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The Benefits of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)

by Maximize Potential June 25, 2020

Since hitting the fitness scene HIIT or high-intensity interval training has continued to evolve and grow in popularity. Listed as number 3 on the ...

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Functional Training

by Maximize Potential June 17, 2020

Walking from point a to point b. Pushing a shopping cart. Picking up a baby. Every day you perform utilitarian tasks that require body movement. Fu...

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There are many ways to develop strong gluteal muscles, but working with a skilled and knowledgeable trainer is the best way to ensure that your technique and exercise approach will produce the desired results. Weak gluteal muscles create inefficient and ineffective athletes.

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Four Mistakes that Hurt Recovery

by Jonathan Holz September 06, 2019

There are a couple of signs that demonstrate you aren't recovering efficiently after workouts. One sign is excessive soreness. It’s normal to be sore after a new leg routine or a high volume of interval exercise.

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Optimal Training Load

by Jonathan Holz August 30, 2019

Many athletes, fitness enthusiasts, recreational weight lifters, and unfortunately some trainers believe that the training load necessary for people to reach their goals is similar despite training age, ability, or desires.

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The 5 Best Single-Leg Exercises for Softball and Baseball Pitchers

by Jonathan Holz August 26, 2019

Loading, pushing, extending, landing, and bracing all take place on a single leg. This requires balance, strength and the ability to absorb force on one leg. It is clear that from an injury reduction and performance enhancement standpoint, softball and baseball players need single-leg training.

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The Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) Scale

by Jonathan Holz August 13, 2019

When it comes to developing strength training programs for athletes, I’ve found that the RPE scale is one of the best. It allows an athlete to regulate themselves while still being able to see improvements in strength and power compared to the traditional percentage-based program.

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Game Day Nutrition for Young Athletes

by Jonathan Holz May 30, 2019

Proper nutrition can be the deciding factor between making it to the championship game or being eliminated early.

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The Old Saying “You Can’t Teach Speed” is Dead. PERIOD.

by Jonathan Holz May 22, 2019

We’re not in the 1950s anymore, science is more advanced, training strategies are more purposeful, and most of all, research shows that this statement couldn’t be further from the truth.

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The 3 Best Exercises to Prevent ACL Injuries in Athletes.

by Jonathan Holz May 01, 2019

It is estimated that over 350,000 ACL injuries occur each year in youth sports. With athletes starting at a younger age, competition seasons getting longer and more intense, the number is projected to be higher in the coming years. It is important for young athletes to participate in structured strength training programs to learn proper body control and drastically reduce the likelihood of these injuries.

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