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Tired of Deadlifting? Ways to Utilize the Skater Squat Instead
If you’re tired of deadlifts or just looking for a fantastic deadlift alternative, Coach Mike Over recommends the skater squat and its variations to not…
Stationary Rower MAS Workouts to Pass the 5k Rower Aerobic Test in the ACFT
Coach Ben Charles provides four rower workout options, ranging from aerobic to anaerobic, using max aerobic speed training (MAS). These can help soldiers on a…
The Death of Volume
Because many of us have been taught for so long that a harder workout results in a better outcome, rest days are often the last…
Handheld Dynamometers: Determine Your Process Before Your Purchase
Handheld dynamometers are useful in rehab and becoming increasingly popular with performance coaches. If you’re in the market for an HHD, Vien Vu explains the…
Understanding How Simple Biomechanics Points Toward Eccentric Training
If speed is king in all movements, don’t overlook developing the speed it takes to stop. Coach Joey Guarascio explains how performance increases through an…
Just a Coach in the Strength and Conditioning Profession
While Coach Jim Ferris is happy to see the strength and conditioning profession expanding, he has concerns over the growing…
Looking at Rehearsed Speed Drills Through the Lens of Corrective Exercise
How do we help athletes move well, and how do we help athletes move well faster? Coach Jason Feairheller explores…
Lessons from the Platform
Why is your training space so special to you? Coach Missy Mitchell-McBeth reflects on the clarity she finds when lifting…
Facility Finders: North Scott High School (IA)
Facility Finders visits Coach Tony Stewart at North Scott High School in Iowa for a look at the redesigned Lancer…
Training Large Group Sessions in the Private Sector
There may be even more constraints to running a large group training session in a private facility than in a…
Managing Stress Through Autoregulated Training
You don’t always get 100% from athletes, so what can you do to ensure you maximize each training session for…
15 Keys for Taking Video Analysis to the Next Level
Video analysis is a very important part of training. In this article, Kyle Davey, coach and owner of the Salem…