Calculations are based on Dick (1987) [1] table of controls for 100/200m/400m athletes. The 100m and 200m are electronic timings. The other times are hand timings. To get a predicted electronic time, ...

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider the factors influencing the ...

The benefit of strength and strength training for footballers is well supported by research. For example, De Proft and colleagues had one group of Belgian professionals perform extra weight training ...

The foot is placed up to the starting line but not on it. The feet are about shoulder-width apart to obtain a well-balanced position. The weight is distributed so that about 2/3rds of the weight is on ...

Dr Matt Long, Jamie French, and Barry Cook explore how coaches can affect biomechanical adjustments in the running form of athletes.

The following diagram shows an annual training plan (macrocycle) for an athlete whose major competition is sometime in July/August.

Based on a formula identified by Mureika (2001) [4], the following calculator will provide an estimate of your 100 times at sea level with zero wind. Enter Altitude ...

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider factors influencing the ...

The dynamic exercises you incorporate into your warm-up program should be appropriate to the movements you would experience in your sport/event. The following are examples of dynamic stretching and ...

The following are details of various exercises that can be performed using dumbbells.

Identify 3 to 4 circuits of 6 to 10 exercises that can be performed with the available resources. In each circuit, trnsure that no two consecutive exercises exercise the same muscle group. e.g. do not ...

"Coach's Corner" aims to establish a list of qualified coaches worldwide willing to provide coaching and training advice to other coaches and athletes. A qualified coach holds a coaching qualification ...