Reading Time: 6 minutes(Disclaimer: Consult a doctor before starting any new fitness initiative.) Last time, we talked about the importance of transferable athletic training and why speed ladders are a waste of time. Here are three exercises that’ll deliver results, no matter what sport you play. They can be incorporated into any training program.
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Reading Time: 3 minutesSpeed ladders are overrated for speed and quickness development. The problem with speed ladders is you get good at a narrow set of movement. There is a conditioning benefit and it will provide an initial boost to your foot speed and agility when you first start, so there is some value, but there are more
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Reading Time: 2 minutesCholesterol has received a bum rap. It does NOT cause Heart Disease or heart attacks. The body makes cholesterol, much more than you eat in a day, on its own. Dr. Uffe Ravnskov, MD, PhD (author of the book “Cholesterol Myths”) and a host of other eminent researchers state that there is no evidence to
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteOn the heels of my last post, some more information on calories, macronutrients and health myths: Documentary: Fat Head Video: http://www.hulu.com/watch/196879/fat-head Great Documentary. You can find more information on the film here: http://www.fathead-movie.com/ Need help with a problem or goal? Click here to learn more.
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteOne controversial idea making the rounds in parenting circles is the postponement of Kindergarten or First Grade for young children. Coined “Redshirting”, parents delay a child’s entry into the academic world in order to maximize his/her chances of success for their children. Authorities ranging from scientists to best-selling authors reason that older children sport a
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Reading Time: 2 minutesPreface: I’m a sports fan who watches the NBA, NFL, and (occasionally) NCAA competition. In general, I think most professional athletes are entitled and exhibit off-the-field conduct that leaves much to be desired but this post is directed at their fans. I’ve heard sports fans utter a lot of nonsense over the years. Uninformed sports
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Reading Time: 3 minutesClick here for Part 1 “Athletes are so greedy. I’d play the game for free.” This statement reeks of envy. A little bit of myopia as well. Professional athletes do a lot more than just play sports. They give interviews, attend public relations events, and have to be present for countless other non-athletic activities. They
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Reading Time: 2 minutesThe sports world is abuzz with the news that ‘melo is coming to the Knicks. Many fans are excited and believe the Knicks are now contenders in the east. I never wanted this trade to happen. Carmelo is a great fit for the Dantoni system, but if NY ever wants to get out of the
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Reading Time: 3 minutesPart One of “Mating Calls of the Irrational Sports Fan: Lebron Edition” can be found here: http://justtaptheglass.com/post/lebronpart1 Let’s continue……… “Lebron took the coward’s way out.” No, he did not.
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Reading Time: 3 minutesNote: I wrote this article in the summer of 2010, immediately after Lebron James decided to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers. Preface: I’m a sports fan who watches the NBA, NFL, and (occasionally) NCAA competition. In general, I think most professional athletes are entitled and exhibit off-the-field conduct that leaves much to be desired but this
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