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Why College Football’s Coaching Carousel Is Spinning Faster Than Ever
In physics, centrifugal force is the force that acts on an object while that object goes around a curve or [...]
Gym Etiquette: 10 Rules to Follow
Following up on my previous article about shopping for gyms, I want to share some of the unwritten rules of [...]
The Benefits of Carbohydrates for Athletes – Part 1
Today as part 1 of this 4-part series, we are going to briefly discuss a topic that has been plaguing [...]
Warm Ups for Athletes: 0 to 60 Can Lead to Injury
Whether you’re preparing for a game, practice, or conditioning session, every bout of activity should start with an adequate warm-up [...]
Reducing and Preventing Respiratory Problems in Athletes
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has recently issued a position statement on non-infective acute respiratory illnesses (such as asthma). Medical [...]
The Unicycle. An Unconventional Yet Effective Way to Build a Better Athlete
It's a big world out there with many variables. Children need to develop a base set of skills to become [...]
Florida Schools are Incorporating Tom Brady’s Controversial Fitness Program
About 5,000 students in the Pinellas County Schools system will learn the TB12 Method. Probably due to Tom Brady playing [...]
Soccer Players Need to Hit the Brakes
When I played baseball in high school, I always dreaded pre-season conditioning. It was brutal and endless. We did every [...]
Does College Football Have An Engagement Problem?
A long time ago, college football scoreboards were fairly simple and comparable to this. They showed the teams, the clock, [...]
How to Deal with a Difficult Coach
At some point in every athlete’s career, there comes a time when a coach makes you question your love for [...]
The Importance of Hydration (Even in the Winter)
Did you know that over 60% of our bodies are made up of water? Drinking an ice-cold glass of water […]
How Sports Parents Ruin The Car Ride Home
Great sports parents have great timing. There are good times to talk with your son or daughter about the game or practice, and then there are bad times....
4 Strategies to Create a Successful Weight Room Environment
A successful environment must be created by the coaching staff. In a high school weight room, it is easy for things to get out of hand. There must be...
Your Playing Surface Matters
This is a true story. I’m a personal trainer. I worked with an NFL player who had been in the […]
Tips for Balancing School, Sport, and Life
So, you have a young, ambitious student-athlete who’s trying to balance, school, sport, and social life. How can […]
Glutamine: A Quick Look at the Popular Sports Supplement
Glutamine is another popular supplement advocated by so many athletes and general fitness people alike all throughout the industry. Unfortunately, […]
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10 Best U10 Soccer
At this age, it’s finally starting to look like real soccer. Teamwork is at the heart of these U10 soccer [...]
Dry Land Strength Workout For Swimmers And Divers
There is no doubt that to improve one’s performance in the pool. Whether it is powering through laps or perfecting […]
How To Effectively Motivate Your Athletes
Motivation is anything but static, continuously coming and going. It is easy to obtain when things are going your way […]
5 At-Home Jumping & Landing Drills for Volleyball Players
Jumping is incredibly important for the success of both volleyball attackers and defensive volleyball players.
Volleyball hitters need to jump high […]
French Contrast Method Program, Routines, and Exercises
The French Contrast Method is a unique and effective training program that helps you achieve higher levels of performance. This […]
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 victim. […]
Signs That Your Running Shoes Need to Be Replaced
Replacing running shoes is a crucial part of any runner’s routine for safe, effective, and comfortable running. It is essential […]
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 […]
Does Your Pitching Velocity Dip During the Season? Here’s Why
A high school pitcher trains his butt off during the offseason but stops completely when the season actually begins. I […]
Are You Ready to Begin Baseball Pre-Season Training? Start With These Mobility Exercises
I am always asked what the best mobility exercises for baseball players are. Many coaches, athletes, and trainers focus on […]
Resources to Help Prevent Abuse and Misconduct in Sport
Headlines covering abuse and misconduct in sport can seem too big, too daunting. […]
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 […]
Benefits of Uneven Barbell Loading
If you have been training for a while and are looking to add a cool twist to your weight room […]
3 Strategies to Prevent Youth Baseball Injuries
With baseball season right around the corner, young players all across the country are getting ready to get on the diamond and perform. However, just as...
NEWS
Is The Transfer Portal The Pathway To Playing Time?
Ultimately, the hard truth is that the grass isn't always greener on the other side, no matter what coaches or opposing players might say.
The NCAA Did Not Remove Standards for Athletes for College Admissions
As colleges and society changes and adapts to students and their needs, that could change in the long-term future.
Tom Brady’s Workout Routine
Brady prefers resistance band training over regular weight training- to maintain his speed, agility, core stability, and decrease the risk of injury.
Harrison Bader, St. Louis Cardinal, Pinch Hits as a PE Teacher
While volunteering, Bader participated in a game the kids had learned: throwing balls into garbage bins on a basketball court.
What is Dry Scooping?
Let's discover the dangers of dry scooping and hope this information can positively influence an effective deterrent.
Is KFC Plant-Based Chicken Healthy and Finger Licking Good?
Just because something is labeled, plant-based does not mean it will be healthy.
Rachel Balkovec Makes History Again
The New York Yankees manage the Tampa Tarpons. Their previous name was the Tampa Yankees and recently changed in 2018.
4 Things That Make Tom Brady Special, According To His Friends
Applying Brady's special qualities to your game might also help you be more successful on the field and in life.
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Oscillation Training: The Key to Strength, Speed, and Explosiveness
What is OSCT
OSCT (Oscillation Training) strengthens and develops the transitional speed of the eccentric, isometric, and concentric phases as rapidly […]
Is Acute: Chronic Workload Ratio (ACWR) Effective?
Training load and athletic injuries have long been synonymous, thus the number of studies aiming to quantify their precise relation […]
Medicine-Ball Moves to Boost Athletic Performance for Basketball
The medicine ball can be a valuable tool for basketball players. Particularly during the in-season period where reps on the […]
Four Simple Things You Can Do To Help Peak for a Competition
Coaches love talking about periodization and planning for competitions. Unfortunately, this leaves many athletes bamboozled and they fail to […]
8-Week Block Training Routine that Accumulates Strength to Turn Into Speed and Power
Strength training is an essential part of any training routine to maximize speed, agility, explosiveness, and power. However, to get […]
Underrated Causes of Hamstring Strains
Hamstring injuries are still all too common in athletics, however, the scientific community is discovering more about the inner workings […]
Smart Substitutions in Training
For some of us, there’s nothing like starting a new training plan. New workouts, new formats, maybe some variations in […]
These 2 Reflexes Will Enhance Your Sprint Speed
Improving your sprint is not just done through sprinting and lifting weights. Optimizing two reflexes is essential to take your […]