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Psychology can sometimes trump physiology, and it is important that athletes and other personnel involved in their development believe the training intervention and dose are sufficient to achieve desired effects. Effective strength and conditioning coaches conduct a needs analysis of both the athlete and his/her sport. A thorough examination of the physiological requirements of the […]

Any sudden, rigorous movements could lead to injuries. Dynamic swimming warmup exercises prepare you for the activity and lowers your risk of injuries. Some swimmers underestimate the importance of warming up before swimming. It’s not surprising as it’s usually tempting to just jump right in. However, there are many reasons taking time to warm up […]

It is baffling how we can go from feeling six feet deep in the dumps to swimming at supersonic speed in a matter of days. Although we spend most of our waking time either in the pool, going to or from the pool, or thinking about the pool, we also interact frequently with people who […]

After practicing this stretch regularly you should notice that your increased flexibility allows you to press your knees easily to the ground. Whether dancing to classical, modern, jazz or hip-hop music, dancers require a tremendous amount of strength and flexibility to bring the music to life through their bodies. Although your daily life may not […]

“Talking those over in advance as a family will be helpful — and it will help if the family can come up with strategies to get through those tough moments.” Many adults associate New Year’s resolutions with abandoned aspirations instead of positive changes. For those who struggle to stick with New Year’s resolutions, it can […]

Check only for purpose. Checking just for the sake of a hit is seldom of value and creates risk of self-injury, missed checks and open opposition players, as well as penalties. These Golden Rules are the key items players should be striving to master as they progress up through the ranks to high school and […]