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Debating Speed: Is Acceleration, Max Velocity, or Speed Endurance Most Important?
A sprinter relies on acceleration, max velocity, and speed endurance to get to the finish line fast. But which of the three is most important?…
The Posterior Chain: A Modern Approach and Perspective
While training trends come and go, it’s important to include the development of the posterior chain as part of any complete strength and conditioning program.…
An Introduction to Strength and Strength Training
We all know that strength alone does not mean that a player is more competent on the field or court or track, or in the…
Finding the Measures That Matter with Sport Tech
Last year, we may have seen a critical mass of various levels of team sport making purchases. However, many of those buyers, as well as…
How to Master Horizontal Pressing Exercises for Sport
The bench press isn’t going anywhere, and you should still include it as part of a well-balanced and nuanced training program. Coach William Wayland outlines…
Nature vs. Nurture: Determinants of Athletic Potential
The topic of nature versus nurture is a sustained debate in the world of elite sports. Coach Dominique Stasulli takes…
Exercise Selection for High-Intensity Training
As enthusiasts and professionals in the world of sport, we want to develop the high-intensity qualities of strength, power, RFD,…
The Fallacies About the Need to Go ‘Gluten-Free’
Gluten-free dieting has been all the rage in recent years, with an explosion of self-diagnosed gluten sensitivities sparking an interest…
Why Most People Are Wrong About Injuries and Pain
Although we grow up believing that injuries and pain are closely linked, this is not always the case. Various studies…
Building Lateral Strength to Correct Crossover Gait
The mini-hurdle run not only allows coaches to work on perfect timing but also lets us work on lateral strength.…
Analysis of Keni Harrison’s World Record 100m Hurdles Race
Keni Harrison set the new World Record for 100m hurdles by executing the best combination of flight times and run…
Skin Tech: Limiting Collateral Damage in the Weight Room
Toughness is challenging the willpower to push harder. Toughness is not dealing with discomfort or pain; these don’t contribute to…