Athletic Training system

How to stay fit in the summer holidays

By Team | July 25, 2012 |

Summer Holidays are meant for fun.

summer fitness plan But, you don’t want to turn up for school or matches that start in September out of shape.

As a young athlete, you will benefit from variety and fun.

You don’t need to be flogged with senior players, nor do you want to get bored.

Training young athletes: Part 7 Marco Cardinale

By Team | March 5, 2012 |

In this Olympic Year, I thought it would be a good idea to hear from coaches who have worked with developing athletes and their thoughts. Today Marco Cardinale who is the head of Sports Science and Resarch at the British Olympic Association.

Athletic training in practice: Tom Kurz

By Team | January 18, 2012 |

For many of our athletes Hindu press ups and Hindu squats are a regular feature of our training. I got these from today’s guest author Tom Kurz. He is an example of a Coach practitioner who sets a great example to others. His book “Science of sports training” is an excellent and very readable resource.

tom kurz

Training young athletes: Part 5:Kelvin Giles

By Team | January 9, 2012 |

Strength and conditioning for children appears to be a popular topic. Unfortunately, short cuts are often desired (4 hour International Athlete anyone?). One of the common, if unpopular, themes from the guest Coaches this week has been fundamentals, process and detail. Today’s author is a great exponent of that.

Training young athletes part 2: Vern Gambetta, Roy Headey

By Team | January 4, 2012 |

In order to become a successful athlete, each individual needs to take responsibility for their own actions, whilst gaining the support of coaches, team mates, teachers and parents. This week we are looking at advice for young athletes looking to get better.

Yesterday’s guest blog by Frank Dick set the bar high.

Today Vern Gambetta and Roy Headey offer some insights into what a young athlete needs to do to prepare.

Training young athletes: Part 1 Frank Dick

By Team | January 3, 2012 |

I am starting this Olympic year with a focus on training young athletes. With all the hoo ha about the top end, it is important to remember how to get there. This week some expert coaches from Track and Field, Athletic Development and Strength and Conditioning have kindly donated some ideas.