From Mat to Octagon
Athletes who engage in one-on-one combat have similar conditioning needs, regardless of their sport. That's what this strength coach found when he trained a former college wrestler to compete in mixed martial arts.
Athletes who engage in one-on-one combat have similar conditioning needs, regardless of their sport. That's what this strength coach found when he trained a former college wrestler to compete in mixed martial arts.
Leaders in the effort to attract more minorities to athletic training discuss ways they're helping shape the future of the profession.
To support an athlete who has struggled with an eating disorder, you might wear many hats: counselor, nutrition advisor, motivational speaker, friend. These roles are vital both during primary treatment and in the after-care phase.
Targeted exercises in the weightroom and the gym can correct movement deficiencies and ensure that your athletes move with optimal balance, coordination, and efficiency.
The latest research into non-contact ACL injuries has greatly improved our understanding of why they occur--and more importantly, how they can be prevented.