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Understanding Multi-Directional Speed

Understanding multi-directional speed starts with letting go of all your preconceived notions. Forget that you can break down every little aspect of movement which is based on sensory feedback and immediate reaction to that feedback. Forget that you can pre-program exactly how you want an athlete to move using a training tool. Forget that you

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how to evaluate sprinting

How to Evaluate Sprinting

When coaches evaluate sprinting mechanics, what should they look for? Here is a simple template to use when working with multi-directional sport athletes during sprinting. When working with sprinters in track, because this is the track athletes’ skill, be more particular. They don’t decelerate or change direction. They need to maximize linear speed only. Tips

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Incorporating balance into youth coaching

Incorporating Balance Into Youth Coaching

Incorporating balance into youth coaching is one of those “Oh yeah, I should throw some balance activities in some time” components to athletic development. Honestly, it should be the main staple of a youth training program. Train for Balance Incorporating balance into youth coaching falls under many areas like, coordination, stability, body awareness, proprioceptive awareness,

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