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Usain bolt is the fastest man in the world because he has a unique combination of stride length and stride frequency. His length gives him an advantage as he blows by his opponents. When you think about defense the same two principles apply. How frequent you stride and how much Read More
Basketball is a dynamic sport played at high speeds that require the ability to accelerate and decelerate, land, cut and jump effectively. With these conditions comes the risk for injury if our athletes are not prepared. It is no surprise that high school athletes account for approximately 2 million injuries Read More
Guest post by: Jon Sanderson MS, CSCS, SCCC, USAW1, FMS, TP Head Strength and Conditioning Coach University of Michigan Men’s Basketball Always seek the counsel of a qualified sports medicine professional. If your athlete is cleared to participate in basketball practice/games this info below could be helpful. The Read More
Have a professional screen your athletes and improve imbalances. Asymmetries or lack of symmetry from opposing sides of the body or muscle groups is a precursor to injury. Specifically look for tight ankles through Dorsi-Flexion and Valgus Knees. A Valgus knee is when the knees track inward (knocked knees). 2. Read More
Educate your athletes on the importance of training In-Season; they have to “buy in.” Program low volume rep schemes. High volume training can possibly lead to excessive soreness. Utilize moderate to moderately heavy intensities (weight/load). Lighter intensities will not lead to the same motor unit recruitment as moderate to moderately Read More
Below are 3 really effective agility drills that emphasize Defensive movements. When doing these drills emphasize with your athetes to stay low in defensive stance and to explode from cone to cone. I would recommend doing these drills prior to any traditional conditioning drills (i.e. lane drills, 17’s, conditioning ladders Read More