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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 it around biomechanics, not physiological…
How to Build Speed Hurdles for the Wicket Drill
Building your own wickets is quick and inexpensive. For less than $2.00 apiece, you can make as many as you need. Vary the heights to…
The ALTIS Kinogram Method
ALTIS believe it is important for coaches to develop a “real-time” eye. To help with this, they created a method of analysis called the ALTIS…
Is Sleep the Most Underrated Hack for Performance Enhancement?
It is the sleep after a lesson, practice, or big game that impacts skill development.
Creatine: Not Just for Muscle
Beyond creatine’s role as a strength-enhancing supplement, research shows that it may have other potential uses as a sports performance aid. Creatine may serve as…
Linear Speed Development for Court and Field Sport Athletes
All sport athletes produce force rapidly, reach high velocities, and decelerate from these velocities. Each of these embodies a separate…
Dan Baker Responds to Velocity Based Training Round Table
Determining optimal power points for both strength-oriented and power-oriented exercises is a key metric. Measuring velocity is a vital part…
Mike Tuchscherer Responds to Velocity Based Training Round Table
Devices such as GymAware are best utilized in powerlifting for managing loads in pulls. Jump training and similar activities are…
Bryan Mann Responds to Velocity Based Training Round Table
Velocity based training (VBT) provides coaches with a method of more accurately calibrating workouts for their athletes. It is especially…
Caffeine: Effects on Athletic Performance and Metabolism
Given inconclusive evidence surrounding the use of caffeine as a performance-enhancing supplement and the significant metabolic consequences on glucose disposal…
Using the 1080 Quantum to Develop Power in Sport Training
Trainers and coaches are restricted when developing an athlete’s power using traditional equipment, because of both load and speed issues,…
Vitamin D: Does It Really Improve Athletic Performance and Prevent Injuries?
Numerous controlled studies have indicated that subjects taking vitamin D outperform those in control groups. The main source of vitamin…