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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 college one. Coach Juju Griffith…
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 every individual? Autoregulation. Coach Drew…
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 Speed Academy, relays his top…
Mechanisms of Adaptation to High Velocity Throwing
Throwing velocity is a major component of what makes or breaks a professional baseball pitcher. Coach Tyler Anzmann breaks down the how and why of…
Four Low-Cost Athlete Readiness Tools to Enhance Your Program
No matter your budget, monitoring athlete readiness is essential to developing the right training program. Coach Brandon Holder presents four affordable and effective readiness tools…
Getting Fired: The Croc Show Featuring Scott Salwasser (Part 3)
Wrapping up a three-part conversation with Coach Scott Salwasser, Coach Croc tackles one of the constant specters of the strength…
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Misconceptions on Women in Weightlifting
Women have been in Olympic weightlifting for years, yet misconceptions about a female athlete’s ability to compete in the sport…
Foundational Jump Development for All Levels
It can be easy to think that the solution to weak jumps is heavier squats. Ross Garner explains why this…
5 Common Misconceptions About HRV Data
The increased availability of HRV devices should be a good thing, but it’s making it difficult to discern the value…
Facility Finders: Urbandale High School
In this first of a series, Coach John Delf-Montgomery talks to Pete Traynor at Urbandale High School about the high…
5 Common Misconceptions About GPP (General Physical Preparedness)
As with so many things these days, there is a disconnect between the definition of general physical preparedness and the…
Training Transitions Between Movement Patterns to Improve Athleticism
As Coach Jason Feairheller explains, moving well in competition is not just about skillfully executing movement patterns, but transitioning fluidly…