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The Coach’s Guide to Variable Friction Resistance: Maximizing the Exer-Genie
Resisted sprinting without the bulk. Watson Berreman explores how the Exer-Genie’s compact rope-and-pulley system allows coaches to train constant resistance, deceleration, and multi-planar motion. Ideal…
The Fast Lane: To Squat or Not to Squat for Athletic Development
Korfist, Fichter, and Kerr tackle the age-old debate: should athletes squat—or are there better ways to build speed and power?
Vibration Plates & Whole-Body Vibration: Why the Buzz Is Real
Vibration plates are more than gym gimmicks—they trigger reflex muscle contractions, boost circulation, calm over-active tissue, and enhance proprioception. Matt Cooper unpacks the science behind…
New Angles on Speed and Agility Training
Lower-extremity injuries plague athletes—but smart design and plyometric strategy can make the difference. Kim Goss introduces the Skyhook Modular Plyo Box and explains how angled,…
The Doctorate Playbook Pt. 1
When Dr. Dan Mullins began his doctoral journey, he didn’t imagine it would become a story of legacy, grit, and growth. In this first part…
Kinvent KForce Review: What’s Changed
What’s new with Kinvent’s third-generation KForce force plates? Physical therapist Vien Vu presents the pros and cons in this product…
Popular Articles
The Future of Fitness: Why Blood Flow Restriction Training Is Changing Rehab, Recovery, and Resistance Training
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training uses controlled pressure to stimulate strength, hypertrophy, and recovery using light loads. Dr. Michael MacPherson…
Reconsider the Romanian Deadlift
The Romanian deadlift has long been praised for its posterior chain benefits, but is it always the right choice? Kim…
The Fast Lane Episode 2, Part 2
Korfist and Fichter break down templates, acceleration, and year-round systems that keep athletes fast, strong, and neurologically sharp.
How to Use and Make the Most of Your GPS Data
GPS vests are no longer just pro-gear—they’re unlocking actionable insights for coaches at every level. Ryan Miller breaks down key…
Bridging the Gap – How Training Angular Velocities in the Weight Room Transfers to Sprinting
Traditional lifts target force, but often miss velocity and movement specificity. Nolan Dreher explores exercises built around swing-leg retraction, angular…
My First Year With OVR Jump
After a full year using OVR Jump with collegiate hockey teams, Coach Chris Kerr saw 10% average drops in ground…