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What Is Velocity-Based Training?
Velocity-based training (VBT) uses the speed of movement to determine optimal training load. This allows athletes to train at their most effective intensity levels, adjusting…
Changing with the Game: Sprint-Based Football
What exactly is sprint-based football? Tony Holler explains how his Feed the Cats mindset applies to training faster, fresher players who are able to win…
5 Years, 5 Lessons for Coaches Getting Started
Inspired by retrospective articles from Michael Boyle and other established coaches, Cole Hergott passes along five important lessons from his first five years in the…
Kickin’ it with Noonan: The Croc Show Episode 6 Featuring Peter Noonan
Episode 6 of The Croc Show features Coach Peter Noonan of Hendrickson High School in Pflugerville, Texas. Coach Noonan discusses key distinctions he makes between…
So, You Want to Be a Personal Trainer?
There are many different avenues one can take within the realm of sport science, personal trainer being one of the most popular. But just because…
The Benefits of Coaching an Effective Warmup (and How to Do It)
A well-structured warm-up not only prepares athletes physically but also offers insight into their mental and physical readiness, enhances focus,…
Popular Articles
The Harsh Realities of Being a Trainer: 12 Insights from a Seasoned Professional
A career as a trainer holds many rewards, but it also has its fair share of trials and tribulations. Coach…
Gridiron Warrior: Course Review
Coach Erik Becker reviews Scott Leech’s 12-week Gridiron Warrior program. The course features 100 short videos and is geared specifically…
Neck Training: Bridging Body and Brain to Reduce Injury Risks
Injury prevention is very high on a coach’s list of concerns. In this article, personal trainer Kyle Davey dissects the…
Cold-Water Immersion Protocols for Modulating Immune Response and Inflammation
Knowing when and how to use cold-water immersion protocols helps coaches improve their athletes’ on-field performance. Jack Shaw provides some…
Anaerobic Alactic (Phosphocreatine) Conditioning for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Athletes
Although an athlete’s phosphocreatine (anaerobic alactic) system is largely based on genetics, there’s still a small margin for improvement. Coaches…
An Athlete’s Perspective on Speed Drills: Are They Really a Magic Remedy?
As a young athlete seeking to improve his speed and power, Matt Dinan thinks he’s found the two drills and…