Falling Starts
No matter what sport an athlete plays, I almost always have them work on falling starts to develop their acceleration. This focuses on the very first part of your sprint
Exercise Database
Use Landmine Press To Build Vertical Push Power
The landmine press is a great dynamic, and power-building upper body strength exercise. I like to program this for my athletes as a variation of vertical press, especially for football
Use The Elevated Reverse Lunge For Single Leg Strength
Unilateral strength drills such as an elevated reverse lunge are essential for athletes to train regularly. Why? Keep reading to learn why I have my athletes perform this drill for
Resisted Broad Jumps For Lower Body Power
Resisted broad jumps are one of my favorite ways to begin elevating your broad jump, increase agility, and improve vertical jump. Here's why and how you should try: WHY DO RESISTED
Every Athlete Needs Sprinter Sit Ups
Sprinter sit ups are one of my most used core drills with athletes, and for good reason. Not only do they increase the strength and stability of the core, but
Do Banded Pull Aparts For Shoulder Health
Banded pull aparts are one of the best corrective exercises an athlete can use to strengthen their shoulders, improve mobility, and prevent upper body injury. The ACL joint in particular
Increase Acceleration With The Wall Sprint Drill
Whenever I'm working on speed training with my athletes, we'll include the wall sprint. This is especially great for young athletes who are still working on form before power. Keep
Half Kneeling Achilles Stretch for Ankle Mobility
This half kneeling achilles stretch is one of my favorite drills for ankle mobility. Your feet are the first contact you make to the floor so it's important to have
Standing Russian Twists For a Strong Core
Standing russian twists are one of my favorite full body, core-focused exercises that work on both stability and strength. They're great for developing rotational ability through the torso, which is