What would I tell my younger self about strength and conditioning
One benefit of getting older is that you gain experience. Today, we use our experience to help committed and talented young athletes work hard towards their sporting goals. The field
One benefit of getting older is that you gain experience. Today, we use our experience to help committed and talented young athletes work hard towards their sporting goals. The field
Specific youth conditioning is a hotly debated topic. The physical education and scientific world advocate against early specialisation. However, the reality in sport is often quite different. Models of long
We love helping young athletes progress in their chosen sport. We also love helping young people develop confidence with physical activity. Developing physical performance is just one way that youth
It takes years to become a high level performer in competitive sport. In fact it takes years to be a high level performer in other professions too. Think mathematics, neurosurgery
How many times do we set out to achieve something and then not quite make it? The vast majority of people fail to achieve their health and fitness goals. Recently
Although small pockets of resistance still exist, there appears to be have been a shift when it come to youth training. Resistance and strength training, particularly. Strength & conditioning is
The gap between the fitness of the average child and that of the high performing young athlete widens. There is little argument that young people are becoming less active. As
What does it take to get the A+ grade? Whether studying in a classroom or performing in the sports arena, the answer is the same. Attending class and practice is
Later this week I am fortunate enough to be heading into Saracen's Rugby to observe the start of their pre-season training. I'm keen to talk to players about the physical