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British Tumbling Champion Gives Us Her Top Tips
June 2, 2023
Competitions go so quickly so I try to enjoy it as much as I can. The main thing that goes through my mind is that I know how to do it just need to prove it. Last year Lucie Colebeck became British tumbling champion before winning a sensational bronze medal at the 2017 World Championships […]
Strength Training for Swimmers: What Muscles to Train and Why
June 2, 2023
With powerful legs, you will be able to jump further in the air, which increases speed because it is easier to move through the air than it is to move through the water. There are five main muscles that make the largest difference in a swimmer’s performance. Latissimus Dorsi The latissimus dorsi muscle or commonly […]
Six Must-Have Plays for Every Youth Football Offensive Playbook
June 2, 2023
Make sure your receivers are involved with blocking this play as well. Have them find work and never stand around. Quarterbacks must carry out fakes to help keep defenders home. For coaches at the high school, college and pro levels, where jobs are tied to winning, championships set the bar for greatness. But youth coaches […]
The Benefit of Individual Soccer Practice for Kids
June 2, 2023
The pace at which your feet move can be the decisive factor to beat an opponent. Developing quick reflex action with anticipation to make the ball do what you want at speed. How many hours a week does your child play football? At the younger ages, most kids will only spend around 1-2 hours training […]
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Seven Things Your Swim Coach Wants You to Know
June 2, 2023
They will be there when you achieve your highest of highs, and also be there to see you at your most struggliest. From your first DQ, to completing your first 400 IM, to winning state, to winning gold on the international stage. In the midst of all of this, here are just 7 of the […]
The Top Six Core Exercises for Swimmers
June 2, 2023
If you are lacking in rotational power, find that your technique falls apart quickly, or that your posture in the water is kind of stinky, implement a handful of these exercises regularly into your dryland program. The importance of core strength for fast swimming has become more mainstream over the past couple decades. Where at one point […]
How to Do a Relay Dive
June 2, 2023
Since each swimmer is a different speed, the one-stroke suggestion might not apply. It’s simply a good ballpark for when to start bringing your arms back. Practice the relay dive over and over, and see what’s right for you. Whether it’s your first time on a relay or you’re a veteran, you’re probably aware of the […]
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Super Quick Hockey Workouts
June 2, 2023
Work, school, travel, responsibilities, practice and games can take a ton of our time and not always leave much left over to get geared up for an hour-long session in the gym plus about another half-hour or so of commuting there and back. Finding a quicker “time saving” solution to fitness has always been a […]
How Schools Are Keeping Young Athletes Safe
June 2, 2023
“We are very proactive; our coaches have concussion training and have to go through certifications, and we talk with our team captains so we can identify areas that need improvement. “ As concerns grow over the safety and long-term effects of children playing football, basketball and many more sports, many school districts and youth sports organizations […]
Youth Soccer Warm Up Stretches
June 2, 2023
Encourage young athletes to extend their arms out to the sides, then swing them across their body — as if they were giving themselves a hug. Soccer is growing in popularity in the United States — especially among children. As with all team sports, it’s crucial to maintain safety when it comes to youth soccer […]
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