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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 analogies and real-world examples, it…
Why We Don’t Perform Hang Cleans
Despite his own background as a competitive Olympic weightlifter, Coach Cole Hergott now uses the lifts sparingly with his own teams. Instead, to safely train…
1080 Sprint: Four Essential Tips You Won’t Find in the Manual
1080 Motion provides users numerous educational and technical resources to make best use of their tools, but what insider hacks can you only learn with…
Running Through Time: An Athlete’s Story of Resilience and Recovery
The epidemic of ACL injuries hasn’t just taken a physical toll on young female athletes—the social and emotional impact can be just as devastating. College…
Maximizing Success in the Weight Room: A College Strength Coach’s Playbook
Based on prior experience with multiple weight room technologies, University of Colorado S&C Coach Steve Englehart now relies on the Output Sports system for velocity-based…
Train Fast to Play Fast: Using VBT to Develop Durable and Explosive Athletes
In this article, Tim Crowley outlines a full guide to implementing a velocity-based approach to your training program. This article…
1080 Sprint: Four Essential Tips You Won’t Find in the Manual
1080 Motion provides users numerous educational and technical resources to make best use of their tools, but what insider hacks…
Running Through Time: An Athlete’s Story of Resilience and Recovery
The epidemic of ACL injuries hasn’t just taken a physical toll on young female athletes—the social and emotional impact can…
Maximizing Success in the Weight Room: A College Strength Coach’s Playbook
Based on prior experience with multiple weight room technologies, University of Colorado S&C Coach Steve Englehart now relies on the…
RTP Module #3: Force Plates and Decision Making—A Conversation with Brian Buck
The learning curve to properly implement force plates can appear daunting for coaches just getting started with the technology. Coach…
Still Competing? A Conditioning Guide for Adult League Athletes (or Anyone) Over 35
How should recreational athletes over 35 prepare for an adult league or masters sport? Coach Mike Over surveys a range…
Redefining Assessment in K-12 Physical Education: A Foundation for LTAD
For PE teachers, physical assessments have long been synonymous with broad standards for push-ups, sit-ups, and traditional exercises. Coach Tucker…