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Stop Trading Calories
There is a trend that cycles in and out of our collective societal consciousness to lump our eating and exercise [...]
ZMA: Here’s What the Research Really Suggests
Zinc and magnesium are two potential powerhouse supplements that can be difficult to get enough of from diet alone. Especially [...]
The Pros and Cons of Personal Training Online
More and more people are turning to online personal training to help them reach their physical and fitness goals. However, [...]
Predicted 2023 Fitness and Wellness Trends- Not Your Usual Trends!
In stark contrast to years prior, the trends of 2023 appear to be more distinct. The pandemic and generational shift [...]
Best Exercise to Be Dominate as a Faceoff Athlete in Lacrosse
A lacrosse game starts in a dynamic impartial, strategic fashion, where the lacrosse faceoff comes into play. The faceoff, an [...]
Electrolytes For Youth Athletes
Electrolytes are a key piece to any athlete's arsenal. Here is what you need to know. Growing up, I fell [...]
Recruiting Enthusiastic Youth Athletes
"Recruiting enthusiastic kids is harder than it's ever been."- Geno Auriemma, 11-time champion coach, UCONN Women's Basketball. One of the [...]
Resources to Help Prevent Abuse and Misconduct in Sport
Headlines covering abuse and misconduct in sport can seem too big, too daunting. Where do we turn [...]
7 Easy Snack Ideas for Teen Athletes
Training and consistently participating in athletic exercises will leave your teenager feeling very hungry. Here are a few ideas for [...]
What Should I Eat After A Competition
Our bodies are primed immediately after workouts and games to accept nutrients that will start the recovery process, stimulate muscle [...]
Talk to Young Athletes About Abuse, Misconduct
Do you have a younger child just getting started in organized sport? How about a […]
Hydration Strategies for Athletes Looking to Boost Performance
Hydration is a crucial aspect of athletic performance, and as the deep summer nears and the weather warms, it becomes […]
Elite 11 and Gatorade Continue Partnership to Empower High School Quarterbacks
We are excited to announce that the highly anticipated Elite 11 Finals, a premier quarterback competition, has now […]
SafeSport Training Puts You in Play to Support Athlete Safety
Whether it’s baseball, volleyball, or pickleball that sparks their passion, kids should feel safe and supported […]
Mental Health: How To Be a Team Player
Today’s young athletes face more pressure than ever to perform—whether in interscholastic […]
How is Your High School Sports Nutrition Routine?
Routines, we all have them. Whether they’re planned or not, we as humans operate to find some sense of order […]
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2024 Area Code Games – Pure Talent Highlights
The 2024 Area Code Games, held at Blair Field in Long Beach, California, concluded with a showcase of high-caliber talent [...]
Functional Fitness for High School Athletes: Training Program to Enhance Performance in Sports and Daily Life
Functional training is an excellent approach for both sports and everyday activities. Its effectiveness lies in the fundamental principles of […]
30 Tips For Dominating the Last 60 Days of Your Marathon Training
You’re so close, yet so far. You’ve worked hard to get here, but the toughest road lies ahead.
The […]
How to Infuse Joy Into Sports
Parents sometimes get carried away. I know you want your kid to play well and be the best. There is […]
The ‘Drama Triangle’: How to Avoid Sports Team Turmoil
Unfortunately, many athletes have experienced toxic teammates or bad team chemistry at one point or another.
Whether you know it or […]
Coordinate Your Sports Conditioning to Maximize Performance
Conditioning is training designed to help athletes integrate their physical abilities, skills, and performance. Effective coordination is vital in achieving […]
What College Recruiters Actually Look For
Do you have what it takes to play a sport in college? Have you put in the time to develop […]
The Right Way To Shoot a Soccer Ball
Nothing beats the thrill of scoring a goal.
Sending a screamer past the keeper is one of the most satisfying feelings […]
6 Basic Youth Volleyball Drills
When it comes to sports, young athletes need to be approached and trained differently than those in high school, college, […]
The Rules Of Flag Football – Explained
None of the contact, all of the fun
Flag football is one of the […]
Building a Successful Youth Fitness Training Program: 7 Essential Tips
Do you want to design an effective adolescent fitness training program? If so, you are in the […]
5 Things Athletes Need to Know About Talent
Five Things Talented Young Athletes Need to Know Today's quest to reach the pinnacle of any given sport is a monumental task for any talented young...
An Athlete’s Guide to Stress Fractures
There's hardly a competitive athlete out there who's never suffered a stress fracture and that goes double for female athletes. But what's the deal with...
Benefits of Isometric Training
When people think about strength training, they typically imagine large compound movements through extensive ranges of motion i.e., back squat, […]
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Why is there a Shortage of Officials?
The matchup between Parkview and South Side promises to be one of the area’s best high-school football games of the […]
Father Breaks Mile Record While Pushing a Stroller
A NEW WORLD RECORD!
(WFLA News Channel 8 photograph)
Picture it:
Running on the track for a full mile.
Thinking of one thing: to […]
Top Performers and Rankings Following Elite 11 Baton Rouge ‘22
Elite 11 Baton Rouge Regional Recap
Over 70 of the nation’s top high school quarterbacks participated in the Elite 11 Baton […]
Super Bowl Champion Steve Weatherford Says Lunges, not Squats!
Squats and deadlifts are deemed as the greatest exercises of all time. However, not all athletes think so. And they […]
Hecklers: Remove Or Not Remove?
Negativity and bullying are never place in sports, but it’s unavoidable and will happen. So, the athlete needs to be […]
Rocco Becht: Florida QB Set for Iowa State
Rocco Becht is a Flordia native who played his pee-wee and high school football in the Tampa area. He recently […]
Kids Don’t Need Exercise Equipment- All They Need is Fun!
Although it is not the worst idea globally, it still has merit. Little Tikes developed an exercise bike for children […]
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The Importance of General Fitness for High School Athletes: A Foundation for Success
In pursuing excellence on the field, court, or track, it’s easy to overlook the importance of general fitness. High school […]
Avoid Fumbles With This Ball Security Drill
No matter how fast or talented you are on the football field, you can't afford to fumble the ball. That's why ball security drills are critical.
Thoracic Mobility for Improved Performance
What if I told you that by adding three simple mobility drills to your workout routine you could unlock a […]
The Subtle Art of Cueing
Raise your hand if you’ve heard one of the following before:
- “Keep your chest up.”
- “Don’t let your knees go past your […]
Why Zone Defense is Bad for Youth Basketball
The potential cost of winning games here is the benefit of your players in learning the game and building skills.
5 Yoga-Inspired Stretches That Athletes Can Use to Improve Recovery
stretches recovery* delete Recovery is an essential component of any training program. Athletes of all levels need to make proper recovery part of their...
3 Tips for a Better Basketball Bounce Pass
Learning how to throw a basketball bounce pass is one of the most basic skills you can have as a basketball player. Bounce passes can be thrown with one...
5 Tips to Help Your Body Recover Faster After a Tough Game
Have you ever had the best game of your life and, because of that, you are so sore the next day that you can barely move out of bed? Oh boy, do I know...