Every year around this time of the year, there is an incredible energy and enthusiasm for a brand New Year. And I share in your same excitement. I believe it’s because of the opportunity to start fresh. To start new. And to dream big dreams and cast out a wonderful vision. And to set strategy […]
I love all the Rocky movies. They inspire me. They make me want to work-out in the snow and cold. They make me want to climb huge mountains and scale massive obstacles. Since 1976 when I first saw Rocky in the movies at the age of 5 with my father and brother, I don’t think […]
Have you ever stopped to think about what got YOU to where you are today? Whether you “like” where you’re at or not, you are a collection of your choices, experiences, happenings, and events. And you’re a product of the people/teachers/coaches/bosses/mentors who have influenced you in your lifetime. If you “like” where you are at […]
It’s the holidays and what a wonderful time of the year it is!!! Or is it? People get stressed… They get off their routines… They often feel like they have to overextend and “outdo” themselves… Their workouts go to the pits… or they just don’t do them… Nutrition goes to hell… cookies, desserts, and alcohol […]
–Nicole Morell (SportsForce) Your academic strength is just as important as your athletic strength. Take the time to read a few tips to ensure your academic skills stand out as much as your athletic skills: Find the time that works best for you Figure out the time that your brain is most awake. We all […]
Today, high school student athletes need to have a solid game plan for athletics and academics if they want to take their game to the next level. College recruiters are looking for skill both on and off the field. Fortunately, being successful in your athletic endeavors can help your performance in the classroom. Athletics Improve […]
Most young athletes in California play sports year-round. There really isn’t an “off season” when the weather is 70 degrees and sunny all the time. While playing and competing can develop skills for specific sports, general physical preparation may be neglected. General physical preparation, (GPP) is the process of developing all of the attributes associated […]
The anxiety that often accompanies a chronic illness can significantly interfere with the healing process and adherence to the treatment plan. But regular exercise can significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety, a new University of Georgia study shows. Research found that exercise sessions greater than 30 minutes were better at reducing anxiety than sessions of less […]
Here’s the link to Part I which highlighted two critical questions to ask yourself as a student-athlete: 1. What type of college experience am I looking for? 2. What are your key college decision factors? In Part II you will steps to realistically evaluate yourself as a student-athlete. Attention student-athletes: Have you ever asked yourself: […]
Fitness Quest 10 personal trainer Doug Balzarini performing eight bodyweight training exercises designed to target every major muscle group in the body. To increase resistance Balzarini added a stability ball, resistance tubes and a weighted medicine ball, which are fairly inexpensive purchases at a sporting goods store. The video includes pointers on correct form and […]
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