In the most basic terms, Hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of a muscle. This increase in size is due to multiple factors, the most important of which are an increase in the size/number of the contractile elements…
More Fun with Sleds Some sports (and professions) require athletes to switch quickly between strength-based and endurance-based tasks. One way to address this demand in training is to blur the lines between strength and conditioning. This can be accomplished…
Athletes face a minefield of potential mistakes when it comes to choosing a training program. The following are several common errors made by motivated, ambitious athletes in regards to programming. These are “macro level” errors; in other words, these pitfalls…
Paused Reps are exactly what they sound like: pick a lift, pick a position, and decide how long to pause. The addition of a brief pause is a simple and potent way to modify the stimulus created by an exercise…
The sled is a versatile and powerful tool. Sled training can be used to develop conditioning, speed, strength, and may even be used as a means of active recovery. This article will primarily focus on the sled as a conditioning…
By Marilyn Chychota Conditioning is a measure of how well an athlete is able to meet the energy production of their sport. Conditioning is much more than just about “Cardio.” Every sport requires a different combination of power…
Zach Ziegler Could you speak a little about your background and how you became involved in strength and conditioning? I got my B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from ASU in exercise physiology and dietetics. I teach at Grand Canyon University, but…