Today’s article is a guest-blog by Rob Panariello, a regular contributor to this site. Rob wrote an excellent article pertaining to Olympic lifts and improved athletic performance. I hope you enjoy it! Robert A. Panariello MS, PT, ATC, CSCS Professional…
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Hip Thrust & Glute Science
by Bret • April 6, 2013 • 55 Comments
Every week or two, somebody tags me hoping I’ll chime in on a Facebook debate surrounding the hip thrust exercise. I wanted to write this response to save me time so that from now on I can just post this…
Maximizing Power Production
by Bret • April 4, 2013 • 25 Comments
Power = Force x Velocity Optimal power production is achieved by maximizing the product of force and velocity, so both aspects of training need to be trained to ensure maximal training adaptations. In The optimal training load for the development of…
Dynamic Effort Training: BS or Legit?
by Bret • March 27, 2013 • 43 Comments
I have a good topic of the week post for you today. Let me catch you up to speed. *Disclaimer – this article applies more so to powerlifters seeking strength gains (increased powerlifting totals), not so much athletes seeking gains…
Sprinting Biomechanics & Research
by Bret • February 22, 2013 • 12 Comments
Hi readers, Chris and I have a new product ready! We’re excited to release this as we think it’s a very valuable product for the Strength & Conditioning and Track & Field communities. The product pertains to sprinting biomechanics and…
Tips on Olympic Weightlifting
by Bret • January 15, 2013 • 5 Comments
I’ve got a nice interview for you from Wil Fleming on the topic of Olympic Weightlifting. Wil just released a DVD titled Complete Olympic Lifting – it’s currently 40% off until the end of the week. I received an advanced…
Sprinting Lessons
by Bret • January 11, 2013 • 17 Comments
Today I’ve got a kickass blogpost for all strength coaches, track & field coaches, and sprinters. This post is a compilation of insight and reflections provided to me by UK Coach Greg Potter. You can find his blog and twitter…
Considerations in Athletic Performance Enhancement Training: The Large Athlete and the Training Program Design
by Bret • January 5, 2013 • 2 Comments
Here’s another article from Rob Panariello, a regular guest-poster on this blog. I’m sure you’ll like it! Robert A. Panariello MS, PT, LATC, CSCS Professional Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy Professional Athletic Performance Center New York, New York Athlete’s genetically…