Leg Exercises
2 Kettlebell Leg Exercises for a Powerful Lower Body
Kettlebells may be the best way to build more powerful legs. They are the perfect tool for developing strength and speed (the two elements of power), and their imbalanced design [...]
What it Takes to Recover From an Achilles Injury
One injury that consistently makes athletes cringe is an Achilles tear—and rightfully so. Achilles injuries are no joke. Just ask Kobe Bryant for his thoughts on this potentially "career ending" [...]
10 More Ways to Have Better Workouts
Spending hours in the weight room without seeing results can be incredibly frustrating. Fortunately, there are several easy fixes you can implement to maximize your training. In the first article [...]
Leg Workouts That Actually Work
The lower body includes some of the most overlooked muscle groups. Stroll through your local gym. You will quickly notice that even the most muscular guys often have puny legs. Leg [...]
Soccer Balance Drills to Improve On-Field Performance
Soccer is played on a single leg. Unless you are a goalie, you are doing something wrong if you have two feet planted on the ground. So, practicing your skills [...]
Hockey Exercises For Dominant Defensemen
Ever wonder what it's like going into the corner with a guy like Shea Weber or Zdeno Chara? Just thinking about battling in the corner with one of these beasts [...]
5 Mistakes To Avoid In Your Hockey Training
No two athletes are made the same, and no two sports are played the same way. To train properly for hockey, you need to be conscious of its unique demands. [...]
Abductor and Adductor Training for Hockey Players
Abductor strains, or groin strains, are one of the most prevalent injuries in hockey. (See Keys for Prevention) Groin strains are common in hockey because, unlike basketball and football, which are [...]
Building Better Legs: Leg Exercises for Strength Athletes
If your sport requires you to have a great deal of strength, developing a strong base should be high on your priority list. Yet few athletes are able to train [...]
Why Single-Leg Training Should Be in Your Program
When you go into the weight room, you see most people performing standard two-leg Squats and Deadlifts. These are fantastic exercises for developing strength and power, but are they the [...]