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The High School Strength and Conditioning Coach

By SPECTRUM Performance on October 12, 2015 / High School Athletics / Leave a comment

By: Danny Olszowy, CSCSThe Master's Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach Sports Performance SpecialistSPECTRUM, Inc The field of Strength and Conditioning has grown lucratively over the past ten years and plays a major role in athletics. As a young kid and into my teenage years I never knewRead more →

Young Kids Working Out

By Will Hitzelberger on January 27, 2014 / Strength Training / 6 Comments

Young Kids Working Out: "I Don't Want My Child Lifting Weights!" By: Will HitzelbergerI Don't Want My Child Lifting Weights! Let's set the scenario as usual: Dad calls in (not mom because dad is a very experienced and knowledgeable high school hero). “I would like to bringRead more →

Off-Season For Pro Athletes

By Will Hitzelberger on January 3, 2014 / Pro Athletes / Leave a comment

Why Should Pro Athletes Seek Performance Coaches in Their Off-Season By: Will HitzelbergerSeek the best of the best. I really struggle with the concept of not working on getting better during your off-season. Especially as a pro athlete. I get it, you need to take some timeRead more →

4 Reasons You’re A Practice Swimmer

By SPECTRUM Performance on October 18, 2013 / Sport-Specific / 3 Comments

By: Eric McGinnis, CSCSRollins College Strength & Conditioning Coach and Sports Performance SpecialistSpectrum Sports Performance4 Reasons You're A Practice Swimmer This blog discusses reasons why some swimmers are really good in training and sub par in competition. People involved in the sport of swimming know that thisRead 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 →

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 →

2013 College Signings

By SPECTRUM Performance on January 9, 2013 / Collegiate Athletics / Leave a comment

The List Keeps Growing Kyndle Cobb - Coker College (Soccer) Darbi Filliben - Mississippi State University (Soccer) Ben Bentley - Rhodes College (Football) Caroline Jordan - Florida Gulf Coast (Volleyball) James McLean - Birmingham-Southern College (Basketball) Rocco English - Emory University (Tennis) Josh Holoman - Carson-Newman (Football)Read more →

Lacrosse Specific Training, Series 2

By Steve Yahns on December 4, 2012 / Lacrosse Performance Training / 91 Comments

By: Steve Yahns, MS, CSCS, NASM-PESAssistant Director of Performance, Lead Methodology EducatorSpectrum Sports PerformanceLacrosse Specific Training, Series 1 Power: With most sports, the ability to quickly produce high levels of power is essential to become a successful player. Lacrosse is no exception. Power is needed to run,Read more →