3 Ways to Improve Strength Without Heavy Barbells
Strength, strength, strength. We know it is a hugely important component of health, fitness and performance. Some go as far as saying it is the most important, however, this post
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Maintain emotional intelligence when competing
Watch lots of sport, read about it or involved in coaching? Chances are you're familiar with the term 'emotional intelligence'. Commentators might use it when assessing the mental resolve of
The Effects of Previous Hamstring Injuries on Performance
At the end of the 16/17 Premier League season, a total of 166 hamstring injuries had been recored. That is a whopping 15 % of all injures! I think the thing
Athlete selection: Are you really talented or are you specifically selected?
Athlete selection: Are you really talented or are you specifically selected? Born at the right time of year If you think that all the athletes that you see today are there because
“Just hold stuff above your head” How Hard Can it Be?
When it comes to the content within this post, it's safe to say I learnt the hard way! I have always been a "fast twitch" athlete, from long jump to
Get Bouncing with Plyometric Training
Plyometrics - training in which you exert maximum force in a minimum time frame. Most commonly lower limb, you are looking for <.25 second contact time. Often seen as dangerous
Work Your Brain to Improve Your Time to Exhaustion
I recently read a study that looked at the effects of simultaneously training your brain and body. The study saw a group of soldiers train 3 times a week on
6 Tips to Improving Your Olympic Weightlifting
Olympic Weightlifting has massive transfer to sports performance. Force production, limb alignment, triple extension, rapid flexion, stability... The list goes on! One issue you may have discovered yourself, it's really
3 Suggestions of Who to Follow On Social Media
Look, listen, learn. We spend so much time aimlessly trawling through our phones. Make use of your time - subconsciously you are likely to take on board a great deal