Athlete

Beginners looking to jump rope need to be patient, because it takes time to build your skills. If you tend to trip on the rope, don’t become frustrated, just relax and try it again. What is the best boxing workout? A boxing workout can increase endurance, strength, and speed. Our forum members have put together […]

It seems that customers are always asking “how can I shoot better” or “how can I tighten my groups”. Sometimes it can be linked back to equipment that is improperly setup, but more times than not the cause is bad form. I have compiled a list of some basic form checks that could help you […]

Summer is an important time for players to practice and improve. To sharpen your skills on your own, you can use the Field Hockey Skills Test (explained below) to measure your fundamentals and shooting accuracy while under pressure. A great way to measure your improvement is to run through the test before attending an all skills […]

Not recovering effectively can impact your performance and also puts you at a higher risk for injury and muscle strains. Whether the holidays have you taking stock, planning ahead, or submerged in social events and family time, there’s one thing swimmers tend to have in common; our holidays are punctuated with intense training. For swimmers […]

While protein often takes the limelight in terms of building muscle, carbohydrates have a crucial role to play as they provide energy for training and aid recovery. 

The boxer’s tactics are aimed at making sure they outpunch and therefore outscore their opponent. Once boxers have established a good stance, nimble footwork and a few basic punches they should start thinking about developing tactics to outsmart their future opponents. Counter attacking boxing tactics There are four main punches used in boxing: the jab, […]

You have to master each progression before moving on to the next one. Progressions also lead to muscle memory. Muscle memory is good. Fear is a tricky subject all trackers, free runners, gymnasts or any athlete has to face. My name is Raven McCarthy from The Colony, Texas. I do Freerunning, coaching, music and run a parkour […]

For young players it’s a good idea to use language that they can relate to. Explain to your team that a good defense is like a swarm of bees around a hive. As you get to know your team, choose drills that will address your team’s weaknesses (flag pulling, taking the right angle of pursuit, […]

They will be there when you achieve your highest of highs, and also be there to see you at your most struggliest. From your first DQ, to completing your first 400 IM, to winning state, to winning gold on the international stage. In the midst of all of this, here are just 7 of the […]

Boxers can overlook weight training, as it is associated with gaining muscle, which can increase body weight and reduce flexibility. However, this isn’t really the case, as proven by Olympic lifters. It’s more that too much muscle or not enough flexibility training could cause an issue. It is also a fantastic way to improve speed, […]