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Using EMG and Inertial Analysis to Improve the Bench Press
Would the use of a wider grip help a competitive powerlifter improve his bench press performance? Exercise physiologist Mike Croskery utilized EMG and inertial analysis…
How to Organize and Develop an Effective Training Plan for an MMA Fighter
When analyzing the physical demands of MMA, it can be overwhelming to even begin thinking about developing a program, as each of the skills a…
Drills for the Win – An Altered Approach During a Unique Season
Coaches around the world have had to adjust their training programs in the face of some unusual recent seasons. Coach Rob Assise found that introducing…
Four Reasons to Educate Your Athletes (and How to Provide That Foundation)
Coach Ashton King explains why you should educate your athletes—meaning, ensure they understand the principles, reasoning, data, and technology behind their own training program. The…
Developing a Map for Cooperation Between Performance & Sports Coaches
If we all want what’s best for our athletes, then S&C coaches and sports coaches should be able to communicate and cooperate with one another…
Deconstructing (and Reconstructing) the Depth Jump for Speed and Power Performance
Depth jumping may be the best single method of advancing overall power and jump height. It may also be the…
3 Simple Strategies for Connecting with Parents in the Private Sector
When you’re a coach in a private facility, client retention is essential to your bottom line. How can you help…
In Defense of the Metabolic Circuit
Once a popular workout, the metabolic circuit has fallen out of favor in the last few decades. However, Coach Tate…
Novel Strength & Conditioning Strategies for Improving Club Head Speed
Coach William Wayland believes the ability to swing fast will remain important in golf. Here, he presents strength and conditioning…
Ending the War on Tempo Running with Sprinters
Tempo training is a solution to some of the common challenges of athletic development. Don’t dismiss it out of hand…
The NFL Combine: Giving New Meaning to “Indy” Talent Identification in 2021
COVID-19 precautions have turned all traditional sporting events on their head, and the NFL Combine is no exception. Coach Derek…
Implementation and Progression of Eccentric Training with Athletes
While eccentric strength is necessary for athletes to develop to become faster and more powerful, coaches don’t always administer eccentric…