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The Fall and Rise of the Bulgarian Lunge
Are single-leg exercises like the Bulgarian lunge and high step-ups superior to squats as some strength coaches claim? Coach Kim Goss investigates and shares facts…
The GymAware Best Practices and Article Anthology
A compilation presenting a complete list of articles on SimpliFaster that dive into details of the GymAware system. Including work from Carl Valle, Bryan Mann,…
The Best Way to Use a Low Box During Training
While big boxes are impressive for athletes to show explosive force, low boxes are versatile for teaching different expressions of athleticism. Coach Lee Taft presents…
The Dosage Debate: Maximum Velocity Sprint Training
Most sprint coaches believe we can train true sprinting only two or three times per week. Coach Assise wonders whether a properly managed, higher density…
The Four-Coactive Model of Player Preparation
Dr. Fergus Connolly and Cameron Josse present the Four-Coactive Model of player preparation, which includes tactical, technical, psychological, and physical elements. These components are dependent…
Eccentric Overload with Flywheel Training and Rehabilitation
Traditional weight training using gravity-dependent tools leaves a gap in preparing an athlete to manage all aspects of performance. Without…
Strength and Conditioning Advice When Training Golfers
There are plenty of misconceptions about golfers as athletes, primarily because so many people view golf as an activity for…
Plyometric Push-Ups and Progressions for Power Development
There are many ways to load and challenge the push-up movement, from bodyweight push-ups to loaded isometric push-ups. This article…
The Reverse Lunge: Building a Foundation for Athletes
Training the lower half of the body usually focuses on the big movements like squats and deadlifts, but each leg…
Making the Most of Your Stint at Altitude
Living and training at altitude has many beneficial effects for endurance athletes. This article looks at the physiological adaptations to…
The Stress Scale for Athletes: A New Method to Monitor Athlete Performance
With the Stress Scale for Athletes, I can apply the appropriate training load for an athlete’s session based on their…
An Objective Biomechanics Model for Better Program Design
Dr. Pat Davidson believes that the only way to put together a comprehensible and comprehensive training program is to design…