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How To: Develop Explosive Agility, Part 1

Do you want to become more agile? I know, stupid question, who doesn't? First, look at what position you move out of. Sure, good posture is important, as is having the hips loaded and ready to explode, but don't forget to focus on how stable the athleteRead more →

High School Softball – Challenge Yourself

By Will Hitzelberger on September 17, 2013 / Softball Performance Program / Leave a comment

Not afraid to get dirty. Not afraid to work hard. Not afraid to be the best female athlete. 12 WEEKS. 3 TIMES A WEEK. 36 WORKOUTS. CHALLENGE YOURSELF. Our high school, softball specific program emphasizes the key components of power, rotation and explosive movements. We implement individualizedRead more →

High School Baseball – Be Ready

By SPECTRUM Performance on September 9, 2013 / Baseball Performance Training / Leave a comment

There may not be a season in sports that requires more preparation and maintenance. Equip yourself with the proper tools to excel and not break down. Our integration of speed, power and conditioning, combined with advanced nutrition and recovery techniques, will enhance your baseball performance. annualized interestRead more →

Mass Gaining

By SPECTRUM Performance on September 3, 2013 / Gaining Mass / Leave a comment

By: Calum McLellan, CISSN, CSCS, NASM-PESSports Nutritionist and Sports Performance SpecialistSpectrum Sports PerformanceMass Gaining The majority of people who work out are seeking to improve body composition. In other words, they are typically seeking to burn fat while trying to maintain muscle mass in order to achieveRead more →

LACROSSE – DEMANDS BETTER

By SPECTRUM Performance on September 3, 2013 / Lacrosse Performance Training / Leave a comment

The physicality of this sport requires incredible strength and power, while the size of the field and length of game requires superior conditioning levels. lender rightfully expects For the fastest growing sport in the United States for several years running, lacrosse players must possess the skills ofRead more →

BASKETBALL – ISN’T JUST A GAME

By SPECTRUM Performance on August 23, 2013 / Sport-Specific / Leave a comment

What are you doing to beat yesterday? You must be prepared for one of your most demanding seasons with the highest levels of conditioning combined with coordination, maximum strength, and vertical jump. In one word: STAMINA. 9 WEEKS. 3 TIMES A WEEK. 27 WORKOUTS ‘TIL SEASON. ARERead more →

Protein

By SPECTRUM Performance on August 6, 2013 / Nutrition, Protein / Leave a comment

By: Calum McLellan, CISSN, CSCS, NASM-PESSports Nutritionist and Sports Performance SpecialistSpectrum Sports Performance Protein Most people who work out or train for a sport know how important eating enough protein is. Although many know protein is important, many don’t know what kind, how much, and when toRead more →

“How to” Run Faster

By Steve Yahns on July 12, 2013 / How To, Improve Athletic Performance / 1 Comment

Looking to improve straight ahead speed? Take a look at posture. Accelerating is all about energy transfer. The foot strikes the ground with force, and that force is designed to transfer all the way through the body, resulting in long, fast, and powerful strides. Every piece ofRead more →

Fat Loss

By SPECTRUM Performance on July 9, 2013 / Fat Loss, Improve Nutrition / Leave a comment

By: Calum McLellan, CISSN, CSCS, NASM-PESSports Nutritionist and Sports Performance SpecialistSpectrum Sports Performance5 Novel Tips For Fat Loss By now most people know what they should be eating and at what times, but may still need some little tricks to help them get past plateaus. None ofRead more →

“How to” Jump Higher

By Steve Yahns on June 18, 2013 / How To, Improve Athletic Performance / Leave a comment

Looking to improve maximal jump height? Focus first on the position you are actually jumping out of! A poor 'base' position will likely lead to energy leakage and weak jump attempts. Also, extend those hips! Your hips store power and we use that power by extending them.Read more →