Coaching Techniques

Paralysis by analysis

Avoid falling into the trap of paralysis by analysis. Every movement, every workout must have a clear purpose. Approach programming like a sniper—one shot, one kill. Precision is key because wasted...

What is strength?

Strength, in its most fundamental sense, is defined as the ability to exert force to overcome resistance. In the gym, this is quantified as force, measured in Newtons, which is the product of mass (m)...

Efficiency is everything

Every athlete is unique—different strengths, different mechanics, different attributes. But at their core, they are all the same. They are human. They are athletes. And there are fundamental qualities...

Leadership

THE MISSION, The Men, and me. 

I once read a book called The Mission, the Men, and Me. It resonated deeply, not because I have it all figured out—far from it. I’m not the sharpest tool in the shed, nor am I perfect, and I don’t...

Complacency Kills

Maybe not immediately but over time. Let us never get to comfortable, comfortability is the slow killer and makes us weak. The small bargain with yourself where you feel “I can skip that” or “ive done...

The Power of Why

As Marines, many assume we simply follow orders without question, functioning as unthinking robots. While there is truth to our strict adherence to discipline Marines — and service members as a whole...

Biomechanics

Rethinking Ladder Drills: Coordination Tools, Not Speed Solutions

Ladder drills are a staple in many athletic development programs, often marketed as tools to improve speed and agility. But as a performance coach and once a young athlete eager to get faster, I’ve...

Isometrics: The Missing Link Between Eccentric and Concentric Strength

As a performance coach, I view isometric training as the essential bridge between eccentric and concentric muscle actions—an often overlooked phase that unlocks tissue resilience, neurological...

Force Production vs. Force Absorption: The Yin and Yang of Athletic Performance

In the world of athletic development and even general fitness, force production and force absorption are two sides of the same coin. Both are essential qualities that influence how we move, perform...

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