Training Programs
Female Athletes Should Hit the Weights
For male athletes, when it comes to conditioning, strength training is a no brainer. Unfortunately, though, many female athletes still shy away from the weight room, fearing they'll become too [...]
Announcing the TPEA 2013 National Conference
The Performance Education Association (TPEA) will host its first National Conference in Cleveland, Ohio, Jan. 25-26, 2013. The event will bring together experts in the fields of strength and conditioning, [...]
4 Bodyweight Exercises to Strengthen Hamstrings
Strong hamstrings are critical if you want to sprint fast, jump high and be agile. Also, strong hamstrings reduce the risk of strains and tears—both common injuries among athletes. For [...]
5-Point Checklist and Sample Plan for Off-Season Training Programs
Any experienced coach knows that successful off-season training programs lead to successful seasons. If you're a serious athlete in any sport, the off-season is a terrific time to showcase your [...]
adidas to Launch In-Game MLS miCoach Technology
Major League Soccer and adidas have announced that adidas's groundbreaking miCoach technology will be used in MLS games during the 2013 season. A small sensor worn on the players' bodies [...]
Do You Have What It Takes to Dominate The TD1 Challenge?
Athletes don't reach the professional level in their sport just because they're blessed with superior genetics. It takes hard work, determination and strong will to become the best. Now Training [...]
Get Faster: Strength and Power for Speed
There are few differences between the principles of strength and speed training. Most strength training programs are designed to improve an athlete’s muscle size, mass, strength and power—all of which [...]
Build Muscle: Strength Training Principles
In this series of articles, I am discussing various ways athletes can build muscle, from using nutrition tips to getting sufficient sleep. Today, I focus on the importance of strength [...]
Reaction Drills Go Sci-Fi
As any football player knows, the difference between a touchdown catch and a dropped ball is often a split-second lapse of concentration. Baseball players facing 95 m.p.h. fastballs have even [...]
Nike+ SportWatch Uses GPS to Track Your Runs
Looking for an easier way to keep track of your running sessions? The Nike+ SportWatch GPS may be just the tool you need. After teaming up with TomTom, Nike developed [...]
