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To The Extreme: 3 Workouts For Extreme Athleticism
People play on the brink of insanity. To survive, they train. Even if you're not in the habit of base-jumping, improve your athletic ability with these three workouts!
Date Added: Nov 6, 2012 -
To The Extreme: The 9 Most Extreme Sports On (Or Above!) Planet Earth
When the extreme need to feed their fix, they will get it, even at the cost of their bodies, their lives. Check out our list. Can you handle these sports? Would you even want to?
Date Added: Nov 1, 2012 -
Hit Your Peak: 10 Tips For Maximum Athletic Performance
Hit your peak and boost your game with these 10 pro tips designed to help you maximize your athletic performance!
Date Added: Oct 31, 2012 -
NFL Game Day 2012: High-Tech Training Recovery
From hyperbaric chambers, to infrared saunas, to vibrating foam rollers, meet the latest and greatest recovery tools in NFL players’ arsenals.
Date Added: Oct 4, 2012 -
Train Like Trout: How To Work Out Like Baseball's Bright Young Slugger, Mike Trout
Coaches and scouts say Mike Trout just might be the perfect baseball player. To leap, run, and swing like him, work from the ground up.
Date Added: Sep 10, 2012 -
Marathon Weight Training: Stay Strong During Marathon Training
Don’t run away from the weight room while preparing for the big race. Instead, lift weights to maintain muscular strength and conditioning. Hit the gym and the road!
Date Added: Aug 20, 2012 -
2012 London Olympics: Go For The Gold
Take a short break from training with heavy iron. Go for the gold with our collection of 2012 London Olympics content!
Date Added: Jul 30, 2012 -
Let The Games Begin
The 2012 Olympic Games will supply the majesty of London, the Olympic aura, and of course, the strongest, fastest and most-skilled athletes on Earth!
Date Added: Jul 2, 2012 -
Train Like Ronaldo: Build A Body For A Better Game
The Sultan of the Step-over's skill is highlighted by his athletic build. Elevate your game and upgrade your physique with this Ronaldo-inspired training regimen!
Date Added: Jun 20, 2012 -
The Rise, Fall And Rebirth Of MMA Submission Specialist Bobby Lashley
Bobby Lashley ruled the WWE, but wanted more. The ground-and-pounder earned a place in the octagon. Now we will see if he can fight for real.
Date Added: Apr 19, 2012 -
Fit For Court Domination: Your Ultimate Basketball Trainer
Training for hoops involves more than developing a 40-inch vert. Unless you want the next guy dunking in your grill, you also need to build strength, stamina, agility, and explosiveness. Here's how.
Date Added: Apr 1, 2011 -
Strength Training For Cricket!
Till about 3 decades ago Cricketers were certainly not the fittest athletes on the planet. The physical demands made on a modern cricketer's body has increased dramatically. Find out how to build strength for Cricket.
Date Added: Nov 18, 2010 -
3 Basic Energy Systems Provide Secrets; Allow Trainers' To Perfect Goal-Oriented Exercise!
Depending on the sports played, athletes rely on one system more than the others. This information gives the personal trainer or strength coach clues on how to conduct the strength training. Learn more.
Date Added: Aug 11, 2010 -
Uber Strength: Strongman TV With Corey St. Clair, Episode #3: Atlas Stones
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 -
How Do Gymnasts Train For Success? US Gymnast & Trainer Gina Paulhus Explains!
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!
Date Added: Aug 25, 2008 -
Pro Beach Volleyball Player Angie Akers Satisfies Competitive Nature!
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!
Date Added: Aug 20, 2008 -
How To Get A Body Like A Male Gymnast - Floor Training & Development!
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!
Date Added: Aug 8, 2008 -
Mash Monster Number 44: Thomas Becker!
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.
Date Added: May 29, 2008 -
Gymnastics & Skills Part 1-2: Aerial Tricks, Leaps, Holds & Push Ups.
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.
Date Added: Jan 25, 2008 -
What Is The Best Workout To Improve Your Throws?
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!
Date Added: Dec 11, 2007 -
Cornerback Attack - Improve Your Quickness!
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.
Date Added: Jul 18, 2007 -
Learn About Interval Training & What Makes A Serious Athlete.
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.
Date Added: May 25, 2007 -
Take The Sig Klein Clean And Press Challenge - Effective Workouts Incuded!
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!
Date Added: Apr 24, 2007 -
How Can We Increase The Safety Of Sports?
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...
Date Added: Apr 17, 2007 -
What Is The All-American Sport?
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...
Date Added: Mar 26, 2007 -
What Is A Good Way To Introduce A New Sport To A Beginner?
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.
Date Added: Jan 31, 2007 -
Which Is The Most Overall Challenging Sport?
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.
Date Added: Jan 15, 2007 -
PerfNut Podcast: Karlis Ullis, Pete Bommarito & Staci Wilson Interview.
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?
Date Added: Nov 8, 2006 -
Natural Vs Trained: Who Wins?
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...
Date Added: Sep 30, 2006 -
How Can You Develop Your Arms Accordingly To Your Sport?
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!
Date Added: Jul 3, 2006 -
How Can You Improve Your Skill At Racquet Sports?
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...
Date Added: May 10, 2006 -
How Should An Athlete Set Goals For Their Sport?
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.
Date Added: Mar 24, 2006 -
Interval Training: Sport-Specific Conditioning.
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?
Date Added: Mar 14, 2006 -
What Is The United States' Most Popular Sport?
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.
Date Added: Mar 10, 2006 -
How Do Competitive Athletes Stay Motivated?
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?
Date Added: Feb 24, 2006 -
Jose Canseco Visits The 2006 Iron Man Expo Booth!
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!
Date Added: Feb 22, 2006 -
Which Sport Requires The Most Rigorous Training?
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.
Date Added: Feb 9, 2006 -
The Beginner's Guide To Marathon & Triathlon Training!
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...
Date Added: Feb 6, 2006 -
Physical Conditioning For Golf.
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...
Date Added: Feb 2, 2006 -
Are You Excited About The Winter Olympics?
Are you excited about the Winter Olympics? Find out what other people from the message boards think...
Date Added: Jan 26, 2006 -
The Race To Swift: Do You Have The Right Ancestry.
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...
Date Added: Dec 29, 2005 -
Snowboarders Get Ready - Exercises To Prepare For The Slopes!
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!
Date Added: Dec 20, 2005 -
Stable Vs. Unstable Training; A Balanced View!
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.
Date Added: Dec 19, 2005 -
Cross-country Skiers Who Crank Up Intensity, Achieve Higher VO2max!
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!
Date Added: Dec 16, 2005 -
Performance Profiling: A Coaching Tool.
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...
Date Added: Nov 17, 2005 -
What Are The Best Techniques To Improve Your Skills For Your Sport?
What are the best techniques to improve your skills for your sport? Find out what other people from the message boards think...
Date Added: Nov 16, 2005 -
How To Keep Your Head In The Game For Playoff Season!
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...
Date Added: Nov 15, 2005 -
Using Visualization To Enhance Your Sporting Prowess!
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...
Date Added: Nov 11, 2005 -
Top 3 Reasons Why You Suffer From Pain In The Back Of The Knee!
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.
Date Added: Nov 3, 2005 -
What Is The Best Way To Improve Your Balance?
What is the best way to improve your balance? Find out what other people from the message boards think...
Date Added: Nov 3, 2005 -
What Are The Most Common Training/Nutrition Mistakes Athletes Make?
What are the most common training and nutrition mistakes athletes make? Find out what other people from the message boards think...
Date Added: Sep 8, 2005 -
Should You Sign? The Pro's & Con's Of Signing A Pro Sports Contract.
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.
Date Added: Aug 29, 2005 -
Rehydration And 'Sport Drink' Ingredients!
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.
Date Added: Aug 24, 2005 -
Shin Splints: Learn To Run Pain Free!
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.
Date Added: Aug 3, 2005 -
Attaining Academic Excellence!
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...
Date Added: Jul 28, 2005 -
An Interview With Arena Football Player Saul Patu!
Saul Patu who is a leading QB Sack leader tells us his story. Continue here to learn a little more about him.
Date Added: Jul 14, 2005 -
Sprinting: An Examination Part 2.
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.
Date Added: Jul 12, 2005 -
Choline: Supplements Of This Essential Compound Help Many Types Of Athletes!
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.
Date Added: Jul 12, 2005 -
4 Easy Steps To Improve Your 10-yard Dash And 40-yard Dash.
Improving the athlete's 40-yard dash time in a matter of minutes is possible. Here are some steps to improve your sprint time.
Date Added: Jul 11, 2005 -
Middleweight On A Mission. An Interview With Top Middleweight Boxer, Ishe, 'Sugar Shay', Smith.
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.
Date Added: Jul 11, 2005 -
Soccer Exercise And Energy Demands.
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.
Date Added: Jul 9, 2005 -
Performance Improvement Strategies For Intermediate And Advanced Athletes.
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.
Date Added: Jul 7, 2005 -
Power: What It Is And How To Get It!
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.
Date Added: Jul 7, 2005 -
Get To Grips With Hand Strength: Develop Your Grip.
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.
Date Added: Jun 3, 2005 -
Off-Season Sports Workouts And Cardio: A 12 Week Program!
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.
Date Added: Apr 29, 2005 -
Cat Like Reflex Training Methods!
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...
Date Added: Jan 21, 2005 -
Alpine Skiing Training!
Whatever sport you take part in, it's wise to remember certain basic principles when devising a training program...
Date Added: Dec 20, 2004 -
10 Tips To Prepare For An Ironman.
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.
Date Added: Nov 9, 2004 -
Sports Performance Enhancement: Q & A
Check out the latest in sports performance enhancement from Kelly Baggett. All the up to date info in one place...
Date Added: Oct 7, 2004 -
Sports Performance Enhancement: Q & A - 10/07/04.
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...
Date Added: Oct 7, 2004 -
Vision In Sport: Improving Performance By Training The Eyes.
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!
Date Added: Sep 13, 2004 -
Developing The Multidimensional Athlete.
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.
Date Added: Sep 4, 2004 -
A Guide To Sport Training For All Beginning Athletes.
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...
Date Added: Aug 28, 2004 -
Different Strokes For Different Folks.
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.
Date Added: Aug 25, 2004 -
Sport-Specific Fitness.
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.
Date Added: Aug 19, 2004 -
Interval Training 101 - For Cyclists, Swimmers, Skiers & More!
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?
Date Added: Aug 15, 2004 -
High Intensity Conditioning!
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.
Date Added: Aug 12, 2004 -
Improving Athletic Power!
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...
Date Added: Aug 11, 2004 -
6 Keys To Getting Maximum Results In Minimum Time At Home!
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...
Date Added: Aug 6, 2004 -
Recovery Times For Anaerobic Running!
Coach Tuten explains how and why you should monitor your recovery time between sprints during anaerobic conditioning.
Date Added: Jul 29, 2004 -
Discus & Shot Put Tips & Drills!
Check out these awesome discus & shot put tips and drills for track and field athletes!
Date Added: Jul 28, 2004 -
How To Build The Perfect Athlete For Any Sport!
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...
Date Added: Jul 27, 2004 -
Debate: The Best Exercises For Athletes.
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.
Date Added: Jul 19, 2004 -
Workout Pain-Free With Aquatic Training!
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.
Date Added: May 4, 2004 -
10 Keys To Athletic Success!
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.
Date Added: Apr 13, 2004 -
Strength & Conditioning Tips & Drills For Volleyball.
Check out these awesome strength and conditioning tips and drills for volleyball players. Practice drills included!
Date Added: Apr 13, 2004 -
Get Hard As A Rock For Rock Climbing!
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...
Date Added: Apr 8, 2004 -
Flexibility For Swimming!
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.
Date Added: Apr 6, 2004 -
Sports Medicine: For Concussions, Bench Remedy!
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...
Date Added: Apr 6, 2004 -
Four-Week Program For Change Of Direction In Sports!
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.
Date Added: Mar 23, 2004 -
The Inner Unit Of Core Activation!
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.
Date Added: Feb 26, 2004 -
Sports Training: The Mental Preparation!
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!
Date Added: Jan 29, 2004 -
Mash Monsters!
View the Monsters of Mash! Find out about the incredible feats of grip strength performed to achieve the ultimate certification, Mash Monster!
Date Added: Jan 22, 2004 -
For Concussions, Rest Is Best!
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.
Date Added: Jan 15, 2004 -
Current Trends In Athletic Conditioning: Balance Training.
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.
Date Added: Dec 11, 2003 -
Why Weight Train: 4 Reasons From An NFL Coach!
Chet Fuhrman of the Pittsburgh Steelers outlines four weight training basics and how they can benefit you!
Date Added: Oct 30, 2003 -
Team Building 101: With 3 Helpful Ice-Breakers Included!
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.
Date Added: Aug 19, 2003 -
Imagery In Sports Training.
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!
Date Added: Aug 1, 2003 -
The Importance Of Motor Skill Development.
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.
Date Added: Jul 29, 2003 -
6 Deadly Excuses Why Sports Organizations Don't Buy Insurance!
Find out why sports organnizations are tempted to say no buy insurance and the TRUTH behind it!
Date Added: Jul 2, 2003 -
Burn Fat Like A Blow Torch With High Octane Cardio (HOC)!
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.
Date Added: Jun 27, 2003 -
Basketball Agility Training: Part Two!
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.
Date Added: Jun 26, 2003 -
Conditioning Myths & Half-Truths.
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.
Date Added: Jun 12, 2003 -
Sleep Deprivation And 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!
Date Added: Jun 5, 2003 -
Does Jet Lag Affect 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!
Date Added: May 31, 2003 -
Using Large Tires To Improve Strength!
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!
Date Added: May 31, 2003 -
Football Training
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.
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
What Is Specific To Softball?
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.
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
Basketball Agility Training: More Important Than Your Vertical Jump!
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.
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
What Should I Do To Swing Harder For Baseball?
Hitting for more power is often misunderstood. The muscles that cause the mammoth homeruns you see are not the arms. Learn what to do!
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
How Can I Better Prepare For Football?
Find out what the best way to get ready for your coming football season is.
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
How Can I Improve For Basketball?
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?
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
Specific Training For Aggressive In-Line Skating
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!
Date Added: May 30, 2003 -
Neuromuscular Conditioning.
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.
Date Added: May 28, 2003 -
What's The Best Training Program?
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.
Date Added: May 20, 2003 -
Training Youths For a Sound Future In Athletics!
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.
Date Added: May 19, 2003 -
Quickness Training.
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!
Date Added: May 19, 2003 -
An Introduction To Plyometrics.
For many years coaches and athletes have sought to improve power in order to enhance performance. Learn why and how it can help YOU!
Date Added: May 8, 2003 -
Advanced Athletic Leg Training: Complete Neuromuscular Overload.
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!
Date Added: May 1, 2003 -
Post-Workout Supplementation For The Athlete.
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!
Date Added: Apr 30, 2003 -
Six Sports Injury Warning Signs!
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!
Date Added: Apr 28, 2003 -
Sports Training 101: Mountain Biking!
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.
Date Added: Apr 25, 2003 -
Core Conditioning: Scientific Abdominal Training For Softball!
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.
Date Added: Apr 23, 2003 -
Putting The Forty-Yard Dash To The Test!
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.
Date Added: Apr 15, 2003 -
Real Strength Training For Boxers!
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?
Date Added: Apr 14, 2003 -
Renegade Basketball: The New Style Of Training!
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!
Date Added: Apr 11, 2003 -
Counter-Conditioning Arm-Pump.
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.
Date Added: Mar 19, 2003 -
Defensive Back Training.
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.
Date Added: Mar 17, 2003 -
Comparing Different Methods Of Working Out.
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.
Date Added: Mar 15, 2003 -
All Speed And Agility Articles
Check out our section on Speed and Agility!
Date Added: Mar 14, 2003 -
Strength Training For The Busy MMA Fighter!
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!
Date Added: Mar 11, 2003 -
Roadwork: The Kettlebell Way!
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!
Date Added: Feb 28, 2003 -
Developing Hip Power.
Your mid back to the back of your knee are responsible for the most important and explosive power on the field, your hips.
Date Added: Feb 27, 2003 -
Split Second Action: The Importance Of Game Speed
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.
Date Added: Feb 15, 2003 -
Understanding The Strength Deficit!
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.
Date Added: Feb 13, 2003 -
Mental Toughness Training!
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!
Date Added: Feb 7, 2003 -
Sand Training 101.
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!
Date Added: Feb 6, 2003 -
High Repetition Snatches: Intense Cardio For Serious Athletes!
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.
Date Added: Jan 29, 2003 -
High Repetition Clean And Jerks: Intense Cardio for Serious Athletes!
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...
Date Added: Jan 27, 2003 -
Living The Code!
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!
Date Added: Jan 25, 2003 -
Strength Training For Baseball
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.
Date Added: Jan 24, 2003 -
Kettlebells: Should You Use Them?
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!
Date Added: Jan 1, 2003 -
Mental Tools for Athletic Success
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...
Date Added: Nov 14, 2002 -
No Weight Room? No Problem!
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!
Date Added: Nov 1, 2002 -
Getting To Know The Renegade!
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.
Date Added: Oct 17, 2002 -
10 Mistakes Athletes Make
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!
Date Added: Oct 14, 2002 -
Athletic Performance & Bodybuilding!
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.
Date Added: Oct 8, 2002 -
Sledgehammer GPP!
What I am really going to talk about is a different type of General Physical Preparedness (GPP) exercise-Sledge hammering!
Date Added: Oct 8, 2002 -
Strengthening For Sports!
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.
Date Added: Aug 16, 2002 -
Weightlifting 101
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.
Date Added: Aug 7, 2002 -
Dark Side Sports Training
As I have noted previously, planning and focus is imperative for the long-term success of an athlete's development.
Date Added: Aug 6, 2002 -
Balancing Weight Training And Sports
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.
Date Added: Jul 25, 2002 -
Interview With Josh Henkin, Famous Sports Coach
He tells us his ideas on sports training, his personal history and his advice for youg athletes.
Date Added: Jul 23, 2002 -
Total Shoulder Workout!
The shoulders are one of the most noticed body parts. When fully clothed or not, it can make ones appearance much broader.
Date Added: Jul 3, 2002 -
Getting In Shape (GPP and SPP) - With Exercise Guides!
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?
Date Added: Jun 17, 2002 -
A New Method To Build Muscle Fast... And Avoid Injuries!
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.
Date Added: Jun 3, 2002 -
Josh Henkin Q & A - Sports Training and Supplements
Tons of questions and answers about training and supplements for sports. You will be shocked at how much you can learn here!
Date Added: Jun 1, 2002 -
The Best Exercises You Aren't Doing #1
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!
Date Added: May 29, 2002 -
Are You Ready For Game Day? Pre-Obstacle-Course Prep
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!
Date Added: May 17, 2002 -
Increasing Your Vertical Jump
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.
Date Added: Apr 22, 2002 -
So You Wanna Be an Athlete?
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.
Date Added: Apr 10, 2002 -
Power Athletes: Discus And Shotput Champions!
Learn the secrets of world class strength athletes
Date Added: Apr 8, 2002 -
Bodybuilding for Tennis
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.
Date Added: Mar 7, 2002 -
Wrestling Workout
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.
Date Added: Mar 7, 2002 -
Become The Strongest Pound-For-Pound Person Around
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!
Date Added: Feb 10, 2002 -
Killer Strength Program
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!
Date Added: Feb 10, 2002 -
Power Athlete - Football Strength Program
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.
Date Added: Feb 6, 2002 -
Weak Links!
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.
Date Added: Dec 31, 2001 -
Supplemental Training: Track Running
Mr. USA and Mr. America competitor! Current Power Team member. Learn from the best!
Date Added: Dec 21, 2001 -
Power Athlete - Does Your Training Program Make the Grade?
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!
Date Added: Oct 9, 2001 -
A New Look at Specificity
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!
Date Added: Feb 13, 2001 -
Gaining Size Quickly for Sports
Lately, I've been receiving numerous e-mails on how to quickly gain size for specific sports such as football. Here are my thoughts.
Date Added: Mar 20, 2000