February 2009 News

Connecting the core

Published: February 23, 2009

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Athletes have been inundated with terminology and references to “core” development in recent years. However, little has been conveyed to these athletes on what qualifies as the core, and how to specifically target muscles that may be beyond the scope of the commonly referred regions. Although major muscles groups are important in the function of [...]


Technique to Eliminate Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness

Published: February 20, 2009

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Researchers hypothesized that the most effective strategy for reducing Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is by using a pre-exercise technique. Other forms of DOMS relief such as topical analgesics and dietary supplements are not preventative, do not speed muscle recovery time, nor have they eliminated DOMS. Therefore, the current research was aimed at eliminating DOMS during [...]


In The Gym Upper Body Plyometrics

Published: February 20, 2009

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When one hears the word plyometrics, the first thought that comes to mind is likely some type of jumping movement; for example, on and off boxes of various heights. Plyometric exercises take advantage of a phenomenon known as the stretch-shortening cycle (SSC). Briefly, when a muscle is stretched very rapidly in an eccentric fashion immediately [...]


Side Effects of Steroid Use

Published: February 20, 2009

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The positive effects of anabolic adrenergic steroid (AAS) use on muscle strength and size have been well documented in the scientific literature. This article does not seek to discuss the effects of AAS on size and strength of skeletal muscle or the mechanisms of those actions as they are somewhat controversial and discussed elsewhere (3,17). [...]


Agility Runs with Swim Noodles

Published: February 19, 2009

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The definition of agility is the ability to decelerate, accelerate, and change direction quickly while maintaining good body control without decreasing speed1. In athletic events, agility success is also dependant on stimuli such as visual or auditory response2. To incorporate these factors into your training program, try this inexpensive way to include auditory and visual [...]


Anabolic Androgenic Steroids

Published: February 17, 2009

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The use of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) by athletes has been widely recognized since the 1950′s (29). However, the use of these drugs has been prohibited in Olympic Sports by the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee since 1974 and testing for anabolic-androgenic steroids has been undertaken since 1976 (30). Read Full Article


Lacrosse meets speed training

Published: February 15, 2009

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Good Foot Position in Football

Published: February 14, 2009

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Is Jumper’s Knee Keeping You On the Ground?

Published: February 11, 2009

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Overuse injuries to the patellar tendon may affect athletes in volleyball, basketball, soccer, and tennis. Known as jumper’s knee, this injury can be debilitating and affect an athlete throughout his or her career. This article will present a preventative training routine. Read Full Article


Football speed technique revealed

Published: February 10, 2009

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