Hypertrophy training: The Complete Guide (plus workouts)
Hypertrophy development is valuable as increased muscle mass is beneficial to athletic performance and a necessity for many sports.
Free weights vs machines: Is there any real difference?
It’s an age-old question when many people set foot in the gym – should you use free weights or machines?
Speed training in football (soccer): How to develop this game-changer
Speed training in football (soccer) is as critical to performance as technical and tactical mastery, as well as strength and conditioning. Here’s how to develop it to blow your opponents away on the pitch.
Barefoot running: Game-changer or fad?
When done correctly, barefoot running has the potential to improve strength of the foot and improve running economy as well. But proper transition from standard training and running shoes is vital.
Why you shouldn’t fear concurrent training
The benefits of concurrent training are far-reaching and help improve multiple physical qualities, but there are several factors to be aware of.
Rep ranges: Are there any magic numbers with resistance training?
Anyone who has done any kind of resistance training would have heard about the importance of repetitions, or reps. But what are rep ranges, and why are they important?
Fitness testing on a budget: why, what and how
For those not working in an elite team, budgets can be slim and the prospect of fitness testing can be daunting. But there are ways around it.
Women in sports: An investigation of strength training methods in men’s vs. women’s football
Women in sports is becoming a topic clubs and coaches need to be more aware of. But while female participation in soccer (football) is booming, much less is known about the strength and conditioning (S&C) support that females get in comparison to males.
Anaerobic speed reserve: A secret weapon to optimise conditioning?
Adding what is called the ‘anaerobic speed reserve’ to your aerobic test data can help take athletes’ conditioning to the next level.
How to get started with resistance training: What you need to know
Resistance training can develop increases in muscle hypertrophy, strength, power, and/or endurance. When programmed correctly, it is beneficial and safe for everybody. Here’s your ultimate guide.
Power development: How one simple test can take you to the next level
To take your power development to the next level, the first step is to make an individual profile of your force and velocity. But how on earth do you get your profile?
How small sided games can deliver big results
Small-sided games can be used as an efficient method of training for physical, technical and tactical purposes. There are downsides, however.
How tennis ball drills can help develop hand-eye coordination
Hand-eye coordination is the most sport-specific but universal skill you can develop that’s not actually sport. But how can it be developed? Hint: Tennis balls could be the answer.
Calf muscle development: Why coaches and athletes must stop ignoring the calf region
Many coaches and athletes fail to properly train the calf area, but ignoring calf muscle development can lead to higher rates of injury.
Physical literacy
Physical literacy needs to be a multi-faceted approach: Parents, physical education teachers, sports coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, leisure management personnel, family members, and peers all play an integral role in physical literacy.
Talk Test
While sports technology continues to develop at a rapid rate, there are simpler ways to monitor your exercise intensity. One of these old-school methods is the Talk Test.
