Defender
Do Video Games Improve Performance?
Every year, sports video games become more realistic. To the untrained eye, they may even appear to be the real thing. Despite their realism, however, substituting video games for practice [...]
How to Steal Like Rajon Rondo
Some say the art of stealing can’t be taught. For Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo, it’s all about quick reaction and clever misdirection. “Most of my skills come [from] [...]
Improve Your Cuts With the Pyramid Technique
Before a cutting movement, you must first train your body and mind to execute an explosive stop. Yes, it seems strange, but faster deceleration means a faster athlete. That stopping [...]
Add Pop To Your Punch With Terrell Owens
Forget playing best in your prime. How about getting better and better with age? For Terrell Owens, it might be both, because the 36-year-old is playing like a wideout in [...]
Avoid Ankle Injuries
The ankle must support the weight of the body against the ground while maintaining your ability to move, whether you’re walking down the street or faking out a defender. For [...]
D1 Sports Training Opens Savannah Facility
Just spreadin' the word to all y'all in the Peach State that D1 Sports Training and Therapy has officially opened the doors of its newest facility, D1 Savannah. D1 provides [...]
Exclusive Training With U.S. National Team Defender Heather Mitts
With more than 100 caps in international play, it’s no surprise that defender Heather Mitts was named to the U.S. Women’s National team for the 2010 Women’s World Cup Qualifying [...]
Exercise of the Week: Barefoot Balance Towel Drill
Balance is a huge component of many different sports skills. Without it, you wouldn’t be able to accurately throw a pass, shoot a puck or shed a defender. It’s sometimes [...]
Locker Room Quote of the Week: August 2
“Nobody's a natural. You work hard to get good and then work to get better. It's hard to stay on top.” --Paul Coffey, NHL Hall-of-Fame defenseman As double sessions and practices [...]
2-on-2 Revolution: Rondo's Rules
Teamwork matters, and it's never more apparent than in the Red Bull 2-on-2 Revolution tournament. The tournament stops in five cities—Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.—over five summer [...]
