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From Strength Coach Burnout to Mental Health Resilience
It can happen to any of us, at any time—burnout caused by one or many issues that coaches have to deal with. Nathanael Littauer was…
9 Lessons I Learned from Speed Experts
We can almost always learn something valuable from any situation. In David Maris’ case, he’s had the privilege to train with and learn from many…
Seven Lessons Learned from Five Sports Documentaries
There are a plethora of lessons to be learned from an assortment of recently released sports documentaries. If you’ve got time on your hands, Coach…
Climate Change – Practical Ways to Add Energy to Your Training Sessions
Coach Pete Burridge refers to the energy during a training session as the “session climate,” and that climate affects athlete (and coach) performance in practice.…
Giving Up the Grind
Old school coaches say the only way to get ahead is by grinding. Hunter Charneski details his experiences as a gym owner and says there’s…
What Every Athlete Should Know About Protein
The recommended daily allowance for protein is insufficient for athletes in all sports. Endurance athletes, as well as strength and…
Why It’s OK for Kids to Be Strong!
Weight training helps athletes jump higher, hit harder, and run faster. They also develop the physical abilities to help prevent…
Plyometrics: Why Athletes Should Develop Landing-to-Takeoff Mechanics
While landing-to-takeoff mechanics are essential skills that athletes need in speed and power sports, many coaches are uncomfortable teaching them…
Using Video Analysis with the Discus and Shot Put Events
Filming a discus or shot put athlete’s throws can be beneficial for both the coach and the athlete, as long…
6 Steps for Building a Collegiate Sports Performance Program from Scratch
When Coach Keith Ferrara got his first university strength and conditioning job, he literally had to build his program—and facility—out…
Building a Better Technical Model for the Long Jump
The long jump’s greatest challenges are the approach and take-off. These two components are also teachable. Coach Kaminisky encourages coaches…
Mastering the Belt Squat for Strength and Conditioning
Hip belt squats shine for lower limb hypertrophy & less spinal loading even when athletes have torso or upper limb…