For a hitter, training for strength and power to hit the ball farther is the name of the game. The combination of intentionally focused work on the field and in the cage, intelligent training in the weight room, and recovering properly will benefit the hitter by enhancing their performance. Selecting the correct weight room exercises…
The prowler is one of the more unique implements you can use in the gym. It can be used for conditioning, strength, power, and speed. This is an excellent implement for athletes and general folks looking to get in better shape, get stronger, and become more explosive. In this article, I will be going over…
One of my favorite exercises to work on core strength, grip, and posture, the farmer’s walk is a must for almost all lifters. Farmer’s walks are a unique option that challenges us to stay in control and keep our muscles rigid as we walk. This is a great option to use as a finisher at…
The Turkish get-up is one of the most unique, full-body movements that all athletes can benefit from. Its unique movement sequence challenges the whole body to work as a unit. The focus here is on stabilization, flexibility, mobility, and kinesthetic awareness. In this article, I will be going over how to do the Turkish get-up,…
Having a strong upper body is essential for golfers. A strong upper body will help you hit farther and be resilient to injury. It is even more important that golfers train their upper bodies intelligently. You need to consider your shoulders, elbows, and wrists in every movement that you perform. Upper body training is not…
Power in golf comes from the ability to separate the hips and shoulders, rotate, and generate club speed. Gaining strength in the lower body will help the hips load and explode through the golf ball. Having a strong lower body will also help consistently maintain that clubhead speed, walk those longer tournaments, and be resistant…
Having a strong and powerful upper body is essential for tennis players. Having a powerful upper body will help you hit harder serves and cross-court shots harder and put pressure on the opponent. Intelligent upper-body training will also help tennis players be resilient to injury. You need to consider your shoulders, elbows, and wrists in…
Tennis is a sport that requires a tremendous amount of strength and power. Tennis players should train the lower half to be able to sprint, change directions, react to a shot, stop their momentum on a dime, transfer that energy, rotate through the hips, and compete to win the point. To gain strength in the…
It is essential for golfers to train their cores with respect to their sport. Golfers must consider their sport for sport-specific rotational movement, time of year, history of injury, and training readiness. Golfers need flexible and strong cores in all planes of motion, resisting trunk extension, stabilizing the trunk, and rotating powerfully. All of these…
A strong core is essential for success in tennis. Being able to rotate powerfully helps put away points and being able to resist rotation helps keep your body healthy through the long grueling matches. Tennis players must consider this sport-specific rotational movement, competition schedule, history of injury, and training readiness when selecting core exercises. Tennis…