I have been asked to write on any topic for the website this month. This is probably an ill conceived idea, since I don’t get out much and people who know me NEVER give me a stage to state my opinion. It is well known that I will give that opinion without much reservation and…
“Building a Championship Program” Thinking back over my 30 year coaching career, I would like to thank that T-ball coach 41 years ago that never played me. Whether I was simply that bad or not is beside the point; that coach unwittingly pushed me toward a lifetime passion — track & field. That “failure” led…
Skiing Moguls, a divisive topic, but love ‘em or hate ‘em – it’s a good idea to know how to handle ’em. Here are Snowskool’s top 5 tips to improve your Mogul skiing. Take the Moguls on: this is skiing… not shopping You shouldn’t be looking for a friendly bump to give you an easy…
The battle rope is an old-school training tool that is as simple as it gets. Pick it up, wave it around like a maniac, put it down. Result: burn a whole bunch of fat, work out muscle imbalances, develop power, and more. Even though it’s a simple enough piece of workout gear, there are some…
Using swim paddles can help you do a ton of different things in the water. Here is a look at the six benefits of hand paddles for swimming. Hand paddles, also known as swim paddles, are a popular way for swimmers to increase power and upper body endurance in the water. More importantly, it’s done…
If you’re a runner, chances are you’d like to improve your performance and gain speed. This may be to improve your race times, burn more calories, or beat your personal best. There are plenty of techniques and drills you can use to gain strength, improve your form, and run faster. Incorporate as many of these…
Softball can be boiled down to three fundamental aspects: hitting, fielding, and pitching. Of those three, only the former is required of every player in a game. Everyone must be able to hit the ball, whether you’re a power hitter, an on-base hitter, or just a bottom-of-the-lineup hitter, you’ve got to practice and utilize good…
Most children first learn to crawl, then walk, and finally to run. Basketball requires players to not only effectively move their feet, but also to maneuver a basketball. Basketball players first learn to dribble the basketball with one hand, then to alternate hands, and progressively to increase to more advanced dribbling. As a basketball player,…
I have been asked to write on any topic for the website this month. This is probably an ill conceived idea, since I don’t get out much and people who know me NEVER give me a stage to state my opinion. It is well known that I will give that opinion without much reservation and…
If you’re a runner, chances are you’d like to improve your performance and gain speed. This may be to improve your race times, burn more calories, or beat your personal best. There are plenty of techniques and drills you can use to gain strength, improve your form, and run faster. Incorporate as many of these…
Remember to do every exercise equal on both limbs and every drill on both sides of the court. Block 1 – Athleticism and Injury Prevention. Strides – Run down and back for 10 court lengths at 60% to 70% speed. Knee-to-wall touches – 3x each way. Leg swings – 10 each leg. Reaches – Up,…
The key to passing volleyball skills is being in an athletic posture ready to react and move every second the ball is in play. Ready Stance Players should start in an athletic position relaxed and ready to move. Stand with your knees flexed comfortably with your weight on the balls of your feet. React and…
1 – Only smile if you feel like it. Some teachers are obsessed with asking students to smile during class. This is a somewhat controversial topic, but I feel strongly that you should only smile if you feel like it. For me, smiling in class takes me away from my meditation and concentration. Also, yoga…
The average football play lasts five seconds with 25 to 30 seconds between plays. Coaches understand that to prepare for this, there’s little use for long distance running or 100-yard gassers. Football conditioning must be tailored toward anaerobic training to produce athletes capable of keeping up with the pace of the game. Ryan Sprague of…
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…
Phase 1: Stability and Endurance Goal: Correct muscle imbalances caused by injuries sustained during a grueling season, and build a foundation for heavy lifting and more advanced exercises. Overview: Focuses primarily on bodyweight and core stability exercises that improve flexibility, core strength and balance, and eliminate imbalances. Intensity (percent of your max) is low and…
