Intensity
The Perfect Rep Ranges for Size, Strength and Power
In this article, we examine the variable combinations that you can use to increase muscle hypertrophy (size), increase power as a function of force...
Train With SPRI’s Long-Lasting Braided Resistance Bands
Resistance bands have become essential equipment for any athlete looking to avoid plateaus in his or her workout [check out Three Resistance Band Exercises]. Unfortunately, the tubing tends to wear [...]
Should I Take Creatine?
Creatine has been a vital part of my training arsenal for years. It can provide a huge advantage with minimal side effects. A natural amino acid most commonly found in [...]
Fartlek Training: Benefits, Methods and Sample Programs
What is fartlek training, and why is it such a great way to condition for athletes? Fartlek is a Swedish word meaning "speed play," and that's essentially what this type [...]
Your Complete HIIT Training Guide
What is HIIT Training? HIIT is an acronym for "high-intensity interval training," which refers to a workout technique that mixes bouts of hard or all-out effort with short periods of [...]
Why Weightlifting Speed is So Important to Making Strength Gains
What Can Rep Tempo do For Your Training? Shane Trotter CSCS, ISSA Walk into the local gym and you'll inevitably see lines of athletes at the bench press...
How You Can Use Autoregulation to Simplify Your Workouts
Most high school and amateur athletes aren't fortunate enough to work with a strength coach full time. This means that many athletes are forced to act...
Simplify Your Workout Schedule With the High-Low Method
The High-Low Method Often, sports coaches think putting together an effective strength & conditioning program is all about exercise selection. The...
An Athlete’s Guide to Building Muscle
At this point there is so much literature on building muscle or hypertrophy development, although, I don't believe there is a definitive guide for...
Improve Your Conditioning With This Heavy Bag Workout
A heavy bag workout doesn't have to be reserved to just boxers and martial artists. Athletes in all sports can benefit from taking the gloves to the...