6 Common Mistakes Young Athletes Make When Starting a Strength Program
Getting stronger and faster, and making the most of your athletic ability is not easy. It's even more difficult when you have no idea where to start. The majority of [...]
Simplicity Is Always the Key When Strength Training Youth Athletes
What is the overall purpose and/or goal of training for athletic performance at the middle school and high school levels? Any response given to this question will likely file under [...]
4 Rules For Strength Coaches Who Train Youth Athletes
In –The- Trenches Tips for Training Kids Lee Boyce As a strength coach, I've periodically gotten the opportunity to work with young athletes – and I...
A Summer Game Plan for High School Football Season
When preparing for high school football season, summer is time to practice your position(s) skills and focus on four off-the-field elements: Nutrition, Sleep, Exercise, and Stretching. It is hard during [...]
Simple High School Athlete Workout
Strength is the foundational quality of any athlete. But figuring out the right strength training plan can be a confusing and overwhelming task. This article discusses the five basic movement [...]
5 Questions High School Athletes Should Ask Before Using Supplements
In just about any sport, it's important to be bigger, stronger and faster than your opponent. For this reason, high school athletes seek out the best...
Resistance Band Exercises for Busy Athletes
For busy high school or college athletes, getting to the weight room for in-season or off-season workouts is essential for peak sports conditioning. What does the student-athlete do if the [...]
Get Stronger This Summer With These 6 Outdoor Workouts
After a brutal winter, it’s only natural to want to get outside and enjoy warmer weather. Unfortunately, most workouts take place inside gyms or training facilities. That’s why many athletes [...]
How to Worry Less About Your Female Athletes Getting Injured
Over the years, we have known females to be at higher risk for injuries to the lower extremities. Still, now more so than ever, we really need to be concerned [...]
6 Things All Multi-Sport Athletes Should Do
Playing a lot of sports simultaneously does not mean your child is a multi-sport athlete and that they will gain the benefits of being a multi-sport athlete. They are probably [...]