One of the most effective, low to no-impact pieces of fitness equipment you can have in your gym is a push pull sled, or fitness sled (or any number of other names they have been called, some not so nice!). You don't need a lot of space, because you can just do short pushes and pulls, and they can slide on most surfaces, with some minor adjustments or additions to the bottom of the sled. If you've ever used one, you will most likely love and hate them at the same time, but realize how good they are for you. If you are tight on a budget, and kinda handy, you could save yourself a few hundred dollars and...
By Coach Jeremy Hoy, MS, CSCS, SCCC, PES, TPI1, RPR1 Over the course of my coaching career, I have written many articles about goal setting for sports success. I feel that it is one of the most important action items towards success in any field, just not sports. It is important to know that when you set your goals, write out your steps, and act on them, you will be further ahead than most, and moving in the right direction. Unfortunately, as you attain your goals, not everyone in your circle of friends will want to celebrate with you. Dr. John C. Maxwell, in his book “Your Roadmap For Success,” says that there are two types of...
By Coach Jeremy Hoy, MS, CSCS, SCCC, PES, TPI1, RPR1 In my years as a strength and conditioning professional I have had the opportunity to coach a lot of young athletes, from varying ability levels and many different sports. I have been involved with organizations responsible for long term youth athlete development: some of which did an excellent job with their task and others who have failed miserably. At the same time, I have been fortunate enough to work with Olympic, Professional, and high level high school, college, and amateur athletes from many different sports, who all benefitted from coaches and parents who helped foster development and a passion for sports and growth along the way. (9 Coaching Guidelines)...
By Coach Jeremy Hoy, MS, CSCS, SCCC, PES, TPI1, RPR1 Parents, athletes, and coaches have known for years that getting plenty of sleep is one of the most important factors in optimal recovery in sports. One of the least expensive fitness and performance factors that can have a huge impact on results is giving yourself high quality sleep. Getting better sleep is a requirement for you to perform better in not only sports and fitness, but also your work and life activities. However, it still seems that most people are deprived of quality sleep, and as a result, often not achieving full recovery from activities, work, games, practices and/or workouts. I want to provide you with proven habits and...
Learn the 3 main limiting factors holding you back from achieving your fitness and performance goals. While there may seem like many, these 3 have been rated the highest physical obstacles. You will also need to get the right mindset and make the commitment to following through with your workout and nutrition plans.
