by Brady Hill | Jan 27, 2023 | Sports Performance, Strength and Conditioning, Training Tuesday
Introduction: The back squat is a common weightlifting exercise that can be misunderstood. In this article, we’ll debunk the common myths about the back squat and discuss ways to perform it safely and effectively. With the help of a qualified coach, you can...
by Brady Hill | Jan 26, 2023 | Sports Performance, Uncategorized, Winning Wednesday
Introduction: Optimizing recovery in training is an essential part of any athlete’s sports performance. Whether you are an amateur athlete or a professional, ensuring that you maximize your recovery is key to achieving your goals and getting the most out of your...
by Brady Hill | Jan 24, 2023 | Sports Performance, Strength and Conditioning
Introduction When hiring a strength and conditioning coach, it’s important that you look for more than just the basics. If you’re an athlete looking for someone to work with, ask about their qualifications before signing a contract. So you’ve decided...
by Brady Hill | Jan 23, 2023 | Mindset Monday
It’s Monday morning and the start of a new week. It’s time to get motivated and set yourself up for success. Here are some tips to help you stay motivated and focused on your goals: 1. Set realistic goals: Make sure that your goals are achievable and that...
by Brady Hill | Jan 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
Can you share a quick background of your education & experience in the health, strength & conditioning field? I attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where I earned degrees in both Nutritional Science – Dietetics as well as Kinesiology-Exercise...
by Brady Hill | Jan 10, 2023 | Sports Performance, Training Tuesday
Warm-Up & Speed, Proper Cool Downs Recently there has been a fad where warming up isn’t necessary for improved performance. Ironically most coaches and athletes who believe this end up tight and stall in overall progress or rely on God-given athletic ability...
by Brady Hill | Jan 10, 2023 | Mindset Monday, Psychology
To see progress, you must change your behavior. To change behavior, you need to change your thoughts. To change thoughts, you need to change…Your behavior? As a coach, one of our main priorities is to encourage our clients to change behaviors that will enable...
by Brady Hill | Dec 28, 2022 | Psychology, Sports Performance, Training Tuesday, Winning Wednesday
Introduction: One of the most common concerns about training athletes over the years from being a strength and conditioning sports performance coach is the thought that they may overtrain or go too hard in the weight room and can’t possibly play one...
by Brady Hill | Dec 21, 2022 | Psychology
Last Wednesday I briefly discussed the importance of shifting ones perspective in more to a growth oriented state. Just as important as shifting your perspective is the ability to effectively prepare for the challenges ahead. This involves not only being able to...
by Brady Hill | Dec 20, 2022 | Sports Performance, Strength and Conditioning, Training Tuesday
There has been an ongoing debate in strength and conditioning on whether lifting weights makes you faster or slower. The focus of this article is to dive into this topic, but the answer is that it depends on the following factors. You have to produce force to lift,...
