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SPORT-SPECIFIC TRAINING: The #1 Lie in Youth Sports Exposed
In recent years, an idea has taken hold in youth sports: that young athletes need to be doing sport-specific training in the weight room if they want to get better at their sport. By definition, this means that in the gym, they should only be doing things that directly translate
In-Season Training for Youth Athletes: The 1 Mistake Most Families Make
As far as athletes are concerned, there are only two seasons in a year: the in-season and the off-season. There is one major mistake that youth athletes make every year — they overemphasize sport-specific, in-season type training year-round and don’t put nearly enough emphasis on strength and conditioning for youth
In-Season Strength Training For Youth Sports: The #1 Way To Keep Your Athlete Injury Free
A parent’s guide to in-season injury prevention A Precautionary Tale For In-Season Athletes Picture this: It’s the middle of your son or daughter’s competitive sports season, and they’re performing well. Their off-season strength and conditioning program paid off. They’re faster, stronger, jumping higher, and playing the best they’ve ever played.
The Best Way to Structure Your Fitness Week (When You’re Short on Time)
Introduction Let’s face it: most adults are juggling a lot. Between work, family, and trying to have some kind of social life, getting to the gym consistently can feel like a challenge. But here’s the truth — fitness success doesn’t come from being perfect. It comes from being consistent and
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Mobility at Home
Introduction: Mobility isn’t just for athletes or hardcore gym-goers — it’s essential for anyone who wants to move better, prevent injuries, and feel less stiff throughout the day. The good news? You don’t need to carve out extra time in your schedule to improve your mobility. With these five simple
Progressive Overload: 5 Eye-opening Ways To Optimize Your Strength
I. Introduction Strength training isn’t just for bodybuilders or athletes—it’s one of the most effective ways for adults over 40 to maintain muscle, boost metabolism, and stay healthy (more on that here or here). One of the most important principles in strength training is progressive overload. In this blog, we’ll