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Periodizing for Mastery: A New Approach to Preseason Training for Team Sports
Pierre Austruy presents a contrasting approach to the classical periodization model for preseason training—a maturation method that proposes an inverted pyramid where the technical mastery…
Breaking Down Walls: A Road Map for Successful Sports Science Collaboration
Why does a sports performance team need a sport scientist, and how can you establish and integrate a sport science department at the college level?…
Training Football “Game Speed”
Looking at the 40-yard dash and speed on the field of play, Coach Tony Villani explains why the development of game speed for football players…
Building a Remote Training Platform for a Sustainable Future
The pandemic led to the shutdown of gyms and fitness facilities around the world. But Austin Wasserman, owner of High Level Throwing, explains how CoachMePlus’s…
Facility Finders: Guyer High School (TX)
The latest installment of Facility Finders takes us to Guyer High School in Denton, Texas. Coach John Delf-Montgomery talks to Guyer S&C Coordinator Rachel Hayes…
10 Common Misconceptions About Feed the Cats
Misconceptions happen when we take other people’s word on something without trying it out ourselves. In this new series on…
Using EMG and Inertial Analysis to Improve the Bench Press
Would the use of a wider grip help a competitive powerlifter improve his bench press performance? Exercise physiologist Mike Croskery…
How to Organize and Develop an Effective Training Plan for an MMA Fighter
When analyzing the physical demands of MMA, it can be overwhelming to even begin thinking about developing a program, as…
Drills for the Win – An Altered Approach During a Unique Season
Coaches around the world have had to adjust their training programs in the face of some unusual recent seasons. Coach…
Four Reasons to Educate Your Athletes (and How to Provide That Foundation)
Coach Ashton King explains why you should educate your athletes—meaning, ensure they understand the principles, reasoning, data, and technology behind…
Developing a Map for Cooperation Between Performance & Sports Coaches
If we all want what’s best for our athletes, then S&C coaches and sports coaches should be able to communicate…
Tempo Training for Baseball
Why should baseball players use tempo training? Coach Sam Feldman explains how correctly mixing it in with training in the…