Monthly Archives: February 2009

Nike Football Combine

Q: What is the cost of the camps and combines? A: All Nike Combines and SPARQ Mini-Camps are FREE. Q: Can a bad performance at the Nike Combine hurt my stock? A: No, because of the “scratch rule.” ESPN RISE cares about the athletes first! If an athlete tests and does not like a particular [...]

3 Keys to a Pain Free Low Back

  Eighty percent of Americans will eventually suffer from some type of low back pain. Sciatica, spondylosis, strains, sprains, slipped disks, or micro-fractures are some of the more common conditions that contribute to low back pain. With so many ways to aggravate the low back, how can we ever hope to defend against it?   [...]

5 Keys to Baseball Success

  The most important aspect that a young high school baseball player will have to get used to as they move to the college level or the minor leagues is the total volume of work. Developing total body power, torso strength, shoulder integrity, mobility, and the proper mindset, should be the top 5 priorities for [...]

IYCA International Summit

This past weekend I had the opportunity to speak at the IYCA International Summit in Louisville and was thoroughly impressed with everyone involved with the association. Brian, Pat, Nick, and Sara were gracious host during the entire event. It felt more like a family gathering than a weekend Summit. I even got to spend time [...]

Nike Football Combine

History of Powerlifting, Weightlifting and Strength Training – Part Three

by Dr. Ken Leistner The Quest For Knowledge. In the days before the internet and immediate worldwide communication, the wonders of bodybuilding, especially in California, was brought to the attention of the many eager enthusiasts across the country, through the pages of Joe Weider’s various muscle building publications. It was necessary to present news from [...]

The Power of Positive Thinking

You gotta listen to this. Great words to live by.

MSU Football Strength & Conditioning Clinic

I just got back from speaking at the Michigan State Clinic and I have to tell you it was a great event. I got to see some the coaches that inspired me to follow my dream of becoming a strength and conditioning coach when I started in the field 15 years ago. Thank you to [...]

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