This week I’m going to throw you for a loop and tell you that plyometric training means absolutely NOTHING for a lot of high school athletes.  Why? Let me first give a very simple description of plyometric activity: It’s basically defined as movement that enables a muscle to reach... Read more

I have been an endurance athlete for most of my life — a swimmer for over 20 years, and approaching 10 years as a triathlete. In the past 20 years, I’ve also taught and coached thousands of athletes of all levels and ages. From both sides of the water,... Read more

Why do coaches yell at refs? I don’t think I’ve ever seen one change a call. A.B., Galt   Why did the chicken cross the road? Why do fools fall in love? Add to that list of eternal questions the one you posed: Why do coaches yell at refs?... Read more

I have been doing quite a bit of off-site team training lately and spending a lot of time teaching the basic skills of linear/lateral acceleration techniques and concepts. This is where I always start with new athletes as many have never been taught how to properly prepare and execute... Read more

As the high school sports season gets back into full-swing, I see an influx of young athletes who suffer injuries to their knees. Unfortunately, many of these athletes will have suffered anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears and require surgery. Many athletes wonder, “Why did this happen to me?”  ... Read more