies show that women face up to a 10 times higher risk [...]
Training Your Legs: Your Body's Greatest Untapped Resource
Since they comprise roughly 40 percent of your total weight, your legs are one of your body's greatest untapped resources. The leg itself is composed of several muscle groups. Working [...]
Skate Hard, Stay Safe and Look Great in the Nike SB Paul Rodriguez 6
Pro skateboarder Paul Rodriquez just released the sixth edition of his signature Nike shoe: the SB Paul Rodriguez 6. On the heels of a successful year, P-Rod continues his reign [...]
Exercise of the Week: Reverse Sled Pull
The STACK Exercise of the Week will help you improve your overall sports performance—including strength, speed, conditioning and flexibility. This week, we highlight the Reverse Sled Pull, a full-body exercise [...]
Jump Higher With Plyometrics for Basketball
Most athletes are not blessed with supernatural ability. The great majority must work hard to reach their goals. If you want to improve your basketball skills over time, take advantage [...]
Core Training 101
All exercise is built upon a foundation of two key attributes: cardiovascular fitness and core stability. Without them, the body is not equipped to make the most of exercise routines. [...]
3 Best Kettlebell Exercises for Stronger Shoulders
Tired of having underdeveloped shoulder muscles? Barbells and dumbbells are great for adding bulk for most of the body, but they sometimes prove insufficient for shoulder training. If you want [...]
Master Basic Kettlebell Olympic Lifting Technique
Olympic lifts are among the best exercises to make you a better athlete. However, they are complicated, and they require a great deal of practice to master. Explosively moving a [...]
3 Ways to Warm Up the Upper Body
Upper-body warm-ups are as important as lower-body warm-ups for improving overall athletic performance. They improve flexibility and help prevent injuries during training. Here are some tools to help you get [...]
The Do's and Don'ts of the Deadlift and Back Squat
If you're trying to gain muscle, increase strength and build speed, try Deadlifts and Back Squats. These two often-recommended exercises will help you reach your performance goals. Once you integrate [...]