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How to get Interceptions in Football Part 3

Published: January 23, 2010

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In this part is one of my favorite drills the basic “Turn and Go” football drill. There are a lot of coaching points in this drill that all tie back real time game activity. And I want to emphasize that any drill that is done should be simulating some type of game like or game time activity or you would be wasting a lot of effort on this that would not transfer to movements in the Football game. When this drill is done properly the defensive back will have the right mechanics to stay with the receiver on long routes an will be getting interceptions when the football comes their way.


Lacrosse Maximum Performance

Published: March 1, 2009

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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 [...]


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 [...]


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


Strive for Quality

Published: February 10, 2009

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In this column, learn strategies to help you consistently make training a physical, technical and mental endeavor and prepare yourself for competition. Read Full Article


Training Tips to Help Triathletes Reduce Overuse Injuries

Published: February 5, 2009

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The triathlon is arguably the most physically demanding endurance sport. Competitive triathletes report training up to 20 hours per week when preparing for a competition (3, 7). Read Full Article


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