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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 the right combination to provide…
The Force System in Training
Coach Hunter Eisenhower presents the Force System for training. It emphasizes force over strength and is the result of multiple years’ worth of learning, asking…
The Body-Weight-to-Performance Ratio
Coach Rodrigo Alvira Isla explains the BW-to-performance ratio, a metric designed to provide a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between an athlete’s weight fluctuations…
Rediscover Push Jerks: Rethinking Explosive Upper-Body Training
Why does the bench press get so much attention when dynamic standing overhead movements like the push jerk may be a better strength exercise for…
Putting the BUFF in Buffalo: The Croc Show Episode 3 Featuring Jacob Ramos
Coach Jacob Ramos joins Coach Croc on Episode 3 of the Croc show, providing a full facility tour of the weight room at Samuel Clemens…
Friction & Elasticity: Rethinking the Force-Velocity Curve for Basketball Players
Most basketball players are elastic, reactive athletes who naturally excel in those areas. Matt Cooper argues that coaches should rethink…
Creating a Plan for In-Season Softball Training
Coaches need to keep the differences between pitchers and fielders in mind when developing a training program for softball players.…
Helping High School Athletes Recover Faster with Firefly Recovery
In light of the unique challenges young athletes face, Lauren Campbell and Conlan Sodrosky present the Firefly Recovery device as…
Game over Too Soon: The Consequences of Rushed ACL Rehab
ACL rehabilitation is a tough battle that can be overwhelming. Kelsey Kryger explains why you should take your ACL rehab…
The Impact of Qualified S&C Professionals on High School Sports
Athletes can work as hard as they can, but if they’re not doing it the right way, they may never…
How Many Games Are Too Many Games?
As Coach Nathan Huffstutter reiterates, the ability to endure and the ability to excel are not one and the same.…
How to Introduce Maces and Clubs into Strength Training
Coach Brandon Holder recommends using maces and clubs in strength training because they offer something a little different and allow…