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Creating and Closing Space: Training Deceleration in 2024
Speed matters in many sports, but the ability to decelerate quickly can make the difference between a win and a loss. In this article, Torin…
Different Ways of Measuring Barbell Velocity and Why It Matters
Technology plays an increasingly important role in training athletes at all levels. However, the most effective approaches must capture data without distracting or interfering with…
From the NBA to Power 5 College Basketball: Insights from a Strength and Conditioning Professional
When Cliff Spiller transitioned from the NBA to Power 5 college basketball, he encountered several challenges and opportunities. Importantly, student-athletes have different needs than professionals.…
Technology Roundtable: Introducing the OHM Run
Mark Hoover, Mike Wright, and Vien Vu discuss their experiences using the OHM Run to train student-athletes. They find that it brings several benefits to…
Playing With Pace and Precision Using Lazser Down
Measuring down and distance often interrupts football games, interfering with coaches trying to make informed decisions and degrading the experience of in-person fans. Lazser Down…
Sprinting Quality Parameters Comparison with Tensiomyography and High-Speed Video
This pilot study compares Tensiomyography (TMG) muscle contraction data with high-speed video sprint metrics to evaluate how alactic and lactic…
A Simple Guide to Microdosing Speed Work In-Season
During the off-season, coaches can use training programs to push athletes. During the season, though, the focus often shifts away…
Power and Its Elusive Identity
How can performance professionals apply academic research into power in training their athletes? First, coaches, trainers, and others in the…
Getting Young Athletes to Prioritize Sleep for Better Performance
Coaches and trainers face a lot of challenges while working with student athletes. Convincing them to get enough sleep (8-10…
The Art of “Plan B” Training
Plan B training helps coaches adapt to unexpected events like thunderstorms and athlete injuries. In this article, Coach Jon Hughes…
Velocity-Based Training for Powerlifting
Velocity-based training (VBT) for powerlifting has shown itself to be an effective method with its adaptive approach to building brute…
Wall Drills That Work
While the effectiveness of traditional wall drills can spark debate, Coach Chris Korfist uses a specific wall progression targeting the…