Helping young athletes gauge their progress
If your son / daughter is considered a high level young athlete then the chances are they have enjoyed more than their fair share of success en route. They're likely
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Fitness
Weightlifting Belts Are Not Going To Fix Your Back Pain
With the world of weightlifting and resistance training exploding over the past few years, it is not surprising there has been an increase in lifting "accessories" on the market. Most
How To Use Cluster Sets When Training Strength and Power
With all the different styles and methods available, what to use and why can sometimes get a little overwhelming. While traditional methods are good for novice lifters, or those who
Focussing on the individual when coaching the group
It's can be easy to get lost in the crowd when doing group fitness training. Group training has many advantages but also some potential pitfalls. It also provides a number
Building Muscle Mass – Understanding Hypertrophy Rest Intervals
We've already mentioned in multiple blog posts that increasing muscle mass (hypertrophy) can be achieved in multiple ways. In fact, there isn't necessarily a "perfect" method for putting on size.
Training and competing
Earlier this week I listened to a great podcast by Ben Bergeron. Bergeron is a performance CrossFit coach who continues to work with world champions in the sport. The topic
How To Use Weightlifting To Train Speed, Strength and More
I have talked a couple of times in past blogs about the Force Velocity Curve. Understanding the curve can give you a head start when planning your workouts and programs.
Understanding Force-Velocity Relationship and Hypertrophy
If you are looking to increase muscle size or hypertrophy, you probably know there are multiple methods of doing this. However, understanding the basics of the force velocity relationship can
When you’re part of the problem ….
Continuing on a health theme from previous posts here I want to take a look at a broader public health issue. Mortality and morbidity rates due to cardiovascular disease, obesity