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From the Inside Looking Out: What Force Plate Testing Has Taught Me
Ryan McLaughlin reflects on his experiences working with force plate technology at VALD, emphasizing how real value comes from consistent retesting and actionable insights—not just…
Rapid Fire – Episode #17 Featuring Cody Hughes
Cody Hughes joins Justin on Rapid Fire to talk about his next chapter—building one of the most innovative performance facilities in the country from the…
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, reinforces quality movement patterns, and…
Building a Better High Jump: A Review of Stride Patterns
Coach Noah Kaminsky explores the biomechanics that can make or break your performance in the high jump. This article challenges long-standing assumptions and emphasizes the…
How We Got Our First Sprint Relays to State in Program History
Sprint Coach Robert Dunn tells the story of how he helped guide a group of female sprinters from being on the outside looking in to…
Beyond the Play: Tech-Driven Insights for Peak Football Performance
Training football players requires more than building strength—it’s about developing speed, power, and recovery for game-day performance. Coaches Zackary Ceci…
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,…
Building a Better High Jump: A Review of Stride Patterns
Coach Noah Kaminsky explores the biomechanics that can make or break your performance in the high jump. This article challenges…
How We Got Our First Sprint Relays to State in Program History
Sprint Coach Robert Dunn tells the story of how he helped guide a group of female sprinters from being on…
Science, Dogma, and Effective Practice in S&C
This article explores the intersection of science, cognitive biases, and practical application in the field of S&C. By drawing on…
How We Trained for the 2025 NFL Draft
Coach Stephen Haggerty details his time training five under-the-radar college football athletes for the NFL Combine. The program resulted in…
Rapid Fire—Episode #16 Featuring George Greene: Holistic Athlete Management
Host Justin Ochoa connects with George Greene — Director of High Performance at UMass Football — for a deep dive…