Frozen Fury: Unleashing the Power of Michigan State Hockey
In the world of sports, few spectacles match the fast-paced intensity and exhilaration of ice hockey that requires unparalleled athleticism, strength, speed, and power. At the heart of ice hockey lies the artistry of skating that entails players gliding powerfully yet effortlessly across the ice. And in doing so deliver bone-crushing body checks and explosive […]
April 16, 2024
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NFL Combine Training: Insight from Ryan Capretta
It’s that time of year again – “combine season”. The annual NFL Scouting Combine and Pro Days. The road to the pros, where prospects display their physical qualities and skills to the 32 NFL organizations in the hopes of achieving their childhood dream. The lead-up to the NFL combine begins in early January with many […]
February 29, 2024
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Year-Round College Football Training with the 1080 Sprint: An Interview with Director of Speed Development John Shaw
About John Shaw: John is currently the Director of Speed Development for the University of Washington football team. Previously, he held this same position at the University of Arizona and University of Missouri. Prior to joining the college football ranks, Shaw spent 12 years coaching and mentoring high school athletes in Alabama and Mississippi Q: […]
February 28, 2024
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Tennis – more than precision strokes and strategic finesse: Insights on speed development from Tennis Australia
Tennis is a symphony of skill, strategy, and sheer athleticism. Play consists of repetitive short (5-10 seconds) of high-intensity sprints where each play strikes the ball 2-3 times per rally and changes direction 3-5 times in the course of a point. Tracking data from the 2022 U.S. Open showed Fernanda Contreras Gomez recorded 1,478 feet […]
January 25, 2024
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