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The Agility Ladder: Misconceptions and the Truth

Athletics14 Jun 2017

One of the most widely used – and misunderstood – athletic training tools is the agility ladder. For years, we have seen athletes of every sport attack the ladder every day in a vain attempt to get faster and more agile. Problem is, that’s not really what the ladder does.

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The Squat: Range of Motion Before Weight

Other22 May 2017

One of the biggest issues we see on a regular basis is athletes sacrificing depth and form during the back squat in favor of loading up the bar with heavy weight.

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Power vs Starfish – The Clean Catch

Other09 May 2017

Avoid the Starfish Catch – one of the most common faults we see with athletes performing the clean. Reinforce a good power position, allowing for depth at greater loads.

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Winning the Mental Game: Control vs. Concern

Athletics03 May 2017

The wrong mindset can derail any game, team, or season. A great coach recognizes the importance of the mental side of competition.

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Speed & Agility – Built in the Gym.

Athletics05 Apr 2017

Want your athletes to be fast and agile? Spend less time on the field doing cone drills, and more time in the gym building power and control!

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How to Get Recruited: 6 Tips from a College Coach

Athletics29 Mar 2017

Do you have dreams of playing at the next level? Give yourself the best shot possible – heed this advice from a former college athlete and current coach on how to get recruited!

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“The Arm Doesn’t Bend Until The Hip Extends”

Other20 Mar 2017

One of the most common faults we see with athletes performing any variation of the clean movement is an early break of the elbows.

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Training Multi-Sport Athletes: Part II

Athletics16 Feb 2017

Build better athletes with a holistic approach to athletic development: Power, Mobility, Stability, and Motor & Mind.

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The Power of Unload Weeks

Athletics14 Feb 2017

One of the least used and understood aspects of athletic development, the Unload week can be a powerful tool for any program.

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Teaching & Scaling the Pull Up

Other02 Feb 2017

Use movement variations and scaling options to develop a progression that helps inexperienced athletes get their first pull up!

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Deceleration Drills for Athletes

Athletics31 Jan 2017

One of the most overlooked aspects of athletic development is the ability to stop and change direction. Try this deceleration progression with your athletes.

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Training the Multi-Sport Athlete: Part I

Athletics26 Jan 2017

Here at PLT4M, we answer these considerations by employing a holistic approach to athletic development. We believe in training the multi-sport athlete year-round as opposed to utilizing sport specific programs.

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