If you closely examine the technique involved in execution of the lower body movements made by athletes in a variety of sports, you can see that they are very similar to the movements executed in running and running cutting actions. With, and even without, slight modifications in specialized strength and explosive running exercises, it is […]
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In looking for a few articles in the Soviet Sports Review (later named the Fitness and Sports Review International) I came across several great running articles. They not only reminded me how so little of this information has permeated US literature but how the Russians (former Soviets) were very practical and thorough in their research.
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Does your workout make you physically better? Certainly! After all, isn’t this why you work out? You want stronger muscles, a better working heart and more effectively working circulatory and respiratory systems. These are the goals of all individuals involved in fitness as well as athletes. However, contrary to popular opinion, every workout does not
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Not only does there seem to be an increase in total number of injuries to athletes but it seems that there are many more debilitating injuries that prevent the athlete from playing for months or even years. One such injury is the Achilles tendon tear that is hitting many athletes who must run and cut
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A tidbit in the sports news today caught my attention. It brought out how the NFL’s new highest paid punter is already getting requests from parents to instruct their young (teenage) aspiring punters. Their requests are based on the belief that if you are a high-level athlete you automatically know everything about the sport and
Are high-level athletes good teachers? Read More »