SUMMARY In this second installment of THE FAST LANE, Chris, Chris, and Dan continue to dive into the evolution of coaching and the essential role of mentorship. The discussion highlights the importance of face-to-face learning, the historical foundations of periodization in strength training, and the ways in which coaches must balance modern techniques with timeless …
Introduction Recently, I tweeted about some work I did with my group of sprinters in China, and how it led to new personal bests. At the heart of it all, and really at the core of our job as strength and conditioning coaches, is figuring out how to keep athletes progressing. It’s always about finding …
Introduction The purpose of this article is to be able to evaluate an individual’s mobility in their ankles using the tools we have available to specifically the use of the Messier squat in the evaluation process. The Messier squat is a unique closed-chain movement where an athlete brings their hips down and shifts from side …
SUMMARY In this episode of THE FAST LANE, Chris Kerr sits down with coaches Chris Korfist and Dan Fichter to break down the foundations of coaching in speed, strength and athlete development. They share their personal motivations, discuss how to positively influence younger athletes and dive into the techniques and principles that have shaped their …
Introduction: Why Purpose and Passion Matter in Coaching What many people don’t realize is that when someone leaves the military, the biggest challenge isn’t always physical, it’s the loss of purpose. That sense of identity, mission, and impact can feel suddenly distant. And if you’re a coach reading this, ask yourself: What if coaching was …
Introduction In the sport of basketball, the word “wolf” is yelled when a player from the opposite team attempts to sneak from behind and steal the ball. Just like the wolf from the 1890 folk story “The Three Little Pigs” attempted to sneak up and blow their houses down. Some coaches are still on the …
Introduction When I got into college strength and conditioning, I already knew it wasn’t going to be glamorous. No big paychecks, no fancy lifestyle, and definitely no shortcuts. I had realistic expectations from the start. But most aspiring coaches don’t truly know what they’re getting into — or what it actually takes to last in …
Introduction Sports science is a relatively new discipline, but it can trace its roots back to Ancient Greece and Rome – the Greek philosopher Hippocrates, for example, was an early adopter to the benefits of exercise and nutrition, stating “eating alone will not keep a man well; he must also take exercise..”, along with “walking …
Feature Image by Viviana Podhaiski, LiftingLife.com The truth about Charles R. Poliquin’s revolutionary workout Introduction Legendary strength coach Charles R. Poliquin introduced German Volume Training to the Iron Game community in 1996. Since then, considerable misinformation has been written and spoken about it, particularly its value in improving athletic performance. I’m here to set the …
[vimeo 1109457279 w=’800’] As always, please share & review this episode! This podcast is also available on Apple and Spotify. From building a strength & conditioning program from scratch to leading national initiatives for high school strength coaches, Amanda Berg has made a major impact in the field. In this episode, we dive deep into …
