Brandon Spickler, Director of Strength & Conditioning at Upper Arlington High School (OH), shares his methods for easing young athletes into strength training. His summer camps and thoughtful programming help seventh and eighth graders build confidence, integrate with upperclassmen, and embrace the long-term process of growth.
How one coach turned limited resources into a program that embodies resilience, performance, and humility.
Developed by the German Knee Society, STOP-X is a research-backed system designed to reduce knee injuries—particularly ACL tears—by targeting dynamic knee valgus and improving neuromuscular control.
Force plate technology makes a huge impact on how strength coaches track progress, respond to injuries, and coach.
A strength coach, sports dietitian, and firefighting-endurance athlete illustrate the benefits of hydration when the heat rises.
Build strength, resilience, and independence by giving athletes room to self-adjust.
Warm-ups easily become mundane, but making them purposeful improves engagement, performance, and mobility.
Prepare for a smooth summer transition with this end-of-year checklist.
Periodization gives coaches structure, but knowing when to adjust keeps athletes progressing and protected.
Explore the benefits and challenges of incorporating Olympic weightlifting into high school strength programs.
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