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Factors Determining Agility: Speed

June 1, 2017

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Acceleration is the rate of change in velocity, so this phase of sprinting is critical for changing directions as rapidly and efficiently as possible. Optimal technique for linear sprinting in the acceleration phase involves four factors that maximize stride length and frequency.

Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique speed agility strength and conditioning

Stability and Weightlifting: Training Stability—Part 3

July 1, 2016

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This article is the third installment of a four-part series on stabilization in weight training. It covers how to train trunk stability and how to decrease the dominance of the extension/compression stabilizing strategy (ECSS) that is often perpetuated during training.

Coaches Exercise Technique Program design weight training stabilization ECSS Extension Compression Stabilizing Strategy

One-Arm Dumbbell Snatch

June 1, 2017

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This article describes proper technique for the one-arm dumbbell snatch, which is a total body power exercise.

Coaches Exercise Technique dumbbell snatch strength training

Muscle Activation in Hip Thrust Variations

March 4, 2019

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This infographic looks at the percentages of optimal muscle activation in variations of the hip thrust.

Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Hip Thrust Muscle Activation Hip Flexion Hip Extension infographics

Include Closed-Chain and Open-Chained Core Exercises

December 26, 2020

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This excerpt from Developing the Core briefly defines closed- and open-chain exercises and their respective roles in training.

Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Program design Closed-chain Exercise Open-chain Exercise Trunk Core Musculature

Push Jerk

October 15, 2018

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This excerpt from Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition goes over the technique and execution in each phase of the push jerk.

Coaches Exercise Technique Push Jerk Weightlifting Olympic Weightlifting Power Development

The Undervalued Lunge

Learning to lunge correctly can strengthen the lower body musculature, improve core stability and balance, enhance hip flexibility, and increase functionality. There are a plethora of modifications and progressions to consider.

Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design Lunge Core Stability Lunge Progression Lower Body Exercise

Squat Loading Position Considerations Based on Clients’ Needs

June 28, 2024

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This article will analyze and compare squats with different loading positions to draw out practical applications for the personal trainer.

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Sprinting Mechanics and Technique

December 10, 2018

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This book excerpt is an overview of the fundamentals to sprinting mechanics and technique. It also covers starting, acceleration, drive phase, recovery phase, and deceleration.

Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Sprinting Sprinting Mechanics Sprinting Performance Acceleration

High Knee Drills

June 1, 2017

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High knee drills help develop coordinated front-side mechanics and are often used as part of a warm-up. This article details several high knee drills that you can use with your athletes.

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