The Evolution of the Lifting Platform

The traditional above-ground weightlifting platform is slowly becoming a thing of the past. As more high schools, colleges, and professional strength and conditioning facilities renovate or build new spaces, many are moving away from the classic elevated platforms in favor of inlaid platforms. These platforms, which are level with the surrounding flooring, offer a more […]
Resistance Applications for Plyometrics

Improving power for athletic performance is an ongoing focus in training programs, where a variety of methods and tools are employed—from traditional strength training to more innovative devices designed to introduce resistance into an athlete’s movement patterns. Plyometrics have become a valuable addition to strength training, contributing a “speed-strength” element that complements traditional weightlifting practices. […]
Variable Resistance Training In Advanced High School Athletics

Strength training is an essential part of developing high school athletes. One effective method that has caught the attention of coaches is the use of variable resistance training. This approach involves the addition of bands to create added resistance, and research has shown that it can lead to significant improvements in overall strength. In this […]
Adapt, Evolve, Thrive: 4 Key Performance Trends for Coaches and Trainers in 2024

The world of training and fitness is always evolving. Advancements in technology, expert knowledge, and cultural shifts all play a role in how things change year to year. As trusted guides for exercisers of all levels, it’s important for strength coaches and trainers to understand the latest performance trends and tailor their programs to meet […]
What’s So Great About Resistance Cord Training? Possibility.

Interview with Nick Reese Resistance bands have been around for a while—over 100 years, in fact. Known for their light weight, affordability, and simple functionality, they’re a staple in most gyms, fitness centers, and physical therapy offices. And yet, it’s not a stretch to say that the full potential of resistance cord training hasn’t been […]
A Checklist for Designing Strength and Conditioning Programs

By Joe Eisenmann, PhD In my role here at Perform-X, I get a chance to ‘coach the coaches’ and also learn from them. These coaches range from volunteer high school coaches with little educational background in strength and conditioning to well-educated and certified strength and conditioning coaches at the high school, collegiate and professional levels […]
5 things to remember for summer workouts

By Joe Eisenmann, PhD This blog serves as a follow-up to a recent tweet, and allows for the opportunity to expand a bit on each key tenet or basic principle of strength and conditioning. Summer offers a two-month window to focus on training and conditioning for many high school coaches & athletes. Of course, […]
Do you have an athlete development roadmap?

By Joe Eisenmann, PhD The school year is about to end and you decide to go on a summer road trip – you service the car making sure it is in tip-top shape, pack some snacks, book the hotels for a good night rest, search the best tourist sites along the way, and plan […]
3 Essential Movements for Young Athlete Development

By Dan Hutchison, MS, ATC, CSCS Human movement patterns are established the minute we begin to ambulate. Crawling, sitting, standing, walking, etc., all require practice and a little incentive instruction. Mostly, these patterns are learned through the process of trial and error, as well as acquiring the strength to perform these movements as we progress […]