Category: Featured Articles
Asheville Christian Academy Strength Coach Nick Ficker Perseveres Through Hurricane Helene
Get an inside look into Hurricane Helene from Strength Coach Nick Ficker. Hear what he’s done to get the school and community back on their feet.
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Approaches To Fostering Motivation, Accountability, and Consistency
Instill student-athlete consistency, accountability, and work ethic with this step-based approach to motivation.
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Recommendations From Allison Maurer – Strength Coach And Dietitian
Explore how Allison Maurer, an industry-leading dietitian and strength coach, brings collegiate-level sports nutrition and training to high school athletes at Knoxville Catholic High.
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Marvin Welch Supporting Dickinson Through Knowledge And Passion
Marvin Welch applies his knowledge and passion for sports performance to promote athlete success at Dickinson ISD.
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Shifting Training From Fall To Winter Sports
Preparing athletes for winter sports requires a strategic shift. Use this guide to transition athletes seamlessly from fall sports into winter training.
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Building Tomorrow’s Leaders At University School
For over 28 years, Coach Carlo Alvarez has been transforming athletes into elite leaders through strength and conditioning.
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Developing Power in High School Athletes
Master the fundamentals of power development to elevate your athletes’ performance.
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Transforming Athletics At Colfax-Mingo High School
Explore Erin Hume’s journey as the Athletic Director at Colfax-Mingo High School, nurturing an environment that promotes student-athlete development.
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Balancing Development and Performance for Multisport Athletes
Explore effective strategies for training multisport athletes, focusing on how to balance their development and performance year-round.
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Developing Mental Toughness For High-Stakes Scenarios
As fall sports move into the post-season, athletes must prepare for the mounting pressure of championship games. Here are some strategies for helping athletes develop mental toughness, enabling them to thrive when the stakes are highest.
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Mid-Season Recovery for Football Players
The Mid-Season can present new challenges for athletes with fatigue, soreness, and mental stress setting in. Try these recovery methods to keep your football players performing at their best.
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Reducing The Risk Of Early-Season Injuries
Balancing workload, flexibility, recovery, and athlete-specific factors to ensure a healthy start to the season.
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Matt Holt On Translating Strength Training To Sport
UWM-Athletics Director of Strength and Conditioning, Matt Holt, talks about being transparent with his athletes about how strength training translates to their sport.
Gary Schofield’s Guide For Developing Passion
Gary Schofield, Athletic Director and Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at Strong Rock Christian School, shares his insights for living a life of excellence.
How To Hydrate High Schoolers With The Right Stuff
Learn how Dietician and Strength and Conditioning Coach, Allison Maurer, determines how much hydration her athletes need.
Why Hire A Dedicated High School Strength Coach?
Amanda Berg explains why high schools must hire a dedicated strength and conditioning coach to oversee athletic performance operations. Berg is Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Dassel-Cokato High School (MN). She is also a member of the executive council of the National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) and a co-host of the Big Time Strength podcast.
Unlocking Determination From Competition
Listen to Logan Jackson’s story about a young wrestler who, after experiencing an eye-opening defeat, discovered his own motivation for weightlifting.
Methods And Benefits To Targeting Explosive Power
Join Coach Marvin Welch as he breaks down his philosophy behind explosive training sessions, why his clean sets never exceed five reps, and how his “4 second rule” keeps athletes engaged and focused.
