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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…
Exercise Progression: How Much, How Fast, and Why It’s Important
Exercise progressions may be the most important contribution a coach can make to their athlete’s training and performance. This article talks about overload and progression—specifically…
How to Plan the Off-Season in Canadian University Football Part 1: Winter Training
Due to differences in the sport, Canadian football teams can’t blindly copy popular US training programs, especially at the college…
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…
18 Survival Tips for Coaches
Tony Holler has been teaching and coaching for 36 years. He’s learned some things along the way that have helped…
Age-Predicted Heart Rate Calculators for HR Training: Valid or Invalid?
There are numerous discrepancies surrounding the age-predicted heart rate formulas which are considered commonplace in the fitness and athletic communities.…