When we start working with a new athlete or team we will always look at their current training schedule/loads and look to fill the buckets that need it. More often than not the individual’s in question are getting plenty of sports-specific fitness through competition, training (often small-sided games for field/court sports) then often extra running […]

Early sports specialisation is something that is fairly common in younger athletes with the thought process that specialising early will equal a better chance of success in the future. Whilst there is some truth in this, especially as athletes get older, it definitely comes with its downsides. The above infographic shows that the more someone

With a boat load of research on the use of static stretches before exercise or competition, it’s pretty conclusive that it’s not an ideal tool to use. Static stretching is used to enhance flexibility which before training or competition is not what an individual needs to be promoting. Instead, the individual should be looking to

If you’re working with youth populations in any context then maturation should certainly be a subject you’re familiar with. This infographic is a brief insight into growth rates for both male and females during puberty and the all-important PHV/PWV phases. It can be a delicate time for adolescents and without tracking it and knowing where