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Athletic Strength And Power Podcaster Ed Cicale interviewed Coach Taylor at Kim Wood's "Meeting of the Tribes" Strength Clinic. To hear the podcast, click here. Athletic Strength and Power (aka ASAP) is a systematic approach to improving the various physical components that are necessary for athletic success. The ASAP program has a proven track record [...]
While it is important for everyone to stay hydrated, it is especially important for athletes to maintain proper hydration during extensive workouts. Our bodies are made of almost two-thirds water. It is no surprise then that many of the organs in our body require a substantial amount of water to remain healthy. On a normal [...]
[tubepress video="1m0EVo3_jek"] Running speed can make all of the difference when it comes to a competition or game. While some people are naturally quicker than others, there are many methods that will greatly improve your running speed. Training for strength and endurance is important, but it is not the only way to build your potential [...]
By now, you’ve probably heard about the health benefits of foods rich in antioxidants. Free-radical fighting antioxidants will help you defend your body against heart disease, cancer, and other degenerative diseases. They will also slow down the aging process helping you to look and feel younger. Did you know that antioxidants also play a significant [...]
[tubepress video="THggoSUXkXo"] If you are interested in becoming increasingly more agile, fit and strong, then improving your flexibility is important. With improved flexibility, your muscles and joints will be able to move through a full range of movement. This will have the added benefit of improving your performance in any sport or physical activity. Unfortunately, [...]
A heart rate monitor will ensure that you are getting the best workout possible. It will help in determining if you need to push yourself harder or if you are overextending yourself. In other words, you can obtain maximum benefits from your workout by fine tuning your routine and learning to pace yourself. A heart [...]
This week on iTunes, STT interviews a dynamic high performance practitioner with a proven track record of success at an elite level of performance. Dr. Tony Strudwick has experience working within National and International performance structures, providing strategic and long term planning for elite athlete management. Currently, Head of sports science at Manchester United F.C. [...]
[tubepress video="fBnGtGCk_y4"] Squats are one of the most effective ways to tone the muscles in your legs and buttocks. However, many people make the mistake of doing squats on a regular basis using an incorrect technique. With the proper technique, you can gain the fantastic benefits that squats provide. In fact, performing squats correctly can [...]
Yesterday I posted a blog touching on the topic of “mental training”. As I read it this morning, I wanted to follow up with a quick reminder about a serious scenario athletes deal with every day. And one that needs our sincere attention now! I am happy to get the feedback from STT nation yesterday. [...]
[tubepress video="ABGsPcmez4U"] How many hours did you spend working on improving your speed this season? Think about the time spent on running mechanics, speed drills, over speed training, etc., etc. Now think for a second, how far do you typically sprint full speed on game day? Ever think about many times you had to stop [...]