Utilizing Medicine Ball Throws for Rotational Power Development
September 29, 2024
By Andrew Rafferty Rotation is a part of all sports and needs to be trained just like all other athletic qualities. However, it often gets
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Utilizing Medicine Ball Throws for Rotational Power Development
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By Andrew Rafferty Rotation is a part of all sports and needs to be trained just like all other athletic qualities. However, it often gets
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In the dynamic environment of a weight room, competition serves as a powerful catalyst for enhancing athlete and student performance and results. The infusion of competition in weight training not only enhances physical abilities, but also cultivates resilience and determination among athletes/students, setting the stage for long-term success both inside and outside the gym.
Making Training Fun Again
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Murray Athletic Performance 9 Week Outline
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2024 NHSSCA National Coach of the Year Matt Cates
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Matt Cates has been a high school strength coach for 18 years and currently serves as the NHSSCA Indiana State Director, as well as the
2024 Hall of Fame Inductee: Scott Sahli
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Scott Sahli’s Career Highlights Scott Sahli was first hired as the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator for all sports at Northfield High School in Minnesota, where
2024 Hall of Fame Inductee: Doug Bull
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Comprehensive Nutrition Strategies, Not Just Products
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The National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) exists to Educate, Equip, and Empower Coaches to make a lasting impact on the lives of student-athletes. We are committed to developing coaches that are trustworthy, knowledgeable, effective, passionate, and transformational
