Every young Little Leaguer knows that hitting it the best part of baseball practice. Sure, everybody needs to practice fielding grounders, catching fly balls, and turning double plays, but when it comes to pure fun, it’s hard to beat whacking 20 slow-pitched balls around the field. The problem with batting practice, of course, is that it…
If you’re reading this right now, you’re probably in the market for a heart-thumping, blood-pumping, balls-to-the-wall workout. And, friend, we’ve got you covered. We’re all about helping you get sweaty in pursuit of your goals, whether that means getting stronger, hitting a new PR, or losing weight. But let’s be real for a second here:…
I’m proof that you don’t need to be big to drive the ball far. I’m only 5-foot-9, 150 pounds, but I averaged more than 300 yards off the tee in 2018. Learning how to hit driver well depends on you setting up properly and letting your body just go, no matter your frame. It’s not…
There are now some 200 clubs in the UK active in girls’ rugby. Some teams survive and thrive, but many do not. However, sections that fail rarely do so because of a lack of interest or ability of the players, but due to problems with coaching. John Birch, an experienced county coach of girls’ rugby…
Many talented high school football players do not get the opportunity to receive scholarships offers from big DI schools, but luckily, they still have the ability to try and be a walk-on to their dream school such as University of Alabama. The term walk-on is used in sports; this usually happens in American college athletics,…
Connor Heyward is currently a sophomore running back at Michigan State University. He is originally from Duluth, Georgia where he was so versatile that he was able to play five different positions in high school including quarterback, receiver, running back, safety, and punter. Connor was able to play as a true freshman in 12 games…
When practicing, Stephen Curry must swish 5 out of 10 free throws. Ray Allen is the first to the arena. Then he goes through a form shooting routine and progresses to 3-point shooting. Great shooters have routines. I believe the following shooting routine will help you develop into a great shooter or make you an…
At Knox College, we run a 3-4 Defense with a slanting front. In the 3-4 system, it is imperative to have four coaches operating the different parts of the defense. During the last two years, we have utilized two coaches to work with both Inside and Outside Linebackers. Instead of separating the two units, we…
Using activities that kids naturally enjoy and movements that allow Teens to optimize their physical ability, our Fit Kids and Teens programs provide a fitness program that is safe, fun and energetic. A variety of games are used to focus on basic physical skills. Fit Kids and Teens workouts are tailored to the unique needs…
Every young Little Leaguer knows that hitting it the best part of baseball practice. Sure, everybody needs to practice fielding grounders, catching fly balls, and turning double plays, but when it comes to pure fun, it’s hard to beat whacking 20 slow-pitched balls around the field. The problem with batting practice, of course, is that it…
When practicing, Stephen Curry must swish 5 out of 10 free throws. Ray Allen is the first to the arena. Then he goes through a form shooting routine and progresses to 3-point shooting. Great shooters have routines. I believe the following shooting routine will help you develop into a great shooter or make you an…
Millennials. For many, hearing this word brings a myriad of incomprehensible images to their minds. And quite understandably: they have become the most underestimated and sought-after demographic in the world today. Also known as Generation Y or ‘Gen Y’, millennials – a collective which comprises individuals between 24 and 35 – have gained a popularity…
The shot put and discus are throwing events in track and field. The shot put involves throwing a heavy, round metal ball, while the discus involves throwing a heavy round disc. According to Sports Coach Brian Mackenzie, throwers in shot and discus need explosive strength, speed and balance. To improve in the track throwing events,…
Robert is a practicing Sports Psychologist as well as an accredited Strength and Conditioning coach. He has worked in gaming for almost two years. His articles focus on the parallels between gaming and mainstream sports with an emphasis on performance training. I recently had the pleasure of speaking to a progamer that contacted me asking…
In our spread offense, offensive linemen are expected to be able to reach, drive, pull and trap block. We work on these types of blocks daily with the following drills. Reach block In a reach block, the linemen must be able to work their body across a defender who is lined up to the right…
Tip #1 – Locate Your Target (the Rim) Earlier Getting in the habit of locating your target (the rim) earlier will improve your shooting percentage. Why? Locating the rim just a split second earlier gives your brain more time to subconsciously calculate distance and focus on your objective. Your eyes should be on the rim…
“Let the Big Dog Eat.” “Grip it and Rip It.” “Go Big Or Go Home.” Everyone wants to hit the ball farther, but distance is no more important than direction. Golf driving tips are plentiful, but to score better you have to drive the ball in the fairway. So this article is about how you…
Structuring Youth Fitness Programs Just a few decades ago, many people believed that women’s bodies were not as capable as men’s bodies at reaping the benefits of physical training for improved health and athletic performance. Fast-forward to today, and most personal trainers and coaches recognize that women stand to improve athletic abilities and health from…
Keep your right-hand grip more relaxed, and your left-hand grip tighter. Stand behind the ball and size up the line and target. Stand facing the ball. Turn your left shoulder until it is perpendicular with the target line. Keep both of your feet together. Make sure your distance from the ball is about three-quarters of…
