Why Gymnasts Need Strength Training By Kalle Blizzard ____________________________________ Gymnastics has always been one of those sports that makes you just stand back and think, “Wow!” There is something so fascinating about watching another human being, just like yourself, completely defy gravity. Most people are puzzled at
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In-Season Training for Soccer By Danny Sposato _____________________________________ In-season strength and conditioning work is often overlooked by athletes, coaches, and teams, but it is crucial for maintaining optimal performance throughout the competitive season. Many athletes assume that they can focus solely on their sport-specific skills during the
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COLLEGE LACROSSE OFF-SEASON MORE THAN A WEIGHT ROOM By Bobby O’Mullan _______________________ The off-season is an exciting time of year. It’s full of potential and opportunities for athletes to improve. In this stretch of the year, there’s no pressure to strategize and be fresh for multiple games
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XL Soccer Academy – Fall Update By Danny Sposato As we mentioned in our ‘Testing and Screening’ post, the athletes here at the XL Soccer Academy have a lot on their plate between the academy, school, and club. Therefore, it’s our responsibility to build a training protocol
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