Articles
Fascia: A historical Perspective
INTRODUCTION In our centuries-long quest to comprehend the complexities of the human body, we have often adopted a reductionist approach - dissecting systems into their constituent parts to study and understand each element in isolation. While this has led to significant advancements in medical science, it has also imposed limitations, as such a method rarely tells us how those...
Flexing on Hamstring Strength & Health
Expand your hamstring training toolbox Join Coach Andreas Behm, and expand your hamstring training with a twist! Discover the lesser-known sibling of scissor bounds - the Flexed-Leg Scissor Bounds (FLSB) - and rethink your approach to hamstring strength and health. Whether you're warming up or winding down, FLSBs are the versatile exercise you didn't know you needed. Time to flex...
What is weakness, anyway?
In this article, Dr. Ramogida, who has decades of experience working with elite athletes - including roles with British Athletics prior to the 2012 Olympics, The Golden State Warriors and The Seattle Seahawks - shares his groundbreaking perspective on the often-misunderstood concept of "weakness" in athletes. Through a deep dive into the importance of fascial health and its impact on...
Think, Reflect, Excel: The Socratic Method in Coaching
Socratic questioning, a concept inspired by the ancient philosopher Socrates, is all about sparking deeper thought and reflection through probing questions. For coaches, this approach can be a game-changer. It moves beyond traditional instruction, inviting athletes to think critically about their actions, motivations, and the intricacies of their sport. John Wooden, the revered UCLA basketball coach, perfectly exemplified this approach....
The ALTIS Assessment Protocol
Assessing speed and movement We are often called in to work with professional teams who bring us in to consult on specific movement or speed-related issues. In the next 2-minutes we share our Assessment Protocol, which is our first port of call for triaging what matters, and what actions to take. Example assessment - Baseball Our assessment process follows four...
Three things I no Longer do in my Coaching…
Dive into the transformative coaching journey of Boo Schexnayder, a mastermind in track and field, as he unveils pivotal changes to his training regimen for horizontal jumpers. With a focus on precision over volume, targeted intensity, and a strategic return to foundational strength training, Schexnayder's approach is reshaping the landscape of athletic development. Discover how these insights can revolutionize your...
Dan Pfaff: The Essential Blueprint for Effective Sports Training
This insightful excerpt is from Coach Dan Pfaff's weekly newsletter, "Between the Lines." Topic for the week In this article, we explore what - in my view - form the hallmarks of sound methodology and effective coaching strategy in a coaching program. This article is intended to offer input for coaches seeking guidance in creating and evaluating programs that not only achieve...
Beyond the Track: A 24-7 Approach to Sporting Excellence
Every pre-season, I have individual sit-downs with the athletes I work with, diving into the essence of commitment to their sport. I make it clear that being an athlete isn't just about those 15-20 hours a week spent training; it's a 24-7 pursuit. It's an all-encompassing, interconnected way of living. "We're aiming for an 8/10 across the board," I tell...
Alternate Methods for Developing Strength, Power & Mobility – Dan Pfaff
During the past decades no biomotor quality has been explored in scientific research studies more so than strength. We have seen entire industries evolve around this concept through the endless search for an easier, faster way to athletic excellence. Machines, nutritional supplements, training programs, exercise routines, etc. have been examined, proposed, and exalted by just about anyone actively involved with...
Women’s Health: Hormones & Performance
Take two high achieving women and get them together for a chat about all things women's health as it relates to hormones, periods and performance. What do you get? 45 minutes of insight filled information that is a must watch or listen for any coach working with female athletes. Recently - two Australians - Olympian and ALTIS Graduate - Ella...