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Best of Strength and Conditioning in August, 2012

Best of Strength and Conditioning in August, 2012: Meta-Analysis of Training Olympic Weightlifters This month of research led me to […]

I felt that the initial “30 Commandments of Vertical Jump Training” was a fun way to put together a lot

The kettlebell swing is a fantastic movement for the hips and hamstrings…. if done correctly. Improved speed, power, and vertical

The focus of this month’s research is on a deep muscle attached to the front of the spine that most

Adapt or die. It is true in business, culture, and for the purpose of this article, training the human body.

If you are into vertical jump training, the Kettlebell swing is a must-know, must-do tool in your athletic arsenal. Unfortunately,

The Olympics is around the corner, so I would like to provide you with a preview highlighting some of the

You know you have seen it, or maybe are guilty of it yourself: Loading up a barbell with hundreds of

Unless you have learned to maximize the eccentric component of your training, you are likely selling yourself short in your

Summertime for many track and field athletes means sitting by the beach, getting a summer job, and playing Xbox in

By Josh Hurlebaus Fresh off of the men’s 100m dash preview, let’s go and take a look at the women’s

By Josh Hurlebaus If you’re like me, you spent the past week glued to your TV watching the US Olympic