Shins
NBA Basketball Weightlifting: The Fundamentals
Since basketball requires so many multi-directional movements and a solid defensive position, weightlifting is the most important element of strength training. Over 20 years ago, Al Vermeil and the Chicago [...]
How to Perform Olympic Lifts, Part 2: The Power Clean
In this three-part series on Olympic lifting, we will explain the correct technique for these complicated lifts. In Part 2, we focus on how to perform the Power Clean. As [...]
Smart Exercises to Build Leg Strength
What do most strength coaches and athletes think are the best exercises to build leg strength? You guessed it—the Squat and the Lunge. Both are effective, but for some athletes [...]
Exercises to Prevent Shin Splints
Shin splints are nearly inevitable if you're a runner or sprinter. Caused by either an inflammation of shin muscles or small microfractures on the tibia (the shinbone), shin splints generate [...]
Treating and Preventing Shin Splints
Shin splints are a particularly annoying ailment—ask any athlete—but they are treatable and preventable. First, a definition, from Active.com: “’Shin splints’ is a general term for a condition caused by [...]
The Beast Workout Behind Marshawn Lynch’s 67-Yard TD Run
This week’s training behind the highlight feature needs no introduction. Marshawn Lynch’s ground-rattling 67-yard touchdown rush featured everything you’d expect from a highlight-worthy play: a power running attack, a wicked [...]
Head-to-Toe Sprint Mechanics
Whether or not you’re blessed with the God-given ability to fly, speed can be taught and improved. An athlete’s speed is determined by stride length, stride frequency and force production [...]
Shin Protection
Whether your tennis goal is to earn a starting spot on your high school squad, lock down a scholarship or make it to the bright lights of the ATP Tour, [...]