Most people are aware of the benefits of performing the deadlift. If you are not deadlifting then you should be in some way shape or form. So what does a good deadlift look like? Search “deadlift” on youtube….once you sift through the 17,900 results, left me know if you still have any idea how to … Read More
Sports Performance
A few thoughts on training young athletes
I am lucky to have the opportunity to train young athletes. I especially enjoy training high school athletes. I have been asked by several trainers/parents and coaches how to introduce strength training to their kids. If you are in the business of training/coaching young athletes here are five things that I suggest you nail down … Read More
Kettlebell Training for Soccer Players
I have trained roughly 20 professional soccer players in my career as a Strength and Conditioning Coach. Within the last 2 years I have incorporated Kettlebell swings into their off-season training. What have I seen? Increased vertical leapStronger core, especially when going shoulder to shoulderNo more hamstring pullsStronger grip (for shirt pulling) 🙂The ability to … Read More
Conditioning for soccer players
Soccer is a passion of mine, I have played since I was 6 years old. I have been very fortunate to train several pro soccer player over the years and have developed a pretty straight forward way to get fit fast. The protocol is designed for a pretty fit high school player all the way … Read More