Written by I have this very special file on my computer that is titled “Master Programs” and inside are all the important tidbits of information that have helped define SAPT’s training approach and the template variations we have created. Looking through it is like taking a trip through time, as I remember where I was and who [...]
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Understanding Competing Demands, Part Deux: A Sample Workout
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On Wednesday, I touched on competing demands and how these will affect the quantity, and quality, of the training stressors appropriately applied to athletes and general fitness enthusiasts alike. I used myself as an example of making a major mistake in attempting to obliterate a great athlete while not understanding everything he was facing outside [...]
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I’ll never forget my first major lesson in programming for athletes. I had been writing training plans for the athletes and general fitness clientele at SAPT for a couple months at this point, when Chris told me to write the next wave for one of our baseball guys. Now, this particular high school senior definitely [...]
READ MORE »Q&A: Strength training vs. conditioning
During the season, I have 2 days scheduled in the weight room. For the time in the wrestling room, should I not have them do any sandbag work? Should it all be “conditioning”? What’s the difference between strength training and conditioning?? I’ll start by answering the last question and then work my way backwards – [...]
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For the record, I love Fall. It’s hands-down my favorite season. Crisp and refreshing weather (but not too cold), pumpkin spiced ales are a-brewing (or pumpkin spiced lattes, depending on who you are), Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and some may even argue that football season makes things more enjoyable. Fall is also a [...]
READ MORE »CrossFit: Friend or Foe?
Due to the number of questions I’ve received – both in person and via email – regarding my thoughts on CrossFit, I thought it’d be best to briefly touch on this in a blog post. CrossFit has been rapidly growing in popularity among athletes and general fitness enthusiasts alike, and there’s no doubt the training [...]
READ MORE »26 Things I’ve Learned: Training Edition
Here are 26 things I’ve learned and/or mused over throughout the past year. Why 26? Well, it’s one more than 25. By no means is this a conclusive list, but grab a cup of coffee, take a break from work, and enjoy: 1. Probably my most favorite exercise to program – and then subsequently watch [...]
READ MORE »HICT: A “Secret” and Powerful Method of Aerobic Training
Watch the video below to discover a very powerful, yet unconventional, method of developing the aerobic system: (Note: If video is not your thing, I wrote down the bullet points from the video down below.) This method is referred to as High Intensity Continuous Training, or HICT. Great for military folks, wrestlers, fighters, endurance athletes, [...]
READ MORE »PUPP: The Most Simple (Yet Difficult) Exercise You’re Not Doing
Want a surefire yet simple method of making your current workout more challenging, while simultaneously improving your core stability and shoulder endurance? Instead of walking around (or checking your cell phone) during your rest period, get into the top of a pushup position, and hold it right there while keeping your body stiff as a [...]
READ MORE »College signees and spring sport accolades…
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Signees and spring sport accolades… College Signees: Joseph Vanderplas (Baseball, Tennessee…okay this was kind-of old news, but whatever) Red Dowdell (Baseball, VMI) Ryan Dickt (Baseball, Randolph-Macon) James Overbeek (Baseball, Randolph-Macon) High-School Accolades: Taylor Heasley (Softball; 1St Team All-Conference; 2nd Team All-State) Kent Blackstone (Baseball; 1st Team All-District) Joseph Vanderplas (Baseball; 1st Team All-District; 2nd Team [...]
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