The suspension trainer. It’s a tool that can enhance almost any strength and conditioning or fitness program because of its many unique benefits. These benefits include an easy way to train when equipment is limited or when you can’t make it into a full-scale gym. The suspension trainer is […]
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
The Most Effective Suspension Trainer Exercises
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Bodybuilding 101: The Flexicon
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ABS AND THIGH A hands-behind-the-head pose in which the competitor flexes abdominals and one leg. ARNOLD CLASSIC One of two esteemed bodybuilding events, held in Columbus, OH, each March. BIKINI The least muscular female division; emphasizes beauty. BODYBUILDING Where the big boys compete. Contests are judged on size, shape, […]
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Fitness Star Paige Hathaway on Her Training Regimen, Go-to Diet, and the Weirdest Fan Interaction of All Time
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Fitness star Paige Hathaway didn’t take a traditional route to fitness stardom, but she pretty much paved the road to the top when it comes to making a living as a fitness influencer . With an Instagram following of 4 million (and counting) and more than 5.5 million likes […]
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Friday, July 6, 2018
The Core Exercise WWE and NXT Superstars Swear By
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There’s no shortage of impressive physiques in the WWE. Bulging biceps, ginormous thighs and, of course, ripped six-packs are frequently on display inside the squared circle. To get abs like that, WWE and NXT superstars must bang out thousands of Crunches each week, right? Not exactly. "Are we doing […]
Monday, July 2, 2018
5 Things Sport Coaches Need to Know About Strength Training
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During my time as a high school strength and conditioning coach, I found that the best outcomes for our athletes occurred when the sport coach and I were on the same page with respect to the role strength training should play for both the athlete and the program. Some […]
Wednesday, June 27, 2018
Hoping for Big Training Gains This Summer? Take Your Sleep Seriously
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Summer is here. For many young athletes, that means the abolishment of a consistent bedtime. With school suddenly a non-factor in their routine, many teens fall into the habit of simply falling asleep whenever it strikes them. Some nights, it could be 2 a.m. Other nights, it could be […]
Monday, June 25, 2018
Why Athletes of All Ages Should Utilize Dead Bugs
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What exactly is a Dead Bug? Despite the funny name, Dead Bugs should be regarded as a very important exercise for any athlete, regardless of training age or athletic ability. Dead Bugs are an essential exercise that build core stability and kinesthetic awareness of the pelvis and trunk. That’s […]
Friday, June 22, 2018
This Company Created the First Nutrition Bar Formulated Specifically for Youth Athletes
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Youth sports are more hectic than ever. Simply getting kids to the never-ending parade of practices, games and tournaments on time can be a big challenge for parents. And getting them properly fueled for those activities? That’s another headache unto itself. But HEROFUEL is looking to change that. The […]
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
These 6 Common Exercises Could be the Source of Your Shoulder Pain
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As a trainer, I believe in a client’s autonomy. I rarely will tell them to totally avoid an exercise, nor will I emphasize that they "must" perform a certain movement. I’ll often ask them for a favorite exercise before prescribing a strength program. However, there are some exercises that […]
Thursday, June 14, 2018
The 9 Highest-Paid Athletes in Professional Sports
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Professional athletes make a lot of money—even rookies and journeymen. But when you start talking about the most well-compensated athletes in each sport, you’re dealing with the type of money most of us wouldn’t see in 10 lifetimes. These are the nine best-paid athletes in pro sports. *This article […]
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
11 NFL Players With Insane Vertical Jumps
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Jumping. It’s a simple action, yet one which can reveal a lot about an athlete’s power and explosiveness. There’s not a person on earth who doesn’t wish they could jump higher. But for the following NFL players, their reality is the average joe’s dream. These are the 11 most […]
10 Reminders Stressed Out Sports Parents Need to Hear
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Are you a sports parent? Do you find yourself continually getting stressed about youth sports and your child’s involvement in them? You are not alone. Stress has become common among sports parents, but that doesn’t make it any more helpful for the families involved. Sometimes, melting away that stress […]
7 Ridiculous Broscience Workout Myths You Should Stop Believing Immediately
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You’re going about your business in the gym. Then a jacked dude saunters over and decides to share some of his glorious wisdom. And because he’s jacked, you believe what he says. In actuality, he was spewing some good ole’ fashioned broscience—anecdotal information that sounds credible but is not […]
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
The 9 Longest Home Runs in Modern Baseball History
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Moon shot. Long ball. Big fly. Bomb. No matter what you call it, a monstrous home run is one of the most majestic sights in sports. While technological limitations prevented us from knowing the distance of many home runs throughout history, Statcast now allows us to gather a plethora […]
7 NFL Stars Recall the Horror of Their First Pro Training Camp
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Every football player knows the horror of training camp. The schedule includes long practices in the brutal heat, endless meetings, conditioning drills, head-spinning playbook installation and multiple two-a-day sessions. No matter what level you play at, camp is an absolute grind. But a rookie’s first camp in the NFL? […]
Monday, June 11, 2018
How One Mom Fought Autoimmune Disorders and Lost 150 Pounds
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Erica Lugo was sitting on the couch in late 2014, eating yet another sugary snack , when her toddler, Connor, asked her to come play with him. Lugo, who at age 27 weighed 322 pounds, found it tiring just to move around—so she told her son she couldn’t. And […]
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Friday, June 8, 2018
Kids Play Fewer 'Pick-Up Games,' and it's Hurting Youth Sports
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Pick-up games. They used to be a staple in the lives of American children. Get a group of kids together, grab a ball, and go play. It was a sanctuary of sport where meddling parents or coaches had no say. But as organized youth sports have become more time-intensive, […]
Thursday, June 7, 2018
10 Things You Need to Know to Burn More Body Fat
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Consider this article your quick guide to fat burning and getting lean. Whether you’re looking to get in better shape for your sport or simply want to get your summer "beach body" on point, burning body fat more efficiently will help you reach your goal faster. With that in […]
Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Hack Your Biology and Increase Your Vertical Jump With the Depth Drop to Box Jump
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The best way to improve your vertical jump is by doing plyometric training. This type of training includes ballistic hops, skips and jumps that enhance the stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) in your tendons, and in particular, your golgi tendon organ (GTO). The GTO is a proprioceptive sensory receptor organ that […]
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Julius Randle's Diet Tips, Jet Lag Cure, and Total-Body Workout
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This past summer, Los Angeles Lakers power forward Julius Randle went from slightly pudgy to totally ripped. With the help of his trainer, Amoila Cesar, C.P.T., Randle used grueling, medicine-ball-laden workouts and a smarter nutrition plan to drop 17 pounds, slash his body-fat percentage by 9 points, and chisel […]
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Why the Traditional Procedure for a Torn Meniscus Can Lead to a Lifetime of Pain (And The Smarter Approach Pro Athletes Favor)
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Your meniscus are important. Two pads of cartilage wedged between your shin and thigh bones, the meniscus work to absorb shock, distribute load and provide stabilization in and around the knee. Yet meniscal tears are dubbed "extremely common knee injuries" by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the […]
Monday, June 4, 2018
Some Breast Cancer Patients Can Safely Skip Chemo, New Study Finds
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In the U.S., about one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer at some point in her lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society . As you know, the go-to method of treatment is often chemotherapy—the use of strong drugs to target and kill cancer cells. It’s a […]
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Thursday, May 31, 2018
8 Ways to Intensify Your Orgasms
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All orgasms are awesome. But one of the best things about orgasms is that you can keep making them stronger and stronger. That’s right: Just as you can train your musculature and your cardiovascular ability for better performance in the gym, you can also train your body to produce […]
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Simple Situational Infield Drills for Youth Baseball Players
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Coaching baseball for young athletes can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but only if you know what you are doing. If you are unprepared, both the players and coaches will have a long, depressing season. One of the best ways to help you prepare your team is to get […]
Friday, May 25, 2018
The Core Workout for Maximum Results in Minimum Time
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Duration Exercises Equipment Having a six pack is the fitness equivalent of “making it.” Muscular powerful and racehorse endurance are great, but no physique-focused lifter is completely satisfied with their body composition unless they have chiseled abs. There’s a problem with that approach, though—and it has everything to do […]
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The Lower-Body Workout for Maximum Results in Minimum Time
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Duration Exercises Equipment Seated Leg Extensions I already like you. You know why? You’re not searching for a chest-only workout or looking for a quick fix to get huge arms or chiseled abs. You want to do what most people aren’t willing to—you want a functional workout to build […]
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Thursday, May 24, 2018
3 Ways Youth Basketball Players Waste Their Offseason
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Summer is such a great time of the year, especially for youth athletes and coaches who work with them. This is the time of year when so much improvement can be made—not just to physical attributes, but also academic growth and mindset maturation, as well. I especially enjoy the […]
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
I Raced Up a Ski Jump, and It Was Everything I Didn't Expect It to Be
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As a general rule, I don’t like to run. Sure, I do it to supplement the rest of my workout routine, but I wouldn’t call myself a runner. That being said, when I was presented with the opportunity to run a 400-meter race up a ski jump, I just […]
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Why Crunches Are Ruining Your Ability to Sprint Faster
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If you’ve been paying attention, you know that Crunches are no longer a favorite exercise of elite athletes and the people who train them. Unless you’re a competitive bodybuilder or just want six-pack abs and don’t care about your spine health or sports performance, then go ahead and continue […]
Monday, May 21, 2018
Deion Sanders' Secrets to Staying Fitter Than Ever at 50
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In the game of life, the marquee matchup might be Father Time vs. Prime Time. Aging has an unbeaten record and a merciless reputation, but it has never lined up opposite Deion Sanders, the original NFL shutdown and showtime cornerback, who made a Hall of Fame career by containing […]
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Friday, May 18, 2018
Are KIND Bars Actually Healthy?
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KIND bars. The name itself exudes healthiness. The product line has seen explosive growth in recent years, as Americans have become increasingly concerned with finding superior options to traditional snacks. But just how healthy are KIND bars, truly? Let’s dive into their nutrition and find out if you’re really […]
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Yankees Star Aaron Judge Is Already a Home Run-hitting Goliath. Here's How He Trains to Get Even Better.
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With just one big-league season under his belt, New York Yankees star Aaron Judge has already established himself as one of the most powerful hitters in the game . The towering outfielder smashed an American League-leading 52 home runs in 2017, finishing second in MVP voting while leading the […]
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Watch: Daniel Bryan Humiliates Big Cass on 'SmackDown Live'
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Over the past few weeks, the towering Cass has harassed Bryan at any given opportunity, attacking him during an episode of SmackDown weeks ago and eliminating him from The Greatest Royal Rumble. When Cass returned to mock Bryan during the beginning of SmackDown Live this week, Bryan decided he’d […]
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The One Nutrition Mistake You Must Avoid During Summer Tournament Season
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Tournament season is upon us. This summer, youth athletes across the country will spend their weekends playing multiple games a day. Whether it’s travel baseball, AAU basketball or any other sport, the grind of the summer tournament season can put serious wear on youth athletes. To ensure they stay […]
You Think You Have a Concussion. What Next?
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To be clear this article is by no means a way to diagnosis and treat a head injury, nor is it an attempt at providing medical advice of any kind. This is entirely meant as an informative article aimed for parents, athletes or coaches who have never dealt with […]
Thursday, May 10, 2018
Build a Better Body With These 7 Swiss Ball Exercises
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Swiss Balls are a tremendous training tool. When used correctly, these simple spheres can help build a stronger, leaner and more resilient body. Their design allows for a number of powerful movements that simply aren’t possible with other pieces of gym equipment. With that in mind, here are seven […]
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
How to Build Baseball Agility That Actually Transfers to the Field
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Almost everywhere you look, coaches are creating strength and conditioning programs to improve strength, body composition, muscle hypertrophy, power and conditioning. Yet, very little attention is paid to an athlete’s agility. This is somewhat understandable, as crossover benefits from those other physical qualities can also manifest as slight improvements […]
LeBron's Secret to Being Better Than Ever in Season 15? Superhuman Core Strength
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With his recent play, 33-year-old LeBron James has ascended to yet another level of basketball greatness. He may soon find himself in a stratosphere without company—some would argue he’s already there. It wasn’t so long ago that the cruel march of time finally looked to be catching up with […]
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
How Prebiotics and Probiotics Keep Your Gut Healthy
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Fleur Schinning Photography – www.fleurschinning.com / Getty Don’t freak out, but right now there are trillions of tiny bugs crawling all over and inside your body. But these aren’t the creepy crawlies that keep you up at night or give you a fright when spotted in a dusty corner. […]
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A More Effective Way to Take Creatine
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Creatine monohydrate has long been used by athletes for greater muscle gain and energy during workouts. Not many question its effectiveness, as there is plenty of research backing creatine as a training supplement. However, one thing many athletes overlook is when to take creatine for maximum gains. A study […]
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
The 7 Most Powerful Kettlebell Core Exercises
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Kettlebells are an excellent training tool. Thanks to their versatility, kettlebells can be used to train a huge number of different muscle groups—including those in and around the core. The core is extremely important to athletic performance, as it acts to stabilize the body and transfer energy through the […]
Monday, April 30, 2018
10 Great Ways to Increase Your Pitching Velocity in the Weight Room
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In the world of pitching, velocity has become how most pitchers are initially judged. Unfortunately, there is no single thing I could tell you to do to increase velocity, as every pitcher is structurally different. What may work for one athlete may not work for another. There’s no one […]
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Tweak Your Strength Training to Become a More Reactive, Explosive Athlete
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Athletes who are interested in becoming more reactive and dynamic in sport need to make sure that their training programs reflect these traits. This means paying close attention to the demands of the sport(s) you compete in, while making sure your training is helping to prepare you for those […]
Friday, April 20, 2018
Former USC RB Ronald Jones Is Determined to Prove He Can Be the NFL's Next Do-It-All Back
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They told Ronald Jones he was too small. They told him he was too weak. They told him he couldn’t pound it between the tackles like a true workhorse running back. The doubts leveled against Jones as a high school recruit still whisper in his ear as he hurtles […]
CBD Is No Longer Banned From Athletic Competition. Here's What That Means for You.
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Athletes are increasingly turning to cannabis—particularly the non-psychoactive cannabinoid CBD—for everything from pain relief to anxiety reduction. Research is finding evidence of CBD’s therapeutic benefits. And while the federal government remains slow to change its views, other regulatory bodies are starting to recognize CBD’s potential to benefit recovery. In […]
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Thursday, April 19, 2018
Top Strength Coaches Used to Love These Exercises—Now They Know Better
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As a trainer, progression is everything. Just as exercises have progressions, it’s your responsibility to continually evolve your education, methods, beliefs and mindset to throughout your career. One thing I’ve noticed about the best coaches in the industry is that they are forever refining their coaching toolbox—adding tools that […]
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
WWE ‘Raw’ Anoints a New Champion In the Aftermath of the ‘Superstar Shake-up’
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We may be two weeks removed from WrestleMania , but WWE is making sure the surprises just keep coming. As promised last week , the latest episode of Raw focused on the Superstar Shake-up , an annual event in which superstars switch brands between Raw and its sibling show […]
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Thursday, April 12, 2018
Ohio State's Sam Hubbard Went From Lanky Lacrosse Star to Terrifying Defensive End Prospect
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Sam Hubbard’s recruitment to Ohio State began at a dodgeball game. In 2012, Urban Meyer stopped by Archbishop Moeller High School (Cincinnati, Ohio) to catch up with the coaching staff. He wasn’t there to meet any particular prospect, but Moeller has a long tradition as a pipeline of D1 […]
The Steel Mace: Why Every Athlete Should Know This Unique Piece of Equipment
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My earliest memories of athletic training revolve around conventional equipment. You know, the barbells, dumbbells and weight plates that make up most of today’s weight rooms. I embraced this and became a modestly good powerlifter over time. It wasn’t until I retired from powerlifting and football that I began […]
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Everything Fit Women Need to Know About the Keto Diet
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Bacon and Eggs Carlo A / Getty The ketogenic diet is on fire right now, in case you haven’t heard, and it’s because of people’s reliable weight loss while on it. As a Google search term, “ keto ” is now double the popularity of “Paleo,” which has leveled […]
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Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Don Saladino on Training Celebrities, Running a Gym, and Getting Cover-Ready in 30 Days
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It’s 10 o’clock on a Wednesday in December at Drive495 in SoHo, New York. Hours ago the early-morning rush filled up the spacious training floor; now it’s quiet, populated with David Harbour , best known as the bulky cop from the hit Netflix show Stranger Things , and a […]
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Pinch: Finally, a Better Fiber Supplement for the Masses
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Fiber. It’s a critical component of a healthy diet, yet the average American eats far too little of it. According to the National Institutes of Health , teens and adults should eat between 20 and 38 grams of fiber each day, and men need more fiber than women. But […]
Monday, April 9, 2018
How Chris Bumstead Could Become the First Classic Physique Superstar
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Chris Bumstead feels like an anomaly: Both a throwback to bodybuilding’s past and a portent of a more promising future for the sport. Bumstead came out of nowhere—well, Canada—to win the classic physique division of the esteemed Pittsburgh Pro contest on May 6, 2017. He then took that momentum […]
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9 Unique Ways You Can Use a Foam Roller to Become a Better Athlete
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A foam roller has an extremely boring job. It usually lays somewhere in the corner of a fitness facility or weight room, waiting for you to pick it up, roll your muscles, and then put it right back. Maybe you even have this piece of equipment laying somewhere around […]
Friday, April 6, 2018
Meet the Ironman of the 2018 Draft: Michigan's Mason Cole Carries His 104 Consecutive Start Streak Into the NFL
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Mason Cole has one of the most unique streaks in all of football. At East Lake High School (Tarpon Springs, Florida), Cole seized a starting spot as a freshman. He then proceeded to start 53 consecutive games for the team, never missing a single start. When he matriculated to […]
Thursday, April 5, 2018
'You's'll Strip Me of Nothin': McGregor Ignites Mayhem at UFC 223 Media Day
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(FYI: The post below includes some foul language.) At a press conference on Wednesday ahead of UFC 223, UFC president Dana White clarified a topic he’s largely evaded ever since he set the match between Khabib Nurmagodenov and Tony Ferguson , who was replaced by Max Holloway on Sunday […]
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T-Spine Mobility: Why You Need It, How to Test it and How to Improve It
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As our society has become increasingly inactive, our thoracic mobility has suffered as a result. Many of us sit at desks all day, be it in front of a computer or laptop or inside a classroom. We hunch over to use our smartphones and do the same while we […]
This Ninja Warrior-Inspired Gym Is the Ultimate Cross-training Paradise
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To warm up for my workout at DojoBoom , a 37,000-square-foot gym that recently opened just outside of Los Angeles, I didn’t jog around the block or jump rope. Instead, I hopped onto one of the three slacklines suspended above a foam pit. Then I realized: tightrope walking is […]
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Monday, April 2, 2018
Busting 3 Myths About Training Baseball Players
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There always seems to be rhetoric that strongly pushes one idea while totally denouncing another. This usually comes in the form of "always do this" or "never do that." With training, and more specifically training a special population like baseball players, there are far too many variables to speak […]
Friday, March 30, 2018
Meet Vita Vea: The Freakish 347-Pound Defensive Tackle Ready to Ruin Your Game Plan
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Imagine a football player. Got it? Now, imagine him bigger. Like 6-foot-4, 347 pounds big. Now imagine he can Bench Press 225 pounds for over 40 consecutive reps. Not impossible to picture, right? That’s a mountain of a man with silverback-like strength, but those guys exist. You’ve at least […]
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Downhill Mountain Biker Rachel Atherton on Success, Training, and Comebacks
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Rachel Atherton isn’t what you’d expect of the greatest—female or male—downhill mountain biker of all time. She comes off as gracious, humble, and even a bit soft-spoken. Yet she’s also powered down more inconceivably steep mountains and cinched the gold medal more times than anyone else in history. Atherton […]
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Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Former Mizzou Linebacker Eric 'Zeus' Beisel Has Dedicated His Life to the Pursuit of a Championship
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The sun is setting over the practice field at Rockwood Summit High School, but one player remains. Dripping sweat, he squats across from a one-man blocking sled. Without warning, he violently collides with his imaginary opponent, driving it downfield. When it’s all said and done, he may push the […]
Adventure-Racing Champion Vanessa Gebhardt Talks Intense Training, Her Nutrition Strategy, and Pushing Her Limits
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Courtesy of Freeletics Vanessa Gebhardt was an intern at Freeletics in 2013 when she developed a passion for bootcamp-style workouts . Five years later, she utilizes many of the same training methods to stay in top shape for her latest passion: obstacle course and ultra-endurance racing . Play Video […]
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This Chickpea-Based Snack Tastes Good Enough to Replace Your Junk Food Addiction (No, Seriously)
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Healthy snacks. In America—where many associate snack food with chips, crackers, cookies and sweets—the term can sound like an oxymoron. But as people have grown increasingly health-conscious in recent years, the healthy snack industry has exploded. It’s currently outpacing the entire food and beverage market in sales growth, and […]
Friday, March 23, 2018
Why Men Should Boost Their Cardio With Spin Classes
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Looking for a way to refresh your cardio routine? It might be time to hop in the saddle. Cycling indoors with a HIIT program can be a much-needed change from the endless plodding of most cardio machines. It will get your heart rate up, burn calories, and, because it’s […]
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Wednesday, March 21, 2018
Use These 6 Simple Tests to Find Your Perfect Squat
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We can all agree that the Squat is a foundational movement. It can be used to develop strength, power and muscle mass. Being able to Squat without pain can also help keep you healthy over the long haul. However, many people struggle to find a Squat they can perform […]
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
'Shameless' Actor Steve Howey's Best-Kept Secrets for Staying Fit at 40
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Steve Howey plans his training sessions like an addict. “I don’t work out for 40 minutes,” says Howey, who plays teddy bear bar owner Kevin Ball on Shameless , currently in its eighth season on Showtime. “Forty minutes is my warmup. I need two or three hours to get […]
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Friday, March 16, 2018
Why Every Athlete Needs In-Season Strength Training (and How to Do It Right)
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You’ve just spent the last four to six months training hard and pushing your body to new limits. You have gotten bigger, stronger and faster with hopes that your new capabilities will help you perform at a higher level in the upcoming season. So then why do so many […]
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
5 Exercises That Will Increase Your Soccer Shooting Power
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It’s the first day of soccer practice to start the new season. All the new and returning players arrive at the pitch. The coach drops a bundle of new soccer balls down and everyone grabs a ball and heads towards the goal. What’s the first thing each player does? […]
Saturday, March 10, 2018
How Kara Saunders Is Preparing for Victory in the 2018 CrossFit Games
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Every three seconds, Kara Saunders (neé Kara Webb ) checks her watch. We’re running sprints on a grass track near the CrossFit gym she recently opened in Brisbane, and she keeps blowing past the pace her coach set for her. "I need to slow down," she says after we […]
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Friday, March 9, 2018
The 3-Day Abs Workout to Shred and Stabilize Your Core
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Duration Exercises Equipment Man With Six-Pack Abs A study came out years ago showing that certain infomercial devices activated the core better than traditional situps. What did I do? Ignored it, of course—after all, it was infomercial stuff. The problem was, the study appeared in the Journal of the […]
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Thursday, March 8, 2018
2 Lunge Exercises That Will Make You a Better Basketball Player
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All exercises can be divided into two categories: bilateral (where both sides perform equal work) and unilateral (where more pressure is put on one side). Basketball is a unilateral sport. Running, cutting, going for a layup, step-backs, side-steps—all are movements that require single-leg strength and stability. This is the […]
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
The Weight-Loss Workout Plan for Women
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Looking for a workout plan that will kick-start weight loss? We tapped New York City-based CAFS personal trainer Ashley Rosenberg , a group fitness instructor at modelFIT NYC, to develop a four-day weight loss workout plan to help boost your metabolism and build muscle from head to toe. Follow […]
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Friday, March 2, 2018
Are Mandatory Early Morning Workouts Doing Young Athletes More Harm Than Good?
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For as long as there have been sports teams, there have been mandatory early morning workouts. These crack-of-dawn sessions train athletes to push through adversity and increase mental toughness. They also build team camaraderie through shared pain—an ingredient psychiatrists have found to be particularly powerful for building solidarity . […]
Save Yourself From Low Back Pain With These 9 Exercises
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Have you ever had a sore back and wondered what you did to cause it? Maybe it was the way you slept or something you did at the gym. But no matter what caused it, back pain is never pleasant. However, we can avoid these events in the future […]
Friday, February 23, 2018
How to Train Like the World's Strongest Man
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Christopher Bailey From the moment I returned from the 2016 World’s Strongest Man to the moment I set off for the 2017 event, I gave 100%. I didn’t miss one training session, one meal , or one physical therapy or cardio session . I was obsessed. Play Video Play […]
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Tuesday, February 20, 2018
Stop on a Dime: 3 Exercises for Efficient Deceleration
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What is deceleration? Slowing down, cutting or stopping completely: all three actions are examples of deceleration. For being such a crucial skill, many athletes don’t pay much attention to deceleration. How efficiently muscles absorb force is what determines an athlete’s ability to stop or change direction. Efficient deceleration is […]
Monday, February 19, 2018
3 Exercises to Finally Fix Your Tight Hip Flexors for Good
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Tight hip flexors are a common complaint heard from athletes across all sports. Could it be from sitting in a desk for 8-plus hours a day if they are a student? Absolutely. Is it because they have a weak posterior chain? That’s a likely contributor as well. Maybe they […]
Friday, February 16, 2018
New Study Says 'Food Deserts' Not to Blame for America's Junk Food Addiction
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Americans are fatter and more unhealthy than ever before. In October, a report released by the National Center for Health Statistics confirmed that U.S. obesity rates have reached an all-time high, with nearly 40 percent of adults and 19 percent of youth qualifying as obese. For a long time, […]
5 Simple Exercises to Improve Your Soccer Skills
Article originally appeared on FastSixPack.com
Spoiler alert: to be good at soccer, players need to be more than technically and tactically talented. A player can only get away with just ball work for so long, until the bigger and stronger players run them over. This begs the question: What separates elite players from the […]
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Become a Leader on the Soccer Pitch With These 12 Verbal Cues
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Compared to other sports fields, the standard soccer pitch is humongous. It’s bigger than a football field, and it dwarfs the size of a basketball court or hockey rink. When playing on such an expansive surface, communication is absolutely vital. No player can see everything going on around them, […]
5 Reasons Your Push Press Sucks
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The push press allows you to use leg drive, when pressing, to build a powerful upper body . A little lower-body English means you can add more weight on the bar than you could if you were to perform a standard military press. Of course, more weight on the […]
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Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Valentine's Day Partner Workout: The Meal Plan
Article originally appeared on FastSixPack.com
Romantic Dinner wundervisuals / Getty As Valentine’s Day approaches, we always seem to think about doing the same thing for our sweetheart: a rose, a restaurant, maybe a movie. But this clichéd routine is sure to grow old. Instead, why not show a little initiative and creativity by creating […]
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Monday, February 12, 2018
Don't Waste Your Time With These 3 Static Stretches; Do These Instead
Article originally appeared on FastSixPack.com
When it comes to mobility, more is not always better. Flexibility, excessive range of motion and general joint laxity may make you a more limber athlete, but it doesn’t necessarily make you a better—or safer—athlete. I am not one to downplay the importance of mobility work, though. It definitely […]
Sunday, February 11, 2018
Why The Cable Pull-Through is The Missing Link in Your Training Program
Article originally appeared on FastSixPack.com
One thing you’ll hear me talk about to anyone I train is "bulletproofing your backside." This translates well to both athletes and the general population. Why? Athletes need a strong (and healthy) posterior chain to perform their best on the field, and both parties want to have a nice […]
Thursday, February 8, 2018
The Best TRX Core Exercise You've Never Seen
Article originally appeared on FastSixPack.com
Equipment like TRX straps can give athletes some of the largest bang for their buck in the entire gym when it comes to workload efficiency. One of the best features of TRX exercises is that there is always at least a small component of core stabilization required. Whether it’s […]
Blair Redford Gets Physical in New Fox Show 'The Gifted'
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When Blair Redford showed up to shoot the pilot of The Gifted , the wardrobe department outfitted him with a leather vest and tank tops. And since The Gifted shares the same costume designer as the X-Men films, they just so happened to be the same tank tops worn […]
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