The Unlearning Curve for Deeper Understanding
The Articles that Greg Nukols share always encourage thinking more critically. This one is no different.
WATCH: Three Mobility Drills to Improve the Squat and Reduce Knee Pain
Addressing sub-par squat depth and knee pain with three great mobility drills
Freelap's VBT Interview with Dr. Bryan Mann
Dr. Bryan Mann's interview on FreeLap USA concerning everything about Velocity Based Training
Pope Francis Leadership Diseases
These diseases are a danger for every leader and every organization, and they can strike at the individual and the community levels.
Changing the Game Author Explains The Problems in Youth Sports
John O'Sullivan knocks it out of the park again with the four biggest problems in Youth Sports.
LISTEN: Wisdom from a Renowned High School Strength Coach
One of the most experienced coaches in the country unveils the necessary components of a top-notch training program.
Elsbeth Vaino Gives Six Exercise for Low Back Health
Check out these six exercise for better back health from one of the industry's best
Travis Mash on Dave and Jim
Looking back on history, Travis Mash shares some of his most valuable experiences with the influential figures from his powerlifting career.
LISTEN: The Power Athlete Podcast
John Welbourn and his coaching crew provide insight into how they create power athletes.
Another Athlete Dies During Conditioning
Jeffrey Gillyard said his son was jumping rope when he fell to the ground. An ambulance crew worked on him for about 25 minutes, including administering CPR, before rushing him to Temple University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, family members said.
Lee Taft's Top Priorities For Youth Sports Development
If left unattended the loudest and most demanding parents or youth coach will take over the identity of a youth league. When a director listens to parents or coaches who say they won't be involved unless the score is kept, teams can press, the best players can all be put on one team, etc... the league will go wrong.
Comparing Squating to the Prowler for Quads and Hamstrings
The back squat is a traditional resistance training exercise. The use of resisted sled exercises, on the other hand, is a relatively new phenomenon of which we don't even know yet how it compares to the classics.
We Don't Have the Budget for You to Be Injured
Can we really afford not to have athletic trainers at high school sporting events?
WATCH: The Four-Step Coaching Process
Following this revolving approach is the key to creating an environment that strengthens the athletes and solidifies the program.
What is Really Wrong with Strength and Conditioning
This is an issue that won't be solved anytime soon. maybe I have made a bigger deal of it than most. But, I believe true dialogue will benefit all coaches to improve this profession.
John Harbaugh: 'The Game of Football is Under Attack'
I believe there’s practically no other place where a young man is held to a higher standard. Football is hard. It’s tough. It demands discipline. It teaches obedience. It builds character.
LISTEN: Instilling Passion and Eliminating Excuses
Ross Bowsher brings an extensive resume to Arkansas Tech in order to raise the bar.
College Strongwoman Competition
It's always great seeing college athletes competing in the off-season. Especially when a Prowler is involved.
The 6 Musts when Starting an S&C Program at a Small School
Believe it or not, there are still small college and high schools that do not have an organized and structured strength & conditioning program.
WATCH: Resisted Sprints with the Prowler
This purpose of the video is not to convince you to incorporate resisted sprinting in your program. The purpose is to provide you with a brief overview of an alternate way to use elitefts™ bands as a more practical harness in a large group setting when using a prowler or sled.
Elitefts™ Proud to be part of the CVSPS
The CVSP Seminar is a perfect match with the mission of "Live, Learn, Pass On" of Elitefts™
LISTEN: What Constitutes the Mecca of Strength and Conditioning?
From the classroom to the weight room, Dr. Brian Thompson is the driving force behind Springfield College's success.
First Female Strength Coach in MLB History
Strength & conditioning coach Rachel Balkovec breaks the gender barrier in Minor League baseball
How Should We Grade Physical Education?
Physical education classes nationwide are switching focus toward fitness knowledge and encouraging healthy lifestyles and away from fitness competition and tests of endurance.
Motivation and Willpower Seminar with James Clear
Success and self-control are twisted together tighter than two strands of DNA.
Irish Powerlifting Organization Nationals Write-Up
My friend Sara Vero Competed at the IPO Nationals. Here's here reflections of the meet
Wendler and Pegg: Volume 2
Jim Wendler and Jason Pegg have teamed again for episode two. Different topics with the same uncensored and unapologetic commentary.
LISTEN: Changing the Game in Youth Sports
In the state of youth athletics, John O'Sullivan is the voice of reason amongst coaches, parents, and administrators.
Three Drills for Throwers to Improve Technique and Develop Rotational Power
Kunle Lawson and Karl Geissler have extensive Track & Field Experience and collaborated on the instruction and implementation of three distinct indoor throwing drills for athletes in developing rotational power and improve specific technique in the throwing events.
Squat Progressions for College Athletes
I think the key to coaching large groups of athletes is to find those exercises which beginners can do correctly from the giddy-up and that they can actually get some volume in as well.
Running at Your Full Potential Seminar
11athletics to host a hands-on clinic to teach military and athlete’s how to tap into their full running potential.
Should Strength Coaches be Fired for Disciplining a Team or Player?
In the case of well-respected Tulane University strength & conditioning coach, Stephanie Sharpe, another example of "accountability gone wrong" is evident.
LISTEN: An Inside Look at a D1 Strength and Conditioning Program
From the Big Ten to the Pac-12, Evan Simon brings toughness and accountability to the Oregon State University football program.
Development of Aerobic Fitness in Young Team Sport Athletes
5 key tips to develop aerobic fitness in young team sport athletes |
WATCH: Becoming a Mentor to Young Coaches
Use this video to develop a comprehensive and meaningful curriculum to guide young coaches and build a future for this industry.
The Definition of Loyalty: Mike Pressler's Redemption
How a rape scandal gave former Duke Lacrosse coach the opportunity to experience and prove what real loyalty is
3 Reasons Athletes Are Different Today
Strength coaches already have many different cultures they need to immerse themselves in. Athletes today don't just do what you tell them do to do. They want to know why they are doing it.
Jordan Spieth's Inspiration for the Masters
Jordan Spieth wins the Masters at age 21. His inspiration? His Sister Ellie, who is autistic
Leaders Spit Out the Bones
The ability to dispassionately learn from others is an important step towards emotional maturity
3 Things I Learned from Stevie Wonder
Stevie wonder would have been a great coach. Ok, no he wouldn't because of the whole not being able to see thing. BUT, he has some characteristics that good coaches also have.
LISTEN: Inside the Mind of The Research Meathead
Jon Mike simplifies the complex studies of nutrition and exercise.
LISTEN: Simon Sinek's Leadership Lessons
The best selling author of 'Start with Why' and 'Leaders Eat Last', Simon Sinek explains the essential qualities of leadership
Jim Wendler and Jason Pegg Setting the World on Fire
When these two get together you are guaranteed to laugh your ass off and learn a few things while you're at it.
What You Missed from March
More than two dozen articles that you may want to revisit from March of 2013.
Interview with Documenatarian Chris Bell
The maker of "Bigger, Stronger, Faster" talks about his new film, "Prescription Thugs"
WATCH: How to Find a Strength and Conditioning Job
You don't go from college graduate to Buddy Morris overnight. Here's a step-by-step guide to building a career in the most cut-throat profession.
NSCA Southeast Regional Conference
If you are anywhere in the Southeast this weekend, you don't want to miss this conference
Jenn Petrosino's Thesis Defense
Maximizing the Max Test: Development of a maximal graded exercise test for the assessment of cardiovascular function in mice.
Anthony Iannarino's 7 Ps of Being a Pro
Amateurs and professionals are different. Professionals do things that amateurs are unwilling to do.
The Three Ds to Do and the One D to Avoid
(Direction + Deadlines + Delegation) - Dissension = A Dominant Organization
NSCA Training for Hockey Clinic
Training for Hockey is an unmatched opportunity to learn the tricks of the trade for preparing your athletes to excel on the ice.
LISTEN: Loren Landow Exposes Methods for Developing Speed, Power, and En...
Olympians, NFL players, MMA fighters—Landow has trained them all. Here's how he does it.
The Next Big Thing in College Football
Specifically, how a player "defines, processes and executes instructions and information across various contextual environments," is what the APTUS is all about.
Bryan Mann Talks Velocity Based Training
Over the past several years, Velocity Based Training (VBT) has been coming to the forefront as an innovative way to determine load for strength training.
LISTEN: Charlie Weingroff Integrates All Disciplines of Human Performance
From powerlifting, through the NBA, and onto the Marine Corps, Weingroff's expertise in human movement is derived from diverse experience.
NSCA Kinetic Select: Understanding the Conjugated Sequencing Model
Advanced athletes may require a more sophisticated programming model to achieve their goals. Here is a brief overview of the conjugated sequencing model that many coaches may find beneficial.
Two Areas Almost All First-Year College Athletes Are Lacking In
There are 2 major areas that must be addressed in programming to properly prepare these athletes for collegiate athletics