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Starburst TM With an Edge of C4! C4 is one of the most famous and ubiquitous brands of energy drinks [...]

Whoop: Wearable Sports Technology Review

The wearable technology market share has grown tremendously over the last five years. The sports market projects growth to $200 [...]

Sunday Saw An NFL First; A Drone Delay

Over the years, National Football League games have been delayed for a variety of reasons. Weather and lightning have been [...]

Balance Training and the Youth Athlete

I often tell parents that strength and conditioning are for people of all ages. It just looks different for kids [...]

Progression Does Not Require Complexity

In our constant efforts to find the next great training hack or trick that might elevate our performance, it can [...]

Why Female Runners Tend to Have Low Bone Mineral Density

In the field of exercise science, it is well-known that weight-bearing activity builds stronger bones. Yes, milk and supplements can [...]

Top Wellness Apps of 2022

Collectively, we put a premium on productivity and time management. Probably due to the cascade of stimuli vying for our [...]

Fans Call for NFL to Place Chip in Footballs After Controversial Bears and Packers Call Last Sunday

Practically all sports employ instant replay technology to rectify and reverse on-field plays and scores. The NFL uses it to [...]

How Much Exercise Today’s Youth Needs to ‘Offset’ a Day of Sitting

Think about it. You sit for about six hours a day at school. And when you go home, you head [...]

The Power of Play

It’s been said over the past few years that early specialization is leading to burnout and injury. For instance, this [...]

9 Easy and Portable Pre-Game Snacks for Athletes

You know you won’t perform your best on an empty tank.

Are Bang Energy Drinks Healthy?

Energy drinks are rarely a good choice.

9 Foods You Didn’t Know Have as Much Protein as Peanut Butter

Peanut butter is a popular food, often praised for its high protein content. A two-tablespoon serving packs eight grams of […]

Fun Basketball Drills That Improve Court Skills

It is important for basketball players to train hard and practice their skills to improve athletic performance; but practice can still be enjoyable for...

Healthy Habits to Help You Live as Long as Queen Elizabeth

Physically caring for your body and mind requires good nutrition, healthy foods, and exercise. And when you combine them, you […]

The Benefits of Carbohydrates for Athletes – Part 4

In this final installment of why any and every athlete should be eating and enjoying carbohydrates, we will look at […]

TRAINING

The Benefits and Reasons for Unilateral Training in Sports

How to Perform the Turkish Get-Up Properly

6 Things You Should Never Forget to do in Your Workout

Run and Sprint Faster When Your Hips are in this Position

Gym Etiquette: 10 Rules to Follow

How core training can reduce the chance of sustaining an ACL injury.

Warm Ups for Athletes: 0 to 60 Can Lead to Injury

Comfortably Uncomfortable – The Enemy of Progress

A 10 Piece Warm Down Routine for Athletes

Do Your Methods Match Your Goals?

The Unicycle. An Unconventional Yet Effective Way to Build a Better Athlete

Don’t Get Pulled Over: Know Your Body’s Speed Limit

How To Stand Out In Your Club Tryouts

Pay close attention to the following five steps, be ready to invest some time, energy, and focus, to ensure you are equipped to face your club tryouts head-on.

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...

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 […]

Does Balance Training Improve Speed?

In the world of sports, speed is king. Athletes, parents, coaches, and trainers always ask me if different forms of […]

How Athletes Can Play & Stay In The Present

“In basketball – as in life – true joy comes from being fully present in each and every moment, not […]

Is the Earthquake Bar Worth It?

The mid-2000s were a revolutionary time in the fitness industry. Social media gained popularity, allowing massive amounts of information and […]

NEWS

Klay Thompson Uses Rehab to Change His Nutrition

Reducing and cutting out refined sugar and processed foods will dramatically enhance your health and boost your performance. Reducing foods […]

Rob Gronkowski on the Two-Minute Drill

The two-minute drill also forces the body to quickly flip from one aspect of the game to another, switching from blocking to receiving.

The New Improved US Army Fitness Test

Recruits need to complete the six tests in two hours.

Next Up: Class of 2022 Has NFL Roots

The sport of football has the same bloodlines, and the evidence is present in the class of 2022. These recruits have familiar last names and skills that resemble their famous fathers, uncles, and grandfathers.