mobility
Preventing ACL Injuries in Soccer Players
Soccer is an incredibly fast and dynamic game. Players are constantly sprinting, decelerating and changing direction to make plays on the pitch. All this movement can place serious stress on [...]
The Benefits of Weightlifting Shoes
As an athlete, strength training is all about producing force. The more force we can produce in the weight room: the greater our chances for transfer to...
How to Time Training Peaks to Be Your Best When It Matters Most
Timing training peaks requires maintaining a delicate balance.
Build Athletic Strength with the Playground Sandbag Workout
As Sandbag Workouts continue to gain popularity, athletes and trainers are seeking various approaches to intensify their training programs; however, one...
Optimizing Energy Transfer in Your Lacrosse Shot
While I continue to study and analyze the game of lacrosse, I have had the opportunity to identify several specific movement patterns necessary to be...
Train Like a Pro: Baseball Strength Workout Program
Baseball season is long and grueling. You need the strength and power to hit and throw hard, but most importantly you need to stay healthy. That's why in the off-season [...]
Try This Hip and Chest Opener from NFL Wide Receiver Pierre Garcon
NFL wide receiver Pierre Garcon currently holds the Washington Redskins' record for most receptions in a single season. He also is one of three players in NFL history with five-plus catches [...]
Is It Too Soon for Olympic Lifts?
The addition and subsequent boom of CrossFit in the fitness community has brought a dramatic increase in the use of Olympic Weightlifting in strength...
3 Acceleration Drills for a Faster First Step
Acceleration involves increasing your speed and generally involves 20-40 meters of straight ahead sprinting. This is a critical skill for sports because...
How You Can Olympic Lift With an Injury
Mobility issues and injury, specifically a wrist injury, can be a huge problem for an Olympic lifter, or any athlete that uses Olympic lifting in their...
