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Myths and Misconceptions of Training the Overhead Athlete
Coach Alejo draws on research studies, and his own years of experience, to discuss the myths and misconceptions associated with training overhead athletes. He also…
Key Concepts in Preparing for Agility and Change of Direction
Distinguishing between agility and change of direction (COD) is key to laying their foundation. This article looks at these two qualities, and the factors involved…
The Jumps Roundtable #2: Designing a Training Plan
While training plans vary from coach to coach, general setups often share commonalities such as the “American” or “European” setup. In this last installment in…
The Jumps Roundtable #2: Building a Technical Model
While jumps can be very technical events, technical models are often difficult to create because of variations from athlete to athlete. The eight coach participants…
The Jumps Roundtable #2: Reducing and Managing Injuries
No coach wants their athletes to get injured, but what can you do to prevent it from happening? In Part 4 of the Jumps Roundtable…
Top 5 Glute Exercises for Sprinters
If the glute does not extend the hip when it is supposed to, the hamstring or the spinal erectors will…
Acknowledging Another Coaching Mentor: Bob Sevene
Great coaches impact not just the athletes they train, but also the other coaches they work with and the coaches…
Acceleration, Coordination, Variation: Three Ingredients for Sprinting Success
Multi-sport athletes often excel as sprinters because of their experience with acceleration, coordination, and variation. In order to help your…
A Mind for Success: Shaping Your Perspective
Great athletes learn how to train their mind, as well as their body. They need to shape their own perspective,…
The Economical Runner: Maximizing Biomechanical Efficiency
While an athlete’s efficiency is affected by both genetic and adaptive factors, not all are modifiable and some have little…
Does a Post-Workout ‘Anabolic Window of Opportunity’ Really Exist?
Nutrient timing has become a holy grail of sorts for athletes, dietitians, exercise physiologists, and researchers. This article explores whether…
The Benefits of Eccentric Loading
Eccentric exercise improves various aspects of athletic development, including anaerobic power, acceleration, endurance, and maximum strength. Examining these parameters through…