Pierre-Jean Vazel, Author at SimpliFaster

Author: Pierre-Jean Vazel

Freelance writer specialized history & science of athletics performance. Chronicler & consultant for LeMonde; blogger at vazel.blog.lemonde.fr. A French correspondant for IAAF.

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Using Bands to Enhance Speed and Power Development

Resistance bands are incredibly useful for working with athletes—and not just in strength development. Coach Jason Feairheller details how to use bands to train speed through acceleration and change of direction drills and train power by improving both vertical and horizontal force production.

Out of My Lane: Upper-Body Training

Training for speed doesn’t mean training for speed only on “leg day.” Coach Chris Korfist talks about the importance of upper-body work, including posture and extension, for developing speed in athletes.

Balancing Innovation and Action with Jim Klopman

What causes athletes to eventually “age out” of sports? Jim Klopman, the inventor of the Slackbow Balance Training System, believes it’s the eventual loss of athletic balance. Learn how he’s working to help us all prevent that.

Author: Pierre-Jean Vazel

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