NOW ITS UP TO YOU- FEEDBACK WELCOME! I want to hear from the readers- you- about what aspects of training you want to learn about. So far we have covered the reasons for strength and conditioning training, how to perform the squat correctly and how to structure and implement a training program. I have a […]
We have covered a basic program for strength and conditioning. Now we must consider some of the finer- and often overlooked- points of performing in the program for maximum results and the lowest incidence of injury! There is no point in completing any kind of training program that will cause injury or hamper your game […]
Lets get straight to exercise selection- we need movements that focus on the following areas- strength and power generation, for the lower body and upper body, conditioning, prehabilitation, rehabilitation and recovery. These lists of exercises overlap in uses and are not exhaustive, there are many other variations that may suit certain individuals better, for e.g. […]
Weight training makes you SLOW and MUSCLEBOUND No- If you perform all exercises through their full range of motion, flexibility will increase As opposed to being sedentary- Exercises like SQUATS, deadlifts, bench presses, and chin-ups stretch the muscle in the bottom range of the movement. Therefore, by performing these exercises correctly, your stretching capabilities will […]
Before we DEBUNK some of the myths surrounding strength and conditioning training, lets look at why it WORKS! STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING TRAINING WORKS FOR EVERYONE! Here are the factors we need to take into account to ensure this statement remains true: Genetics – Stimulus – Recovery – Response. GENETICS- Where do you stand in the […]