The familiar adage “use it or lose it” holds 100% true regarding the principles of athletic training. When training stops, significant decreases in muscle mass, cardiovascular endurance, and VO2max levels are well-documented (1,2,3). A measurable loss of muscular and cardiovascular fitness will be observed in most athletes after a period of inactivity of just 14
The terms “explosive strength and speed” are used a lot these days when referring to athletic training. Explosive strength and speed are specific kinds of power that are only developed with short bursts of effort and cannot be executed at a lower speed because the weight of the activity is too heavy. To be successful,
Damage to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is becoming one of the most dominant sports-related injuries in young athletes today. The all too common ACL tear is most prevalent for athletes playing impact sports or sports that require the feet to be planted with quick changes of direction. Such sports include soccer, football, skiing, and
