Returning from Injury
Returning to training after injury is quite different to returning from illness or layoff from training. The period of returning from injury in many sports…
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Strength as a skill, and using it to perform better
All of us are stronger than we think. Our muscles are capable of producing more force than we can voluntarily control. The difference in what…
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It’s not always about speed, It’s about not slowing down!
Time and time again we hear athletes training to be faster. They use intense efforts to push on the top pace they can reach. They…
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Last minute training
Cramming for a competition is extremely common. In many cases, races creep up on people and the training they planned to do never quite gets…
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Weight Management for High Energy Athletes
Weight management is a concern which the majority of athletes will experience at some stage of their career. It is particularly tricky to manage for…
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How to taper for competition
Tapering for a race can ensure your potential is shown on the day it matters. It allows all your preparation to come to a head…
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Why do you need a rest week?
Imagine a three week training plan during which you see some of the best progress you’ve made in years. There’s momentum in your progress and…
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Planning the perfect training camp
Spring is the time for the warm weather camp. The season is drawing closer and training volume is increasing. The weather is the only thing…
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How to turn your commute into effective training
For many athletes, time is valuable and scarce. We all know that for professional athletes to achieve their extraordinary levels of performance they must train…
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6 Tips for getting back into swimming
This article is not for the complete swimming beginner. If you are a beginner start off with a good foundation and get some swim lessons.…
