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(Escondido, CA) The last few years running technique has been receiving more attention than normal. Running Technique articles such as the technique analysis of Lauren Fleshman in Running Times, and in mainstream magazines such as the New Yorker and the New York Times. According to legendary pioneer biomechanist, Dr. Michael Yessis, “The increased interest in […]

(Escondido, CA) The University of Richmond Spiders head Strength & Conditioning coach, Jay DeMayo, employed a secret weapon and deployed a revolutionary conditioning program that has had a major impact on the basketball team’s ability to successfully compete with better known programs. The secret weapon is legendary biomechanist pioneer, Dr. Michael Yessis. The revolutionary concept,

Advocates of core training claim that core training is the key to improved athletic performance and prevention of injury. As a result, many strength coaches have initiated elaborate core training programs for the athletes. This includes balancing on uneven surfaces, large balls, and holding stationary positions such as in the plank.   But as I

When doing the lateral arm raise, coaches and trainers recommend raising the arms only to the level position. However, stopping when the arms are horizontal can create tightness in the shoulder and may lead to shoulder impingement.   Typically the arms are raised only to shoulder level (90 degrees) because of the relatively heavy weights

Every year I get the latest catalogs from various fitness/sports equipment companies. I peruse them to see some of the latest pieces of equipment that are becoming or have become trendy.   As I go through them I am constantly impressed with the concepts and accessories presented. But when I compare the equipment and their