Every resistance exercise program must contain exercises that address the demands inherent in the sport or activity the athlete performs. To get to the next level in tennis, a middle school player, a collegiate player, an adult league player, a senior recreational player and a professional tennis player all need to work on their overall […]

To get the most out of your players, it really helps to try to understand where they are in their development, both physically and mentally. Today’s topic could also fall under the category of “Why your team doesn’t look like the ones you see on TV.” It’s definitely something to keep in mind at any […]

We spend part of at least three practice sessions per week on the sprint exchanges. If you overlook this part of your workouts you are missing the opportunity to score valuable points for your team. Our philosophy is that we can beat most teams in the 400-meter relay by utilizing superior exchanges that have been honed […]

The more prepared you are studying tendencies of the game the smarter player you’ll be — and often times intelligence in on-field situations can make up for any difference in physical ability. High school football is a high-pressure game, especially in some areas of the country. As detailed in Buzz Bissinger’s landmark book Friday Night […]

Having both players positioned at the net is one of the best tennis double strategies to win a point because the net is well covered. Tennis doubles drills can be beneficial to improve the tennis player’s net game. These tennis drills serves to develop the quick reflexes which are essential in playing a tennis doubles […]

The importance of writing those reasons down is that when motivation begins to dwindle, they will be there to stare you in the face and you will be reminded why you chose to take the long path most others are unwilling to attempt. For many club, high school and college swimmers, the steady and consistent routine […]

Use your creativity and come up with some different stations. Or just use some old standbys such as hitting stations, throwing stations, catching stations, fielding stations or pitching stations. Practices in any sport can be boring and unproductive if not planned out ahead of time. Having a clipboard with your practice itinerary written out is […]

Take heart in knowing that even some of the best who ever played the game started out just like you – fighting for scraps and working their way up the depth chart. As I write this, it’s the best time of the year for fastpitch softball fanatics. The NCAA Division I tournament is underway, and […]

The major appeal of Quarters coverage is the ability to get the Safety involved in stopping the run while still being sound against Four Verticals. Quarters coverage in football is fast becoming the most popular defensive coverage. The major reason for the rise in popularity is that it allows the defense to get both safeties […]

Stair sprints are a fantastic way to drop some body fat but still train the lower body in a hockey specific way. Beyond this, you are going to gain some serious cardiovascular adaptations in your body along the way. Do you want to do a hockey workout that can burn 550-700 calories per hour? Simple! […]