How To Zercher Squat: One Exercise To Rule Them All TOPIC: We all want that golden ticket. The one-size-fits-all exercise and perfect program. You know – the one that makes us look like the Hulk as long as we follow that program to the T. Well folks, that all sounds...
What Does Paralympic Strength Training Look Like? TOPIC: Paralympians undergo rigorous training when preparing for the Paralympic Games. While the Paralympics only last about two weeks, getting ready takes place all year, as these athletes are among the most dedicated...
Ballistic vs. Plyometric: Understanding Dynamic Movements TOPIC: Have you heard the Russian proverb, “once you stop jumping, you start dying”? A little dramatic and fatalistic maybe, but the basic idea centers around maintaining your body’s capacity to perform...
Top 5 Exercises for a Better Deadlift TOPIC: How many reps should you do for muscle growth? How can you get a better pump from a movement that usually doesn’t make you sore? Tweaking your program to include high-volume and tempo sets is sure to get you the kind...
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Everything You Need to Know About Energy Systems It pays to know about your body’s energy systems, whether you’re a coach or an athlete. Jonathan Mike, PhD, CSCS*D, NSCA-CPT*D, USAW, NKT-1 is a currently a faculty member the Exercise Science department at...
