First Beat

APRIL 24, 2024

Firstbeat Sports will attend this year’s NBSCA Vendor Trade Show. The National Basketball Strength & Conditioning Association (NBSCA) is a professional organization of certified NBA Head and Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coaches. The event will be held on Thursday, May 16 in Chicago.

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Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

More, Younger Youth sports occupy a special place in American culture, shaping childrens character, health, and social lives. Across the United States, an increasing number of parents and coachesoften with good intentionsseek to introduce sports to children at younger and younger ages and with greater intensity than ever before.

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Heart Rate & Resistance Training Re-Imagined For Physical Education & Sport “Lifting any weight that increases resistance on your muscles is the key. During strength training in sports and in physical education class, how can one measure the progress of our most vital muscle?

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The Sporting

APRIL 3, 2024

12 Questions with Baseball Player Ian Blease The Sporting Blog interviews baseball player Ian Blease about his time playing, managing and coaching baseball. What is the earliest memory you have of your sport? Who was your first sporting hero? In sports generally - Gary Lineker. In baseball - Cal Ripken Jr.

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Reinventing the Game

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Taking the fitness testing precision example above where we consider expecting a fully extended elbows in a push-up for the push phase for testing, how much does that last bit of range of motion for the elbows and shoulders in a prone push-up position contribute to this proxy indicator of upper body elastic strength.

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Complete Performance

APRIL 23, 2024

Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s crucial for the longevity and success of young gymnasts: injury prevention and strength building. Dr. Borda shares her expert… The post Preventing Injuries and Building Strength in Young Gymnasts with Dr. Jenny Borda PT, DPT appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching.

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First Beat

AUGUST 24, 2023

This international scientific conference aims to present and discuss the latest research in strength training. The multidisciplinary approach of the conference makes it suitable for researchers, coaches, trainers, instructors, educators, and therapists interested in the research and practice of strength training.

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PLT4M

JANUARY 12, 2024

A well-structured strength and conditioning program can enhance strength, power, speed, agility, capacity, and endurance while reducing the risk of injury. This is where strength and conditioning templates come into play. For years, coaches managed their program design with Excel templates.

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Complete Performance

JUNE 30, 2024

is an all-inclusive program dedicated to injury care and sport-specific strength, conditioning, and performance. It’s designed to not… The post What Really Matters in Sport with Performance Coach Brandi Smith appeared first on Complete Performance Coaching. Physical Therapy and Performance Training. Perfect 10.0

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First Beat

JANUARY 3, 2023

The team have been utilizing the Firstbeat Sports solution since Leonardo Manzano, Strength and Conditioning Coach and the CEO of Smart Training came on board two years ago. Leo’s Coaching Background – From Argentina to Germany. Leo’s Coaching Background – From Argentina to Germany.

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First Beat

MAY 9, 2023

Jesper Giller ås is the Strength and Conditioning Coach at Leksands IF , a Swedish ice hockey team competing in the SHL, Sweden’s top-tier league. Jesper’s Background: From Player to Coach Jesper’s passion for ice hockey runs deep, having played the sport himself before embarking on his studies in Sports Science in 2011.

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PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Therefore, high school strength and conditioning curriculum plays a pivotal role in students’ long-term development in physical education. This article explores specific programs and approaches for the different levels of students in a high school strength and conditioning program.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

There are endless benefits for athletes who participate in a proper strength training program. While many athletes, coaches, and teams typically look for stronger muscles and improved athletic performance in the weight room, injury prevention is one of the most significant benefits of strength training.

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PLT4M

JUNE 14, 2023

Strength and conditioning software is a powerful tool. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of strength and conditioning software for high schools and how to choose the right software for your needs. Understanding how each business operates can help you find the right strength and conditioning software for your use case.

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Heartzones

AUGUST 10, 2023

The Urgency for Applying Individualized Instruction in Physical Education & Sports Fred Keller, (1964) introduced the “personalized system of instruction,” based on 9 accepted educational principles that have produced documented success. Applying the principles for intense exercise requires immediate feedback.

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Whole Child Sports

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

This safe and fun balance-trainingdevice helps a child develop body awareness, core strength, and rotational movement. In addition, the boards replicate board sports (skateboarding, snowboarding, surfng) movements. Tennis balls can be used in extensive hand/eye coordination drills for various sports. Vew-Do NUB Boards.

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PLT4M

MARCH 15, 2023

What is the right workout app for high school strength and conditioning? We break down the 5 keys for a high school strength and conditioning app. In addition, we highlight schools across the country using a strength and conditioning app for PE and athletics.

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Sports Coaching FAQ

APRIL 11, 2021

Self-confidence is a vital component of successful sports performance and is an attribute that effective sports coaches seek to develop in their athletes along side technical and tactical skills. We will now explore Self-efficacy and how it can be applied to developing sports coaches’ self-confidence.

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PLT4M

JANUARY 18, 2023

Strength & conditioning classes are becoming a popular physical education offering. We take stories and insights from schools across the country to highlight 7 keys to successful strength and conditioning classes. Adam Hughes, high school PE teacher and strength coach, works with students in the wieght room during class time.

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Sports Coaching FAQ

JANUARY 17, 2021

An effective plan is the cornerstone of a successful sports coaching session, therefore ensuring it is appropriately structured is of great importance. Planning is the first phase of the Sports Coaching Process. We will now examine each of the four components of a session plan: Participant information.

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The Sporting

MARCH 28, 2023

The Fascinating History of Stimulants in Sports Sports writer Norman L. Macht explains the history of stimulants in sports, including quotes from experts and dramatic stories from the past. Ryan, former editor of Physician and Sports Medicine, once said. A scientist in a white coat stands before them.

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First Beat

APRIL 19, 2024

Firstbeat Sports is attending this year’s National Conference of the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) on May 6-8. The post Firstbeat Sports Attending 2024 CSCCa National Conference appeared first on Firstbeat. This year’s event will be held in Fort Worth, Texas.

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Sports Coaching FAQ

JANUARY 19, 2021

One of the key tools that a sports coach can use to communicate information to athletes and players of all levels is demonstrations. It is imperative therefore that the coach can master this skill as part of their coaching practice. These steps will be now be discussed further. Plan and practice the demonstration.

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First Beat

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Learn firsthand how the Swans utilize Firstbeat Sports to enhance player performance and recovery. Whether you’re a professional strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist, or athlete, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from these elite professionals. Register now to secure your spot!

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Whole Child Sports

JANUARY 6, 2020

We help them navigate daily physical and emotional challenges and nurture and harbor them as they gradually gather the strength and skills to function on their own. We do this because, as parents, we are our children’s first coaches. We’ve hired a private coach so that he has every chance of making the elite squad when he turns ten.”.

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First Beat

AUGUST 23, 2024

Will Graham is an Athletic Performance Coach at Liberty University, whose women’s basketball team is currently competing in Conference USA. Will’s Coaching Journey Will’s passion for basketball has been a constant throughout his life. I rely on what Firstbeat puts out, and so I use it every day.

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Learning Through Sport

APRIL 14, 2021

At the AIESEP conference in 2016 I asked the question, ‘How might the PE and sport educational discourse develop if instead of beginning with a problem, the research adopted an appreciative perspective to consider first, what might be good?’ The interview was therefore intentionally generative (Giles & Kung, 2010); 3.

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First Beat

JUNE 2, 2023

The NHL season is a marathon, not a sprint, and with each team playing 82 games in a regular season, one of the biggest challenges for coaches and players is knowing how to maintain a high performance all season long.

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Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

While the sport provides opportunities for exposure and development, it also poses challenges to athletes, coaches, parents, and local high school sports. The organization was originally created to promote and regulate amateur sports, providing athletes with opportunities to compete in organized competitions.

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The Sporting

MARCH 12, 2023

But there is no such thing as ‘too late’ in this sport! However, studies show that a six-week weight-training plan can help people even in their eighties gain functionally significant strength. If that’s not convinced you to try out this wonderful sport, let's continue by discussing all the benefits of gymnastics for adults.

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Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

In sports, athletes often find themselves in high-stakes situations where the outcome of a contest can hinge on a single moment. However, one controversial aspect that continues to grow in modern sports is the act of "flopping" — when an athlete simulates being fouled or injured to gain an advantage. What Is Flopping?

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First Beat

APRIL 1, 2022

Firstbeat Sports is attending this year’s National Conference of the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches association (CSCCa) on May 2-4, 2022. This is a big event for coaches in North America with practical sessions, keynote speakers and panel discussions covering a wide range of coaching and training topics.

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AASP

MAY 21, 2024

Various disciplines of research highlight the psychosocial benefits of sport participation. However, sport participation can also be a significant source of stress for college student-athletes. Sport has inevitably become part of your personality. Burnout is inevitable if you spend every waking moment training for your sport.

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PLT4M

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The debate surrounding sport specific training has persisted for decades. For a long time, it was thought that training had to be specific to sport and position. Instead, let’s unpack what athletes and coaches WANT, and the best means of accomplishing it given the context of middle and high school sports.

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First Beat

JULY 29, 2024

Firstbeat Sports will attend this year’s Football Athletic Conference which will take place from September 2nd-3rd in Dortmund, Germany. There will be leading experts in football coaching, sports science, and performance optimization in attendance.

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First Beat

MAY 29, 2024

Wednesday, July 03 @ 2pm BST/3pm CET/9am ET Join us for an exclusive webinar with special guest Nick Grantham, Lead First Team Strength and Conditioning Coach in the Premier League , and Firstbeat’s Nigel Stockill. How Firstbeat can be used to optimize and track off-feet training sessions.

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Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

Coaches are often the first people to provide any nutritional guidance to athletes. Unfortunately, many coaches are ill-prepared to provide such guidance and, under most state laws, are not authorized to provide nutritional direction. Below are 3 key nutritional facts that all athletes and coaches should be aware of.

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