Blog Articles
Periodization Training
There are many theories on training athletes. I have adapted what I have research to our sport which is quite unique in that we are neither aerobic or anaerobic but both so we have to train double. Let me preface anything ele with this. You should workout al least...
How Fast Should I Condition
The quality of your conditioning is really important. Make sure you are breathing deeply as you condition and completely each portion of each exercise. I would connect the exercise to my breathing and relax between each rep as you exhale your breath this way you will...
Difference Between Single and Double Fulls
The old way of thinking. Just do a full and keep spinning. This is not physiologically correct. From the time we learn a found off we are taught to get our feet together at the top of the round off. This way we can snap our body down with feet under us for a back...
Structure For Optimal Practice Results
Structure is good for coaches and athletes and for a productive workout. All good practices start with a plan for what you want to achieve. Too many times we coach by the beat of our pants just letting whatever happens happen. The first step to a good practice is to...
The Power Control System
Creating Power For Stunts, Baskets and Tumbling I. Our posture- Alignment of 4 energy centers A. GPS Center (head, neck and brain) B. Extension Center ( upper torso where you extend, twist and use arms) C. Power Center (inner core- alignment within pelvic region) D....
Ice Therapy
Ice Therapy by Laurel J. Freeman Ice, anyone? Ice isn't just for cold drinks. In the past eight to 10 years, many studies have shown the benefits of ice as therapy. Here are the answers to some common ice-related questions. What does ice do? Ice is one of the...
Nutrition
Nutrition Article - The Athlete's Guide to Healthy Eating Written By: Christopher D. Jensen, PhD, MPH, RD, Nutrition and Epidemiology Researcher While sports drinks, bars and gels have a proven role in improving athletic performance, their intended use just before,...
Should I Do Cardio Before Weight Lifting – Does Exercise Order Matter?
Does Exercise Order Matter? Does the order of exercise make a different in my results? By Elizabeth Quinn What should you do first, cardiovascular endurance exercises or weight lifting? Or does this even matter? The answer really depends upon what you are trying to...
Private Lessons – Yes or No
Private lessons are an extra opportunity for those who can afford them. I feel like a mental block child needs to do private lessons. I also feel the athletes who learn best one on one should take privates. You can recognize these athletes because in a group they...
Warning Sign of Mental Blocking
Please be very aware of your athletes mental state. If you begin to sense confusion, fatigue or they start to block, pull away and let them relax. Pushing will only cause more problems.
Tumbling Uphill
This is a way to improve both standing and running tumbling. We have spoiled our athletes by having them tumble downhill or into a pit. This encourages pulling off the ground and no set. You can do this drill two different ways. Either you can have the athletes land...
How Long to Stretch & When
Stretching is an extremely important aspect of fitness for many reasons. To stretch correctly you must stretch only 5 to 10 seconds before practice and save your long stretching till the end of each practice. Your long stretches need to be 45+ seconds to actually...