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Sub-Categories: [ 160 Articles Listed ] 10 Keys To Athletic Success!
By: Other Writer
So you consider yourself an athlete? What does that mean? How can you be sure that you will be successful as an athlete? Here are 10 things that I consider keys to athletic success. 1649 Words - Date Added: Apr 13, 2004
10 Mistakes Athletes Make
By: Charles Staley
Even the smartest, most dedicated trainees make lots of mistakes on an ongoing basis. That’s why even the best athletes have coaches. Here are the most common mistakes! 3227 Words - Date Added: Oct 14, 2002
10 Tips To Prepare For An Ironman.
By: World Of Endurance
Ironman South Africa may seem a long way away but solid foundations laid now wil pave the road to a successful race. So, if you are planning to complete Ironman next year, here are some questions and guidelines to assist you. 1758 Words - Date Added: Nov 09, 2004
4 Easy Steps To Improve Your 10-yard Dash And 40-yard Dash.
By: Sport X Training
Improving the athlete's 40-yard dash time in a matter of minutes is possible. Here are some steps to improve your sprint time. 1605 Words - Date Added: Jul 11, 2005
6 Deadly Excuses Why Sports Organizations Don't Buy Insurance!
By: Softball Performance
Find out why sports organnizations are tempted to say no buy insurance and the TRUTH behind it! 806 Words - Date Added: Jul 02, 2003
6 Keys To Getting Maximum Results In Minimum Time At Home!
By: Jason Morgan
If you're serious about your sport, you must know and live these 6 principles that I call the 6 Secrets of Successful Sports-Specific Conditioning... 1355 Words - Date Added: Aug 06, 2004
A Guide To Sport Training For All Beginning Athletes.
By: Brad Revare
In this huge guide you will find out exactly what you need to know to become a better athlete. Brad goes into detail on what your training and nutrition program should include and more... 5769 Words - Date Added: Aug 28, 2004
A New Look at Specificity
By: Charles Staley
Can the development of (for example) strength in a particular exercise (say, the squat) lead to strength improvements in the target sport skill (say, a volleyball serve)? Does transfer even exist? Get your technical questions answered! 3251 Words - Date Added: Feb 13, 2001
A New Method To Build Muscle Fast... And Avoid Injuries!
By: Pete Sisco
There are simple ways to avoid injuries and one of them is fantastically effective at building muscle. What? A safer way to lift that increases muscle building? Yes. Here is the full description and sample workouts for a few exercises. 1204 Words - Date Added: Jun 03, 2002
Advanced Athletic Leg Training: Complete Neuromuscular Overload.
By: IDS Sports
Leg strength contributes to speed, power, balance, and agility, key components in almost all sports. Traditional resistance training programs typically overlook single-leg exercises due to their difficulty and awkwardness. Learn why and how to change your routine! 1618 Words - Date Added: May 01, 2003
All Speed And Agility Articles
By: Bodybuilding.com
Check out our section on Speed and Agility! Date Added: Mar 14, 2003
Alpine Skiing Training!
By: Peak Performance
Whatever sport you take part in, it's wise to remember certain basic principles when devising a training program... 1146 Words - Date Added: Dec 20, 2004
An Interview With Arena Football Player Saul Patu!
By: ProStarOnline.com
Saul Patu who is a leading QB Sack leader tells us his story. Continue here to learn a little more about him. 710 Words - Date Added: Jul 14, 2005
An Introduction To Plyometrics.
By: Softball Performance
For many years coaches and athletes have sought to improve power in order to enhance performance. Learn why and how it can help YOU! 703 Words - Date Added: May 08, 2003
Are You Excited About The Winter Olympics?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
Are you excited about the Winter Olympics? Find out what other people from the message boards think... 3306 Words - Date Added: Jan 26, 2006
Are You Ready For Game Day? Pre-Obstacle-Course Prep
By: ShaNay Norvell
What is game day? Game day is the day of any competition, be it a Body Building, Fitness, or in this case Obstacle Course competition. This is the opportunity to put your skills on the line and see where you rank amongst fellow competitors and peers. Learn the tricks! 1698 Words - Date Added: May 17, 2002
Athletic Performance & Bodybuilding!
By: Matt Danielsson
While many readers have the weight training as a mainstay for keeping fit and healthy, some even competing, there are a lot of people who use the weight room for boosting another, primary sport. 919 Words - Date Added: Oct 08, 2002
Attaining Academic Excellence!
By: Brad Revare
Don't ignore academics and try to realize that you will not be able to play sports forever. Here are some techniques to help get your academics in check so you can play sports without worry of being put into probation or worse... 1625 Words - Date Added: Jul 28, 2005
Balancing Weight Training And Sports
By: Phano Paul Som
I've been receiving a lot of questions lately about how to balance sports and bodybuilding and I have decided to address the issue. If you've ever played sports at a competitive level, then you know how much some sports demand from its athletes. 1218 Words - Date Added: Jul 25, 2002
Basketball Agility Training: More Important Than Your Vertical Jump!
By: Josh Henkin
What does a basketball player need to be working on to improve their performance? I will review some of my favorite drills in different areas of physical preparation. 994 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
Basketball Agility Training: Part Two!
By: Josh Henkin
Everyone wants to perform better and become a winner, but are these same individuals and teams willing to put in the work? Here are more drills that you can
do to really improve your skills on the court. 1158 Words - Date Added: Jun 26, 2003
Basketball Training Programs For Young Athletes.
By: Mauro Di Pasquale
During this time of year in basketball, coaches should really make the most of their there pre-practice and pre-game stretching routines. Get some great samples right here and see a great bonus section! 2300 Words - Date Added: Nov 02, 2005
Become The Strongest Pound-For-Pound Person Around
By: Jonathan Stehlik
What would a person need to do to start developing their own total body fitness and strength, an overall supreme level of endurance and stamina, speed, coordination, power, confidence, and other skills and attributes? Here is my research! 940 Words - Date Added: Feb 10, 2002
Bodybuilding for Tennis
By: John LeMare
I've designed four separate routines that work different parts of the body. Each workout will help to increase strength, size and stamina and with in turn improve your tennis ability while helping put on mass.
1011 Words - Date Added: Mar 07, 2002
Burn Fat Like A Blow Torch With High Octane Cardio (HOC)!
By: Mike Mahler
Lets face it. Most forms of cardio training are boring. When was the last time that you got excited about getting on a stair master or a treadmill? I get bored just thinking about using one of those machines. Enter the world of High Octane Cardio (HOC) and get ready to burn fat and increase endurance like nothing that you have ever tried before. 1711 Words - Date Added: Jun 27, 2003
Cat Like Reflex Training Methods!
By: Bionic Plyometrics
It can go with out saying that whatever your sport, improved reaction time & response time a.k.a. reflex speed will be vital. Learn how to improve your reflexes... 1714 Words - Date Added: Jan 21, 2005
Choline: Supplements Of This Essential Compound Help Many Types Of Athletes!
By: Peak Performance
Will runners, swimmers, and basketball players benefit from choline supplementation? Well to find out more about this unique compound read on to get all the details. The results will surpise you. 3019 Words - Date Added: Jul 12, 2005
Comparing Different Methods Of Working Out.
By: Mike Murphy
In today's broad horizon of bodybuilding, there are many different ideas as to which method of working out is the best. I have narrowed them down to 4 main methods. 893 Words - Date Added: Mar 15, 2003
Conditioning Myths & Half-Truths.
By: Softball Performance
While we are getting better at spotting the fitness scams and junk science, there are still a lot of myths floating around the world of sports medicine. Here is a quick overview of some of the more popular myths and why you shouldn't believe everything you hear. 996 Words - Date Added: Jun 12, 2003
Core Conditioning: Scientific Abdominal Training For Softball!
By: Bodybuilding.com
Core conditioning is a more integrated and complete approach to abdominal training. The purpose of this column is to educate softball coaches on sports training as it applies to the sport of softball. 1527 Words - Date Added: Apr 23, 2003
Cornerback Attack - Improve Your Quickness!
By: Joseph Amici
You must understand that size is nothing as a cornerback. You can have huge arms and tree trunk thighs, but you might as well quit trying if you're not quick. Here is a list of exercises I believe will greatly increase your quickness. 1052 Words - Date Added: Jul 18, 2007
Counter-Conditioning Arm-Pump.
By: Intensity Magazine
Working with Clubbell SPP demands fine motor control under tension which makes it your ideal ally in nuking arm-pump hostiles from your race-day battlefields. 1147 Words - Date Added: Mar 19, 2003
Cross-country Skiers Who Crank Up Intensity, Achieve Higher VO2max!
By: Peak Performance
Adaptation to high-intensity vs. low-intensity training - exercise science research is not very supportive of the high-volume paradigm, but most seem to support it anyway. Find out more right here! 2915 Words - Date Added: Dec 16, 2005
Current Trends In Athletic Conditioning: Balance Training.
By: Keats Snideman
The following article will use a little scientific reasoning to analyze this latest fitness boom and will end with some suggestions on how to incorporate sensible balance training into a healthy athletes training regime. 1133 Words - Date Added: Dec 11, 2003
Dark Side Sports Training
By: Intensity Magazine
As I have noted previously, planning and focus is imperative for the long-term success of an athlete's development. 1037 Words - Date Added: Aug 06, 2002
Debate: The Best Exercises For Athletes.
By: eteamz
Researchers have concluded that the explosive-strength & endurance training combination improved race time in well-trained endurance athletes due to improved neuromuscular characteristics. Learn why here. 727 Words - Date Added: Jul 19, 2004
Defensive Back Training.
By: Intensity Magazine
The defensive back position, at any level of football, requires a vast array of skills and an advanced level of athleticism in order to dominate the opposition. 700 Words - Date Added: Mar 17, 2003
Developing Hip Power.
By: Intensity Magazine
Your mid back to the back of your knee are responsible for the most important and explosive power on the field, your hips. 1331 Words - Date Added: Feb 27, 2003
Developing The Multidimensional Athlete.
By: Progressive Sporting Systems
Simple conditioning skills start to develop as an infant. You learn to do very basic skills, and as you mature, the programming becomes more complicated as do the movements. 2127 Words - Date Added: Sep 04, 2004
Different Strokes For Different Folks.
By: Kelly Baggett
Here are a few examples of how different folks use different strokes to achieve the desired result. Learn how to pay attention to your static-spring balance and learn to optimize the various qualities to achieve success in your sport. 1998 Words - Date Added: Aug 25, 2004
Discus & Shot Put Tips & Drills!
By: eteamz
Check out these awesome discus & shot put tips and drills for track and field athletes! 989 Words - Date Added: Jul 28, 2004
Does Jet Lag Affect Performance?
By: Softball Performance
Anyone who has traveled between time zones can tell you that air travel can wreak havoc with your internal clock and dramatically decrease your energy level. Learn why it happens and how to help prevent it! 390 Words - Date Added: May 31, 2003
Flexibility For Swimming!
By: SportSpecific.com
With summer in full swing and temperatures rising, many of us turn to the pool as a cool way to get some aerobic exercise without all the sweat. But before you dive in and start counting laps, remember that just because swimming doesn't involve any impact on the joints, that doesn't mean that joint flexibility isn't important. 1552 Words - Date Added: Apr 06, 2004
Football Training
By: Aaron Ciak
This is one of the best mass building workouts that I ever did. This workout got me stronger than I ever was. If you follow this and stick with it you will have no problem when it comes to the strength portion of football. 653 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
For Concussions, Rest Is Best!
By: Mauro Di Pasquale
Approximately ten percent of all athletes involved in contact sports, such as football, hockey, and soccer suffer a concussion each season (some estimates are as high as 19 percent). Because many mild concussions go undiagnosed and unreported, it is difficult to estimate precisely the rate of concussion in any sport. 629 Words - Date Added: Jan 15, 2004
Four-Week Program For Change Of Direction In Sports!
By: Mauro Di Pasquale
Regardless of whether you're breaking on a fly ball, going in the hole, or charging a bunt you have to start, stop, and change direction. You must also be able to keep your body under control in the process. In game situations, most errors and injuries occur during plays involving an all-out change of direction. 843 Words - Date Added: Mar 23, 2004
Gaining Size Quickly for Sports
By: Phano Som
Lately, I've been receiving numerous e-mails on how to quickly gain
size for specific sports such as football. Here are my thoughts. 533 Words - Date Added: Mar 20, 2000
Get Hard As A Rock For Rock Climbing!
By: Kristin Reisinger
If you're like me, you didn't get out on the rock nearly enough last year. Get a jump start this year by improving your strength, endurance, balance, flexibility and more... 1500 Words - Date Added: Apr 08, 2004
Get To Grips With Hand Strength: Develop Your Grip.
By: David Robson
Grip training can heavily influence the amount of weight lifted, and develop the forearms to such a degree that one is prompted to take a double take... Read below to learn why grip strength is important and about types of exercises available. 2545 Words - Date Added: Jun 03, 2005
Getting In Shape (GPP and SPP) - With Exercise Guides!
By: Josh Henkin
Seems as though everyone in the gym, on the track, in the spinning class are all trying to get in shape. Get in shape for what? What does this all too common saying actually mean? To be honest, being in shape means different things for different people. How can YOU get in shape? 620 Words - Date Added: Jun 17, 2002
Getting To Know The Renegade!
By: Coach Davies
In an effort to bring our readership cutting-edge information, we stumbled onto one of the most well-read athletic coaches in the last year but also one steeped in mystery. 1032 Words - Date Added: Oct 17, 2002
Gymnastics & Skills Part 1-2: Aerial Tricks, Leaps, Holds & Push Ups.
By: Linda Cusmano
The bare bones of moves you should try to achieve: a handstand, cartwheel, a scale and a front roll. Here are some great examples of aerial tricks, leaps & pushups. Get the following skills step-by-step and more right here. 2147 Words - Date Added: Jan 25, 2008
High Intensity Conditioning!
By: EliteAthleteTraining.com
Over the last few years I have been experimenting with different approaches/modalities to satisfy and/or meet the needs of this specific group of clients. 973 Words - Date Added: Aug 12, 2004
High Repetition Clean And Jerks: Intense Cardio for Serious Athletes!
By: Mike Mahler
If you are afraid of hard work and don't want your heart rate to go through the roof, then leave this exercise for the real tough men and women and join the next spinning class at your gym. For the others, read on... 575 Words - Date Added: Jan 27, 2003
High Repetition Snatches: Intense Cardio For Serious Athletes!
By: Mike Mahler
Last article I went over the high repetition kettlebell clean and jerk as an example of a brutal movement for cardiovascular exercise. This week I am going to give you another incredible exercise to add to your arsenal: the high repetition one-arm snatch. 1029 Words - Date Added: Jan 29, 2003
How Can I Better Prepare For Football?
By: Josh Henkin
Find out what the best way to get ready for your coming football season is. 1285 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
How Can I Improve For Basketball?
By: Josh Henkin
Question: I am a 14 year old basketball player. My coach has recently told me to bulk up after the season. My main goal is to
increase my abdominal strength and my chest to bump defenders off me and drive
to the hole with greater strength. What should I do? 526 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
How Can We Increase The Safety Of Sports?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
How can we increase the safety of sports? As sports get more physically demanding the possibility for injury increases. Learn more right here about the positive impact of safety, importance of education & conditioning and some of the most dangerous... 3401 Words - Date Added: Apr 17, 2007
How Can You Develop Your Arms Accordingly To Your Sport?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
How Can You Develop Your Arms Accordingly To Your Sport? Our forum members share with you what sports require the most arm strength, speed, exercises that will help, and who has the best arms in sports. Check it out! 4148 Words - Date Added: Jul 03, 2006
How Can You Improve Your Skill At Racquet Sports?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
How can you improve your skill at racquet sports? Two of our forum members have put together some routines and ideas for you to try with any racquet sport and unlock that hidden potential. Learn more... 3511 Words - Date Added: May 10, 2006
How Do Competitive Athletes Stay Motivated?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
Many athletes compete because they love their sport, but is that all that keeps them motivated? The promise of large sums of money must have it's influence, right? What do forum members PolPow53, Aussie LTD & frobro think? 5465 Words - Date Added: Feb 24, 2006
How Do Gymnasts Train For Success? US Gymnast & Trainer Gina Paulhus Explains!
By: Shannon Clark
What will make a great gymnast? I recently sat down with Gina Paulhus, who competed with the USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic program for 10 years... Get the inside scoop on what really makes a great gymnast right here! 3469 Words - Date Added: Aug 25, 2008
How Should An Athlete Set Goals For Their Sport?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
How should an athlete set goals for their sport? See what some of our forum members have to share about this topic. This is very informative and worth a look. Check it out. 8325 Words - Date Added: Mar 24, 2006
How To Build The Perfect Athlete For Any Sport!
By: Jason Morgan
If you're serious about your sport, you must know and live these 6 principles that I call the 6 Secrets of Successful Sports-Specific Conditioning... 1729 Words - Date Added: Jul 27, 2004
How To Get A Body Like A Male Gymnast - Floor Training & Development!
By: Shannon Clark
The Summer Olympics feature popular sports such as track, gymnastics, and swimming, all which require athleticism and strength. Get a look into the training of a gymnast and find out how many never use weights! 1081 Words - Date Added: Aug 08, 2008
How To Keep Your Head In The Game For Playoff Season!
By: Dave DePew
To take aim is not enough; we must awaken a part of us that many only know in moments of desperation. Mental focus is key in preparing for the playoffs. Not much else should change! Keep focus and learn... 1448 Words - Date Added: Nov 15, 2005
Imagery In Sports Training.
By: ISSA
Imagery alone will not make a champion. Athletes still have to spend hours in the gym and on the field and also employ some of the other psychological techniques at their service. Nonetheless, what was once thought of as parlor trickery is now an integral part of their training regime. Learn why & what it is! 1274 Words - Date Added: Aug 01, 2003
Improving Athletic Power!
By: EliteAthleteTraining.com
The purpose of this article is not to discredit or try to punch holes in the training philosophies and beliefs of this first school of thought. Instead, I would like to focus on what I truly believe is a safer, more efficient, more productive... 1546 Words - Date Added: Aug 11, 2004
Increasing Your Vertical Jump
By: Josh Henkin
There are a million products that make promises on increasing one's vertical leap. Everything from jumping shoes to programs that simply use bodyweight exercises. This article lets you know what you can do that will really increase your vertical jump and help improve your sports performance. 1427 Words - Date Added: Apr 22, 2002
Interval Training 101 - For Cyclists, Swimmers, Skiers & More!
By: Peak Performance
Cyclists, swimmers, rowers, cross-country skiers, orienteers, triathletes and runners all engage in interval training in order to increase the amount of time they spend exercising at very high intensities. Can interval training help you? 2802 Words - Date Added: Aug 15, 2004
Interval Training: Sport-Specific Conditioning.
By: Craig Ballantyne
Most sports are characterized by periods of high-intensity effort interspersed with maximal bursts of speed and periods of almost complete inactivity. Will Aerobic interval training be an effective form of training for this? 1816 Words - Date Added: Mar 14, 2006
Interview With Josh Henkin, Famous Sports Coach
By: Josh Henkin
He tells us his ideas on sports training, his personal history and his advice for youg athletes. 975 Words - Date Added: Jul 23, 2002
Jose Canseco Visits The 2006 Iron Man Expo Booth!
By: Bodybuilding Contests
We have video footage from the Fit Expo with an unexpected interview with Jose Canseco. Learn more right here about him and some of the things that have happened to him in the past. Check it out! 18 Words - Date Added: Feb 22, 2006
Josh Henkin Q & A - Sports Training and Supplements
By: Josh Henkin
Tons of questions and answers about training and supplements for sports. You will be shocked at how much you can learn here! 738 Words - Date Added: Jun 01, 2002
Kettlebells: Should You Use Them?
By: Josh Henkin
Kettlebells are terrific for bodyfat loss, improving lean body mass, and helping teach proper speed of the hips (very important for speed and power sports). Learn what they are and what exercises you can do with them! 1074 Words - Date Added: Jan 01, 2003
Killer Strength Program
By: David Knowles
Before I start, this is a powerlifting program, not a bodybuilding program. Of all the programs I've tried, this has boosted my strength the most. Here is my full 14-week cycle! 968 Words - Date Added: Feb 10, 2002
Learn About Interval Training & What Makes A Serious Athlete.
By: Rich Butkevic
You have heard it called HIIT, Body for Life, or wind sprints, but it's all pretty much the same thing; the best, quickest way to get in shape and lose fat. Examples for beginner, intermediate and advanced included. 957 Words - Date Added: May 25, 2007
Living The Code!
By: Coach Davies
This week we are going to be doing striking exercises that will help build your torso flexibility, speed and power in a diverse multitude of sports! 664 Words - Date Added: Jan 25, 2003
Mash Monster Number 44: Thomas Becker!
By: Cyberpump
Thomas is the newest Gripboard Mash Monster. See the pics and video of his incredible feats of grip strength. Learn more about him right here. 670 Words - Date Added: May 29, 2008
Mash Monsters!
By: Cyberpump
View the Monsters of Mash! Find out about the incredible feats of grip strength performed to achieve the ultimate certification, Mash Monster! 1280 Words - Date Added: Jan 22, 2004
Mental Tools for Athletic Success
By: Curtis Schultz
Maintaining your psyche is as much a mental game as it is a physical undertaking. So, what is the secret to building a mental edge? Mental tools. That's what you need. Let's probe into what are some of the ways that can help you build that sustained mental edge... 2224 Words - Date Added: Nov 14, 2002
Mental Toughness Training!
By: Mike Mahler
Often in training, athletes attempt to create an ideal environment for maximum strength. Many athletes make a point of incorporating training into their routines that focuses on mental toughness? Learn why! 991 Words - Date Added: Feb 07, 2003
Middleweight On A Mission. An Interview With Top Middleweight Boxer, Ishe, 'Sugar Shay', Smith.
By: David Robson
As a Contender Semi-finalist, Ishe, 'Sugar Shay', Smith, has shown us what he can do. Find out in this interview what Ishe is up to and what his future plans are. 3328 Words - Date Added: Jul 11, 2005
Natural Vs Trained: Who Wins?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
Natural Vs Trained: Who Wins? Our forum members share detailed information about the differences between naturally gifted and well-trained athletes. Learn what is better and what sport lends itself to one or the other. Read on... 4863 Words - Date Added: Sep 30, 2006
Neuromuscular Conditioning.
By: Softball Performance
After studying athletes for many years it really relates to life. In order to create ideas you must flood the brain with lots of relevant information about the sport or subject. The idea is to give the brain a lot of information relative to volleyball only, and to use as its needed during play. Learn why. 1404 Words - Date Added: May 28, 2003
No Weight Room? No Problem!
By: Jeff Turner
The reason I bring this up is the constant queries I receive for programs that don't
require a weight room and that can be monitored by the coach or done at home. With VIDEOS! 1063 Words - Date Added: Nov 01, 2002
Off-Season Sports Workouts And Cardio: A 12 Week Program!
By: Paul Bourque
This article will teach you how to get the most out of the off-season through workouts and cardio with a 12 week program. Be warned though, because these programs are anything but easy. Read on to find out more and possibly try them out. 5261 Words - Date Added: Apr 29, 2005
PerfNut Podcast: Karlis Ullis, Pete Bommarito & Staci Wilson Interview.
By: Performance Nutrition Show
Listen in as Dr. Antonio and IFBB Fitness Pro Carla Sanchez interview 3 guests this week: Karlis Ullis, Pete Bommarito & Staci Wilson. Karlis is an M.D. in Sports Medicine, Pete is a Coach, and Staci is a Soccer Star. Listen in to their advice on sports performance enhancement & conditioning! Got game? 418 Words - Date Added: Nov 08, 2006
Performance Improvement Strategies For Intermediate And Advanced Athletes.
By: Kelly Baggett
In the following article I will be presenting to you some strategies for keeping and improving your level of performance ability. Read on to learn more and see some sample training blocks. 1828 Words - Date Added: Jul 07, 2005
Performance Profiling: A Coaching Tool.
By: Peak Performance
Over the past few years, performance profiling has become a routine aspect of the improvement programs used by many psychologists and coaches. Learn what this is and get some useful tips on how to use it. Read on for more... 2267 Words - Date Added: Nov 17, 2005
Physical Conditioning For Golf.
By: Craig Ballantyne
You owe it to yourself to get the most out of your efforts and expensive equipment when playing golf. Get some tips and exercises here to help improve your game. Read on... 1518 Words - Date Added: Feb 02, 2006
Post-Workout Supplementation For The Athlete.
By: IDS Sports
In this age of complex nutrition supplementation, the basics of sport nutrition have been forgotten. The easiest way to ensure an anabolic response to resistance training is through a proper and consistent scheduling of nutritionally balanced meals. Learn why! 1106 Words - Date Added: Apr 30, 2003
Power Athlete - Does Your Training Program Make the Grade?
By: Curtis Schultz
As an ex-collegiate football player, competitive power lifter, and a strength coordinator, you can bet the farm that I have walked down some long roads and driven the superhighway of training. Become a power athlete by following these guidelines! 2398 Words - Date Added: Oct 09, 2001
Power Athlete - Football Strength Program
By: Curtis Schultz
Dear Football Player: The Power Football Program has established a new level of excellence. We are stepping into uncharted territory, and we, as a team must improve every aspect of the game in order to have success at this level and to become a dominant force in our style of play. 3292 Words - Date Added: Feb 06, 2002
Power Athletes: Discus And Shotput Champions!
By: Other Writer
Learn the secrets of world class strength athletes Date Added: Apr 08, 2002
Power: What It Is And How To Get It!
By: Kelly Baggett
Power is not simply about having the strength to pick up a car and carrying it across a driveway. Power is a combination of two very important aspects of any kind of training. Continue reading to find out more. 1202 Words - Date Added: Jul 07, 2005
Pro Beach Volleyball Player Angie Akers Satisfies Competitive Nature!
By: Jaime Filer
With full scholarship offers to play both volleyball and basketball at various schools across the country, she decided to pursue volleyball. Here's a look into the training and lifestyle of pro beach volleyball player Angie Akers! 2053 Words - Date Added: Aug 20, 2008
Putting The Forty-Yard Dash To The Test!
By: Intensity Magazine
When practices start, literally thousands of coaches will employ their system of talent evaluation. In 99% of the camps around the country, the forty-yard dash will be one of the most widely used tests. 746 Words - Date Added: Apr 15, 2003
Quickness Training.
By: Jamie Hale
Training for quickness is not the same as training for absolute speed. Quickness relies heavily on immediate movement reactions. Think of quickness as the first phase of speed. Learn how to get quicker! 619 Words - Date Added: May 19, 2003
Real Strength Training For Boxers!
By: Jamie Hale
Recently athletes from all sports have begun to realize the importance of weight training. So, why have boxers been reluctant to realize the importance of resistance training? 1135 Words - Date Added: Apr 14, 2003
Recovery Times For Anaerobic Running!
By: Mauro Di Pasquale
Coach Tuten explains how and why you should monitor your recovery time between sprints during anaerobic conditioning. 780 Words - Date Added: Jul 29, 2004
Rehydration And 'Sport Drink' Ingredients!
By: Lisa Marie
Not all sports drinks are created equal. Make sure you do your research when picking out these drinks. Below I have broken out what some major sports drinks contain. 1323 Words - Date Added: Aug 24, 2005
Renegade Basketball: The New Style Of Training!
By: Intensity Magazine
One of the many great benefits to a Renegade-style of training is that it can be very flexible and adapted to fit a coach's needs. Learn how it will help YOU! 1099 Words - Date Added: Apr 11, 2003
Roadwork: The Kettlebell Way!
By: Mike Mahler
Roadwork is a brutal form of training that separates the real men from the girly men. Learn what it is and how to use this as your cardio! 589 Words - Date Added: Feb 28, 2003
Sand Training 101.
By: Intensity Magazine
After training in the sand, with the right program design, regular, one surface, level ground will make you feel like you're accelerating down stream. Learn how sand training will boost your strength and agility! 844 Words - Date Added: Feb 06, 2003
Shin Splints: Learn To Run Pain Free!
By: Dr. David Ryan
A common injury associated with figure or endurance training is a shin splint. To help improve this sometimes debilitating injury I have put together a list of suggestions and shoe types to ease your pain. 1798 Words - Date Added: Aug 03, 2005
Should You Sign? The Pro's & Con's Of Signing A Pro Sports Contract.
By: Brad Revare
You have had a successful career with baseball in high school and now have an opportunity to go to college or play pro ball. Here are some scenarios that might help you decide. 1345 Words - Date Added: Aug 29, 2005
Six Sports Injury Warning Signs!
By: Softball Performance
While some sports injuries are immediately evident, others can creep up slowly and progressively get worse. If you don't pay attention to both types of injuries, chronic problems can develop. Learn how to treat and prevent your injuries! 707 Words - Date Added: Apr 28, 2003
Sledgehammer GPP!
By: Intensity Magazine
What I am really going to talk about is a different type of General Physical Preparedness (GPP) exercise-Sledge hammering! 847 Words - Date Added: Oct 08, 2002
Sleep Deprivation And Performance
By: Softball Performance
Sleep deprivation was recently found to interfere with glucose metabolism, which could impair endurance performance and recovery. Coaches have long believed and advocated getting adequate sleep for optimal athletic performance. Learn why! 752 Words - Date Added: Jun 05, 2003
Snowboarders Get Ready - Exercises To Prepare For The Slopes!
By: Lauren Brooks
So it's your first day out, and you have all your cool new gear and look like a pro. But if you haven't been working out, boy are you going to be in for a surprise. Well don't be... Use some simple exercises right here! 1066 Words - Date Added: Dec 20, 2005
So You Wanna Be an Athlete?
By: Josh Henkin
You want to make the varsity football team, be able to dunk, be faster on the soccer field, or throw faster in softball. In any of these circumstances you desire to become a better athlete.
1237 Words - Date Added: Apr 10, 2002
Soccer Exercise And Energy Demands.
By: Peak Performance
There are three major systems available for the production of energy in the muscles: the ATP-PC system, the anaerobic glycolysis system, and the aerobic system. This review of studies will give a very good indication of what systems are used the most. 1918 Words - Date Added: Jul 09, 2005
Specific Training For Aggressive In-Line Skating
By: Intensity Magazine
Learn what you need to know to your skating ability and how to improve your
style. Find out what you need to know to
become the best in-line skater around! 885 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
Split Second Action: The Importance Of Game Speed
By: Intensity Magazine
The fact is that this increased emphasis on dropping your "forty time" has affected athletes and coaches so much that they forget to train for the speed which is the most important, GAME SPEED. 1029 Words - Date Added: Feb 15, 2003
Sport-Specific Fitness.
By: Peak Performance
What you can learn from athletes at the very top of their game. Over the years I have had the privilege of talking fitness with many Olympic champions and I have found that each is able to offer a unique insight into what it takes to be the best. 1670 Words - Date Added: Aug 19, 2004
Sports Medicine: For Concussions, Bench Remedy!
By: Mauro Di Pasquale
Approximately ten percent of all athletes involved in contact sports, such as football, hockey, and soccer suffer a concussion each season. Find out what is best when it comes to concussions... 578 Words - Date Added: Apr 06, 2004
Sports Performance Enhancement: Q & A
By: Kelly Baggett
Check out the latest in sports performance enhancement from Kelly Baggett. All the up to date info in one place... 45 Words - Date Added: Oct 07, 2004
Sports Performance Enhancement: Q & A - 10/07/04.
By: Kelly Baggett
Find out how low you should go on squats, the right type of training for a female basketball player, how should a veteran vollyball player increase his vertical jump and more... 2224 Words - Date Added: Oct 07, 2004
Sports Training 101: Mountain Biking!
By: ISSA
In this article, I am going to disginguish the different types of mountain bikers. Once we have that cleared up, we will take a look at some training suggestions for mountain bikers of all levels. 2753 Words - Date Added: Apr 25, 2003
Sports Training: The Mental Preparation!
By: Other Writer
Millions of athletes spend countless hours training for their individual sports. Having said this, it takes me all of five minutes to discover where these individuals are hindering their progress the most - lack of mental preparation! Learn why and how to improve your mental prep! 2059 Words - Date Added: Jan 29, 2004
Sprinting: An Examination Part 2.
By: Par Deus
What I'm looking to do with this sequel is incorporate several proximate bodies of theory involving sprinting and sprint-training into a single 'Sprinting how-to' for the bodybuilder and/or fitness-minded reader. Well then, let's get started. 3041 Words - Date Added: Jul 12, 2005
Stable Vs. Unstable Training; A Balanced View!
By: Glen Danbury
There are benefits and drawbacks of using both stable and unstable training protocols. Choosing the most appropriate activity for your goals is paramount. Get the pros and cons of these methods right here. 2832 Words - Date Added: Dec 19, 2005
Strength & Conditioning Tips & Drills For Volleyball.
By: eteamz
Check out these awesome strength and conditioning tips and drills for volleyball players. Practice drills included! 900 Words - Date Added: Apr 13, 2004
Strength Training For Baseball
By: Justin Palermo
The off-season is the time where a season is won or lost. You need to get in shape NOW!!! In this article I will help you to enter the upcoming season with more strength and power. 1005 Words - Date Added: Jan 24, 2003
Strength Training For The Busy MMA Fighter!
By: Mike Mahler
Training to excel at mixed martial arts can be a grueling endeavor that takes a great deal of time. Learn the best exercises for MMA athletes and which ones are wrong to do! 995 Words - Date Added: Mar 11, 2003
Strengthening For Sports!
By: Intensity Magazine
So, for the rest of us, we have to wait for other sports to get underway while some others catch up on rest, gain some of their weight back, and let injuries heal.
782 Words - Date Added: Aug 16, 2002
Supplemental Training: Track Running
By: Mitch Hodge
Mr. USA and Mr. America competitor! Current Power Team member. Learn from the best!
682 Words - Date Added: Dec 21, 2001
Take The Sig Klein Clean And Press Challenge - Effective Workouts Incuded!
By: Mike Mahler
What makes the Clean and Press so great? Execute heavy weights & low reps and the entire body will experience strength/endurance gains. Two proven clean & press plans (GTG & Density Training) are included! 3552 Words - Date Added: Apr 24, 2007
Team Building 101: With 3 Helpful Ice-Breakers Included!
By: eteamz
In this article, I'll focus on describing what team building is and what factors you should consider before embarking on a team building session. 2457 Words - Date Added: Aug 19, 2003
The Beginner's Guide To Marathon & Triathlon Training!
By: Craig Ballantyne
This is a safe and effective introduction to running and endurance sports. The article will give general guidelines and also touch on injury prevention. Read on... 2284 Words - Date Added: Feb 06, 2006
The Best Exercises You Aren't Doing #1
By: Josh Henkin
It is not uncommon to see most people in the gym performing the same exercises
day after day, week after week, year after year. This is one of the most common
reasons people never see results and quit. Here are pictures and descriptions of the
best exercises that you should be doing! 769 Words - Date Added: May 29, 2002
The Importance Of Motor Skill Development.
By: Intensity Magazine
One benefit that we tend to over look with GPP is motor skill development. In a recent training session with a high-level hockey player, I noticed something that Coach Davies has been stressing since day one: GPP is great for developing motor skills. 693 Words - Date Added: Jul 29, 2003
The Inner Unit Of Core Activation!
By: Coach Sonnon
Some people have expressed that they would like to know more of the science underpinning Body-Flow. Therefore, I thought I'd share one of the recent insights brought to light through a Q&A with a client. 1872 Words - Date Added: Feb 26, 2004
The Race To Swift: Do You Have The Right Ancestry.
By: Peak Performance
How much do genes effect your sporting ability? Studies presented here will give a glimpse of why some groups may perform better at a specific sport than others. Read on... 4102 Words - Date Added: Dec 29, 2005
Top 3 Reasons Why You Suffer From Pain In The Back Of The Knee!
By: Critical Bench
Possible arthritis is one of the most common causes of pain in the knee especially if you are over the age of 65. Find out right here what causes pain behind the knee. 895 Words - Date Added: Nov 03, 2005
Total Shoulder Workout!
By: Joe Franco
The shoulders are one of the most noticed body parts. When fully clothed or not, it can make ones appearance much broader. 691 Words - Date Added: Jul 03, 2002
Training Youths For a Sound Future In Athletics!
By: Intensity Magazine
The trend today in youth sports is an intense specialization in a single sport. Parents increasingly are looking at their young children trying to identify what the best sport is for their young athlete. 742 Words - Date Added: May 19, 2003
Uber Strength: Strongman TV With Corey St. Clair, Episode #3: Atlas Stones
By: Corey St. Clair
Watch and learn from Idaho's strongman man, ASC Pro Strongman Corey St. Clair! Join Corey back in his garage as he goes over tips for warming up and lifting the strongman staple atlas stones plus competition tips for grip strength. Date Added: Jul 14, 2009
Understanding The Strength Deficit!
By: Intensity Magazine
In this article, I'll illustrate exactly what the strength deficit is, an easy way to assess the athlete, how to interpret the results, and point you in the right direction as to the proper way to maximize each athlete's potential to express power on the playing field. 842 Words - Date Added: Feb 13, 2003
Using Large Tires To Improve Strength!
By: MD Labs
Tire training can add a new dimension to your strength and conditioning program regardless of what sports you play or your level of athletic ability. Learn why it isn't just for strongman competitors! 893 Words - Date Added: May 31, 2003
Using Visualization To Enhance Your Sporting Prowess!
By: Kelly Baggett
Learn about visualization and how it can improve your performance in any sport that you participate in. Some examples given here are in basketball. Learn more... 2046 Words - Date Added: Nov 11, 2005
Vision In Sport: Improving Performance By Training The Eyes.
By: Peak Performance
Often you read about a player's wonderful 'vision' or having a marvellous 'eye'. These are players who have a highly tuned visual system. Learn how you can develop your sports vision! 2805 Words - Date Added: Sep 13, 2004
Weak Links!
By: Josh Henkin
It seems that most articles written today are trying to improve your bench press. However, if you want real success in the gym,
whether it be increasing strength, losing bodyfat, or gaining muscle, you will also
have to be proficient in other exercises like pull-ups, squats, deadlifts, and other
complex movements. Here are some common weak points that people have and how to get them up to par. 1716 Words - Date Added: Dec 31, 2001
Weightlifting 101
By: Josh Henkin
bet most of you have started reading this article expecting to learn about weight
training. Nope, I am not going to go there. While many people have probably no
interest in ever competing in Olympic weightlifting, it has a lot to offer for those
interested in high levels of strength and sports performance. 1147 Words - Date Added: Aug 07, 2002
What Are The Best Techniques To Improve Your Skills For Your Sport?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
What are the best techniques to improve your skills for your sport? Find out what other people from the message boards think... 4007 Words - Date Added: Nov 16, 2005
What Are The Most Common Training/Nutrition Mistakes Athletes Make?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
What are the most common training and nutrition mistakes athletes make? Find out what other people from the message boards think... 9480 Words - Date Added: Sep 08, 2005
What Is A Good Way To Introduce A New Sport To A Beginner?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
What is a good way to introduce a new sport to a beginner? This week we have some outstanding information for those who may be thinking about this very topic – Whether for you or your kids; learn about cost, ease of transition and more. 2778 Words - Date Added: Jan 31, 2007
What Is Specific To Softball?
By: Softball Performance
To really improve their game, athletes must train with a specific plan. The training programs that bodybuilders follow will provide very little results. Once again, the principle of specificity is the golden rule. 2073 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
What Is The All-American Sport?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
What is the All-American sport? Our forum members come together to share their opinion about how they believe football is now the All American Sport. Read on for more... 1302 Words - Date Added: Mar 26, 2007
What Is The Best Way To Improve Your Balance?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
What is the best way to improve your balance? Find out what other people from the message boards think... 2526 Words - Date Added: Nov 03, 2005
What Is The Best Workout To Improve Your Throws?
By: Workout Of The Week
What is the best workout to improve your throws? Our forum members have put together this detailed plan which includes the best throwing workouts, advantages, disadvantages, and more! 5184 Words - Date Added: Dec 11, 2007
What Is The United States' Most Popular Sport?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
This week we get a forum member's opinion on what the most popular sport in America is. Read on and respond to share your view. 3145 Words - Date Added: Mar 10, 2006
What Should I Do To Swing Harder For Baseball?
By: Josh Henkin
Hitting for more power is often misunderstood. The muscles that cause the mammoth homeruns you see are not the arms. Learn what to do! 754 Words - Date Added: May 30, 2003
What's The Best Training Program?
By: Intensity Magazine
Too many times I get asked about what is the best training program. I get asked this so much, I should have one of those nifty micro recorders in my pocket so when that question comes up, I can just hit play. 585 Words - Date Added: May 20, 2003
Which Is The Most Overall Challenging Sport?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
Which is the most overall challenging sport? One sport comes to mind - and our forum members have their pick - MMA Fighting. Learn more about why they chose this and also about what they thought was the least challenging. 2121 Words - Date Added: Jan 15, 2007
Which Sport Requires The Most Rigorous Training?
By: Athletes Topic Of The Week
Which sport requires the most rigorous training? Live4this13 and Tarkana both agree: Wrestlers need the most dedication and hard work. But what about the rest? Basketball? Track? Bunch of lazy loafs it turns out. 4251 Words - Date Added: Feb 09, 2006
Why Weight Train: 4 Reasons From An NFL Coach!
By: Mauro Di Pasquale
Chet Fuhrman of the Pittsburgh Steelers outlines four weight training basics and how they can benefit you! 399 Words - Date Added: Oct 30, 2003
Workout Pain-Free With Aquatic Training!
By: Evan Waters
Do you suffer from sore joints and muscles after cardiovascular training? In recent years, Aquatic Training has provided a pain-free and fun workout for people of all types. 926 Words - Date Added: May 04, 2004
Wrestling Workout
By: Michael Pope
I have been known to wrestle on occasion. I am not talking WWF wrestling like Hulk Hogan, but rather Greco Roman and Freestyle. So I have been researching a typical wrestling workout for you to use and adapt.
690 Words - Date Added: Mar 07, 2002
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