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Implications for Training in Youth: Is Specialization Benefiting Kids?
May 24, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD
Early sports specialization has been a controversial topic in the field of sports medicine, training, and conditioning. Recent studies report increased sports-related injuries in single-sport specialized athletes compared with multisport specialized athletes.
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The 10 Pillars for Successful Long-Term Athletic Development
May 24, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD
Learn about the 10 pillars of successful long-term athletic development, summarizing the key recommendations detailed within the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s (NSCA) Position Statement on Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD).
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Effect of Varying Self-myofascial Release Duration on Subsequent Athletic Performance
May 20, 2019by Yann Le Meur
Self-myofascial release (SMR) treatments can enhance joint range-of-motion and restore movement function. This infographic summarizes the results of a study that looked at the effects of different durations of SMR on athletic performance.
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Maximizing Hypertrophic Training Effects: 5x10 or 10x10
December 17, 2018by Yann Le Meur
This infographic summarizes a study on the set and rep ranges for compound resistance exercises in a split routine to maximize hypertrophic effects from training. A 5x10 and a 10x10 routine were assessed to determine their influence on several factors.
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Vertical vs. Horizontal-Oriented Drop Jump Training: Chronic Effects on Explosive Performance of Elite Handball Players
August 5, 2019by Adam Virgile, CSCS
This infographic highlights the effects on performance measures from separate vertical or horizontal jump training programs in elite handball players.
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Considerations for Velocity-Based Training – The Instruction to Move “as Fast as Possible” is Less Effective than a Target Velocity
January 13, 2020by Adam Virgile, CSCS
This infographic summarizes a study that analyzed performance based on target velocity or coaching cue.
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Factors Related to Average Concentric Velocity of Four Barbell Exercises at Various Loads
April 10, 2020by Adam Virgile, CSCS
This article explains how training age, training frequency, limb length, height, and relative strength relate to concentric barbell velocities at varying loads.
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Complex and Contrast Training: Does Strength and Power Training Sequence Affect Performance-Based Adaptations in Team Sports?
May 22, 2020by Adam Virgile, CSCS
This infographic reviews the current research of both complex and contrast training methods and their effect on performance measures.
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September 19, 2019by Matt Zanis, DPT
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Bridge: The Inverted Row, with Kourtney Thomas
May 4, 2018by Kourtney Thomas, CSCS
Kourtney Thomas discusses the inverted row and how to implement it within a training program for clients with different ability levels
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