Why Baseball Players Should Never Back Squat
Back Squat - just put this here so that it would pass the SEO score The research – and real world evidence – doesn't lie: 80% of people, from elite...
Danger Alert: The Cold, Hard Truth About Squats
Squats could be killing you. This complex exercise will crush your central nervous system and tear a ton of muscle fiber throughout your body,...
Ask a STACK Expert: The Bar Hurts My Back When I Squat. Am I Doing Something Wrong?
Probably, but there are many ways you can fix the problem. First: your form. If your technique is poor, it makes no sense to add more weight and risk injuring [...]
Back Squat Technique: How to Hold the Barbell
The Back Squat is one of the best exercises to build lower-body strength and power. You may have learned proper Back Squat technique, but did anyone ever teach you how [...]
In A Time Crunch? 5 Strength Exercises For Fast Results
Sometimes we have time to grind out hour-long workouts. At other times, our hectic schedules barely allow us thirty minutes. In the life of an athlete, time constraints are a [...]
Effective Band Stretches
Sometimes simplicity is best, especially in training gear. For athletes on the go, resistance bands are perfect tools. They're light, compact and inexpensive, convenient to toss in your bag and [...]
Plateau Buster: Elevate Your Fitness to the Next Level
Unfortunately, there is no one explanation for why we suffer occasional fitness plateaus. One of the biggest training fears, it's an ill-fated reality that everyone at some point has to [...]
Build Your Explosive Lower-Body Plyometric Program
Imagine diving to snare a line drive in the outfield or capping off a fast break steal with a thunderous dunk. Each of these actions requires the rapid firing and [...]
Ask the Experts: How Can I Squat Lower?
Q: How can I Squat lower? A: Squat depth is an issue for many athletes, especially those who don't regularly do the exercise or keep up with their mobility. Failing to [...]
Prevent Common Basketball Injuries With These Exercises
A well-rounded basketball training program incorporates preventative measures to ward off injuries that are prevalent in the sport. This is critical to your success on the court and to have [...]