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The Transfer Portal, NIL, and Everything They Bring (Part 1)
How have NIL payments and the transfer portal changed the approach of college football coaches? Joey Guarascio kicks off our new “Changing with the Game”…
Reducing Barriers to Injury Prevention Program Implementation
Even the best program in the world won’t work if it doesn’t get employed. To help injury prevention programs (IPPs) succeed, Dr. Nicole Surdyka presents…
Three Methods for Training Year-Round Volleyball Players
With various sports finding ways to play and practice year-round, volleyball continues to drive up practice and tournament demands every year. For a high school…
Maximal Sprint Speed: Evaluating 10m Flys Under Different Conditions
Coach Rad Misko ran a pilot experiment with one athlete to measure maximal speed times using the 10m fly. Discover what he found out when…
Shockwave Therapy for Athletes: Mechanisms & Latest Scientific Findings
What is shockwave therapy really, and should your athletes use it? Jim Wittstrom examines the research, explains why advice varies, and looks at which types…
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…
Jump Landing Mechanics & Injury Prevention in Athletes (The LESS Test)
With so many athletes performing jump-based exercises in training, the importance of landing safely cannot be overlooked. In this article,…
Thunderbird Is the Word: The Croc Show Episode 2 Featuring Howard Jackson
Coach Howard Jackson joins Coach Croc on Episode 2 of the Croc show, providing a full facility tour of the…
Lining Up the Cue: Expanding Options for Foundational Movements
Since athletes are different and respond to different cues, you (and your athletes) will benefit from having many cueing choices…
Choosing the Right Board for Triple Jump
Is your triple jump athlete ready to take off from a longer board? Coach Rob Assise helps you determine when…
No Age Limit: Optimizing Performance as a Senior Athlete
Age shouldn’t stop athletes from pursuing their goals and continuing to enjoy healthy, active lives. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) in…
The Case Against the Nordic Curl: Why This Popular Exercise May Do More Harm Than Good
Coach Kim Goss examines the research and reasons to regard the Nordic curl primarily as a bodybuilding exercise, not an…