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Positions, Progressions & Patience: A Better Approach to Push-Ups for Female Athletes
Coach Rachel Hayes discusses why for females, push-ups are more of a reflection of strength than a foundational strength builder. Therefore, coaches should be progressing…
Blood Flow Restriction Training in the Lower Extremity Rehab of Athletes
Backed up by extensive research, Jim Wittstrom explores the use of blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy to rehab lower-extremity injuries in athletes and get them…
A Brief History of VBT: Iron Game Pioneers Who Revolutionized Athletic Training
While many others have contributed to modern strength training methods, Coach Kim Goss believes these 12 specific individuals should be recognized for helping to “change…
Out of My Lane: Speed Training for Volleyball
When watching a game of volleyball, you may not immediately see the need to train speed and sprintability. However, as Coach Kendall Green points out,…
Everybody Hurts Sometimes: Breathing Strategies for Return to Play
Coach Rob Wilson discusses some of the simplest ways to positively impact the return to play experience with breathing strategies and offers insight for coaches,…
Start with a Bang (and Other Keys to Winning in the 4×100 Relay)
The handoffs in a 4x100m relay are one area in track and field that requires precision. Coach Brumund-Smith discusses how…
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What I’ve Added and Dropped with Collecting Measurement Data
Coach Joey Bergles added measurable drills to his training programs to get more data that drives athlete intent. Then, he…
Examining Unilateral and Bilateral Strength Training Exercises
Mike Croskery joins the unilateral versus bilateral strength training discussion with this examination of how these exercises train (or don’t…
Get Faster Now with Cluster Training
When Roger Bannister broke the four-minute mile, he did it by using rest and reps in training. Coaches Mvumvure and…
The Jump Matrix: Purpose and Application
With so many different kinds of jumps, it can be difficult to put together a balanced and comprehensive jump training…
Different Approaches to a Training Plateau
Every athlete requires a unique approach in order to reach their full potential. Current coach and former NFL tight end…
Three Components of Sprinting (and How S&C Coaches Can Improve Each)
Coach Steve Haggerty looks at the three components of sprinting—strength, elasticity, and technical—and explains how to improve them to improve…