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HOW TO TRAIN THE CORE: SPECIFIC TO SPORTS MOVEMENTS
TRAVIS BROWN, MS, CSCS,*D
This article provides insights into the different movements that each sport requires and includes various ways to train these movements. Incorporating multiplanar and multidirectional movements that utilize the three major force lines and vary between unilateral and bilateral stances can help athletes develop a balanced and strong core. This article shows several useful exercises that can be integrated into any athlete’s strength and conditioning program to help them perform at their highest level.
LOW BACK SPARING TORSO TRAINING
TAI TRAN, MS, CSCS,*D, AND JEREMY SHEPPARD, PHD, CSCS,*D
Low back sparing exercises are an important tool for personal trainers and coaches to be able to incorporate into their programs—not just for those who suffer from low back pain, but also to stabilize the torso of any athlete or client. This article shows how to implement training exercises into a program that will not strain the low back or spine.
LIMITATIONS OF GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS ON THE TRAINING AND TESTING EFFECTS OF CYCLING
By using both global positioning system (GPS) technology and related analysis software in tandem, a cyclist can greatly improve their training by tracking their relative VO2, respiratory expiration ratio, heart rate, elevation, distance, and speed. This article will provide insight for utilizing this technology to improve training.
CHRISTOPHER MYERS, MS, TSAC-F, USA CYCLING LEVEL 2 COACH, USA SWIMMING LEVEL 2 COACH
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PERSONAL TRAINING FOR PERFORMANCE CORE TRAINING: INCORPORATING CIRCUITS
CHAT WILLIAMS, MS, CSCS,*D, CSPS, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA
A great way to strengthen the core is to use circuits that incorporate multiple modalities, different intensities, and several planes of motion. This article presents three different circuits: the around the world medicine ball circuit, the ab wheel medicine ball circuit, and the multiple exercise circuit. It also provides volume, repetition, and weight progressions.
TRAINING TABLE DO ATHLETES NEED BREAKFAST?
DEBRA WEIN, MS, RD, LDN, NSCA-CPT,*D AND ABBY CALCUTT, MS, MPH, RD
This article delves into several studies that closely examine the physical and mental effects that eating breakfast can have on athletes. Research has shown that those who eat breakfast have increased energy levels as well as increased mental alertness—both of which are paramount for athletic competition. This article also provides healthy breakfast ideas and gives nutritional recommendations for endurance and strength-related sports.
YOUTH ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT CORE TRAINING FOR YOUTH
RICK HOWARD, MED, CSCS,*D, USAW
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