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How Much Or How Little Should I Be Pushing My Youth Athlete?
Parents are always wondering how hard they should push their kid. We all know that an intrinsically motivated athlete is [...]
How to Stay Focused During the Holidays
Here are some tips and a workout to help you stay focused as the new year approaches.
Athlete v.s. Bodybuilding
I remember the first time that I stepped into a college weight room. I was confused because it was very [...]
Why Grades Matter For Sports
For a high school or college athlete, practice, games, and studying can be a real challenge. Oh, and don't forget [...]
The Power of Mental Imagery
As we exercise the mind, it grows stronger. The more the player pictures success, the more energy he or she [...]
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 [...]
5 Tips To Avoid Coaching Burnout
I should have seen the signs a mile away: Anger, anxiety, depression, sleepless nights, and fatigue. I have a daily [...]
Greek Inspired Superfood Casserole
Growing up, my grandmother, or ‘yiayia’ in Greek, would always cook briam (br-ee-am). Classic Greek comfort food, especially during the [...]
Why Fun Should Be the Focus of Youth Sports
I think it is safe to assume that the STACK.com readers get it. The benefits of physical activity in youth are universally well known and accepted in...
Importance of Nutrition and Aging
Being healthy delays the aging decline. But, eventually, the decline happens. Exercise is truly the number one factor to keep [...]
Told a Player Something ‘A Hundred Times’ And They Still Don’t Get It? Time To Re-Think Your Coaching
Coaching can be difficult.
Very difficult.
Coaches want to help athletes reach their full potential and accomplish great things individually and as […]
7 Rules for Keeping Hydrated
Ever find yourself suffering from cottonmouth or intense cramps in the middle of a practice or game? If so, you […]
6 Strategies To Help Youth Athletes Eat Better
Over the years, I’ve found that poor nutrition habits, often characterized by a failure to eat regularly, are one of […]
How Athletes Can Stay in Shape on Vacation This Summer
Scenario: You’ve made significant progress with your summer sports conditioning program since school ended, but now you’re vacationing this summer […]
Coaching A Kid With ADHD
Roughly 1 in 10 young athletes has ADHD. Here’s what you need to know.
Is […]
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TRAINING
How Martial Arts Enhances Youth Athletes Sports Performance
Sports can teach kids several great qualities. And, the same goes for martial arts; it is not just about kicking [...]
Why Every Athlete Needs In-Season Strength Training (and How to Do It Right)
You’ve just spent the last four to six months training hard and pushing your body to new limits. You have […]
4 Recruiting Strategies Commonly Used by College Coaches
Northwestern University head football coach Pat Fitzgerald outlines four aspects he looks at when recruiting athletes. He lists them as:
5 Basic Movements Every Youth Athlete Needs to Learn Before Lifting Heavy Weight
Whether you're a trainer, a coach, or just an avid exerciser, you've more than likely seen a high school athlete in the weight room with a deadlift...
Is Hot Sauce Healthy?
Hot sauce has long been a staple for millions of Americans.
What Too Many Athletes Get Wrong About In-Season Training (And How to Fix It)
For quite some time now, I’ve noticed a couple of disturbing trends developing in regards to in-season strength and conditioning.
Most […]
4 Speed Sled Drills for Young Athletes
The speed sled is a great tool that can help athletes improve their speed, power and overall athletic ability.
Why Flexibility Is a Strength Coach’s Greatest Asset When Training Student-Athletes
Coaching young athletes can be some of the most rewarding work a strength coach will ever do.
5 Simple Exercises to Improve Your Soccer Skills
Here are five tips (and 5 accompanying exercises) for soccer players to elevate their game in the weight room.
Is Vegan Cheese Healthy?
So what's the deal with vegan cheese?
A Super Simple Way to Get Teens to Eat More Vegetables
American teens are shockingly bad at eating vegetables.
Is Orange Juice Actually Healthy?
The typical thought of the average person is that "juice" is healthy for you. The question persists, is orange juice actually healthy? First off, one...
How to Run an Effective Youth Baseball Practice
Remembering these basic principles can help you ensure great practices no matter what the circumstance.
How To Handle Extremely Competitive Sports Parents in Youth Athletics
Sometimes parents go too far in youth athletics.
How to Transition After Your Athletic Career Ends
It may be difficult at first, but it will get easier.
NEWS
Kobe Bryant Says He’s an ‘Open Book’ for Any NBA Players Looking for Advice
During Kobe Bryant’s career with the Los Angeles Lakers, he was the closest thing the modern NBA had to Michael […]
Oregon’s Tyler Dorsey is the Hardest Working Man in This Year’s NBA Draft
If you weren’t familiar with the name Tyler Dorsey prior to the 2017 NCAA Tournament, the Oregon sharpshooter made himself […]
A Walking Boot Isn’t Stopping Eagles Draft Pick Sidney Jones From Pumping Iron During His Achilles Rehab
With the 43rd pick in the 2017 […]
Before He Was a WWE Superstar, Roman Reigns Was an Outrageously Athletic NFL Draft Prospect
Before Roman Reigns was a three-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, he was a standout football player by the name of […]
Watch Antonio Brown Catch 53 Footballs While Holding a Side Plank for 60 Seconds
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown is addicted to working out. Click over to his Instagram story on any given […]
J.R. Smith Had to Pay His Coach $100 for Being Fooled by DeMar DeRozan’s Pump Fake
The Cleveland Cavaliers made short work of the Toronto Raptors in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. The […]
Watch Jordan Clarkson Crash a Rec League Basketball Game and Cross a Defender Into Oblivion
For teams that don’t qualify for […]
Watch Dallas Cowboys Rookie Ryan Switzer Show Off His Incredible Footwork
During his career at […]
TRAINING
The Hidden Benefits of a Negative Run
Most runners have had those moments that seem to happen magically during a seemingly routine run. The pace quickens, and […]
Best Basketball Books to Read This Winter
For those who need a little something extra to get them through the winter months (not to mention COVID), it […]
What Certifications Do You Need To Become A Strength Coach?
“Trainer” is a catch-all term often used by the general public to describe anybody responsible for designing or leading exercise […]
At-Home Sport Specific Training Made Simple
Training at home, or with minimal equipment, can be frustrating for athletes and coaches. Creativity has its limits, and without […]
5 Tips to Crush Your New Year’s Fitness Resolutions
It's time. You've made the decision to change your life and commit to a healthier lifestyle. You're excited. You're ready. It's a New Year, and a new...
11 Essential Rules to Design an Athletic Program
Traditionally a good athlete can be defined as someone who is just in great shape. This is simply incorrect. A […]
How to Exercise Outdoors in the Winter Months
During the cold winter months, the body has a different way of regulating. For example, it retains fat. The body […]
Top 10 Acceleration Drills
Speed is one of the most sought out athletic qualities. A play can be broken down into milliseconds’ actions, and […]