Recovery
5 Common Freestyle Swimming Mistakes and How to Fix Them
When non-swimmers hear the term "freestyle," they assume the stroke is easy.
Learn When and How to Take a Rest Day
A lot of science goes into rest days. But rather than bore you with study after study, we are going to keep things simple.
3 Ways To Extend Your Playing Career
The top priority for every youth athlete should be to keep them healthy. While many coaches have this intention, they do not execute proper general physical preparation into their practices. [...]
Why Athletes Are at Greater Risk of Sleep Disorders (and How to Fix It)
It may seem counterintuitive, but many top athletes—people who are otherwise in great health—suffer from sleep disorders. Shouldn’t an intense workout leave you ready to drop off to sleep? Though [...]
What To Do When Your Kid Gets Hurt
Bumps and bruises are inevitable. How parents react is key. If you’re signing your child up for sports for the first time, there’s something you should know: There will be [...]
The Importance of Mental Health Support After Sports Injuries
It's Okay to Ask for Help The moment I tore my meniscus for the third time, a pit opened up in the bottom of my stomach. By the time I [...]
How to Create a Strength and Conditioning Program for Youth Athletes
In my article last month for STACK titled, How Old Does Your Child Need to be to Start Working Out?, I gave the age I felt a youth athlete could start a...
What Can I Eat To Recover Faster?
Does diet expedite recovery from a torn ACL, Achilles tendonitis, or broken bones? Would more vitamins be helpful? What about collagen supplements? At the 2020 virtual conference of the Academy [...]
How To Train Like A Professional Baseball Player
I wasn't gifted with an electric throwing arm, causing me to spend a lot of time learning how to throw faster and be a better pitcher as a young athlete. [...]
Off-Season Strength and Conditioning Soccer Workout Plan
The game of soccer is incredibly demanding.