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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!
Section: Sports :: Feb 13, 2001
Work Ethic Versus Performance Ethic!
The paradigm in question is so widely accepted that for most it is considered a simple fact of life. You might not even realize that you're a believer, but it's highly likely that you are.
Section: Training :: May 14, 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!
Section: Training :: Oct 14, 2002
How Much Ya Bench? Increase It NOW!
As the title of this week's column indicates, the bench press has achieved almost cult status, reaching even into popular culture. Don't you want to have the biggest bench out of all your friends? Full guide with pics!
Section: Training :: Nov 11, 2002
The Hidden Power Of Behavior-Based Training
Before a new building can be erected on a site where an older building exists, the older building must be demolished first. Learn how your behaviour will be base your training!
Section: Training :: Dec 12, 2002
Having It All!
In almost any case people who experience astounding success are not utilizing common herd methods, and neither should you. Learn the secrets on how to get ripped!
Section: Training :: Jan 12, 2003
10 Things You Must Do To Have A Great Workout!
The basic idea of a good warm-up is to walk that fine line between preparing yourself adequately for the intense work to come, without fatiguing yourself in the process. Learn the secrets on how to warm-up properly!
Section: Training :: Feb 15, 2003
Succeeding Despite Injuries!
Over the years I've learned how to get the job done despite lingering injuries. Usually, it's simply a matter of swallowing your pride and doing what your inner voice is telling you to do. Learn the secrets I use to deal with them!
Section: Training :: Feb 26, 2003
Liberate Yourself From Classical Weight Training!
In the field of resistance training, EDT dynamically conforms to the end-users needs from workout to workout while at the same time ensuring the stringent application of the established principles of athletic training.
Section: Training :: Jul 17, 2003
Station Versus Circuit Training.
Find out the difference between station training and circuit training. How one can benefit you more than the other. What works best?
Section: Training :: Nov 13, 2003
Smart Cardio For Strength, Mass & Fat Loss!
If you're a typical guy who loves to lift big weights, but considers anything over 3 reps to be endurance training, you might not be interested in this article. However, if you can bench press a Buick but get winded when you bend down to tie your shoes, maybe I have an audience.
Section: Training :: Apr 20, 2004
Understanding 'Same But Different': Maximizing Your Progress!
This article is about the subtleties of program design. And specifically, how to find the perfect balance between two inherently conflicting principles of resistance training- specificity and variability.
Section: Sports :: Mar 28, 2006
Why Hill Sprints Are The Fastest Way Of Getting Strong, Fast, And Lean.
We've put together a great list of the top eight most compelling reasons to incorporate hill sprinting and the benefits that go along with it. In addition we have some exercises and ideas for designing a training routine using this method. Check it out!
Section: Sports :: Jul 11, 2006
The Training Journal - Free To Measure It. Manage It. Master It.
Find out why keeping a training journal is so important and how it can be related to owning a business! Use paper, use electronics... do whatever it takes to keep track and improve. You will love the results. Read on...
Section: Training :: Nov 06, 2006
Spray And Stretch Revisited - The Little Secret With Trigger Points.
We're about to let you in on a little secret that we've been using with great results for several months now. Learn more about the Spray And Stretch method right here.
Section: Training :: Sep 24, 2007
Building Success In The Gym With The Principles Of Progress!
The most successful athletes have a protocol - a proactive procedure to keep on track when problems arise in your training. Get your training goals back on track with the following training principles... Learn more.
Section: Training :: Apr 15, 2009
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