Preston Wilson: Speed Training, Athletic Development, and Becoming a National Champion
In this episode, we cover… (0:00): Preston introduces his athletic background and talks about growing up playing football, tennis, basketball, soccer, baseball, and track. (2:00): He explains how getting recruited to track in high school changed his athletic path and eventually led him to the University of Florida. (4:00): Preston shares the story of failing […]
Online Fitness Coaching in NY: Stay Fit Anywhere
If you are typing “online fitness coaching in NY: stay fit anywhere” into your search bar, you already understand the logistical nightmare of training in New York. Between school, club team practices, and navigating a grueling commute across boroughs, spending an extra hour on the subway just to see a strength and conditioning coach simply […]
The Science of Explosiveness: Mastering Strength and Speed Velocity-Based Training
In the modern world of athletic development, the days of simply tracking how much weight you can lift are fading. To build a truly elite athlete, it is not just about the load on the bar, but the speed at which that load moves. You can bench press 300 pounds, but if you are grinding […]
The Engine of Athleticism: Mastering Explosive Power Output in Strength and Speed
In strength and conditioning, moving a massive amount of weight on a barbell is an impressive feat, but absolute strength does not automatically translate to athletic speed. You can deadlift 500 pounds, but if it takes you five seconds to generate that force, you will be beaten to the ball by a weaker, faster athlete […]
Sprint Mechanics and Speed Technique
Why Sprint Mechanics Matter for Athletic Speed Speed is one of the most valuable physical traits in sports. However, many athletes focus only on running faster rather than improving the technique behind their sprinting movements. Proper sprint mechanics allow athletes to run more efficiently, generate greater force, and reduce wasted energy during movement. Youth athletes […]
Lower Body Strength Training for Speed and Explosiveness
Why Lower Body Strength Is Essential for Speed Lower body strength is one of the most important factors in developing athletic speed and explosiveness. Whether an athlete is sprinting down the field, jumping for a rebound, or accelerating toward a loose ball, the power generated from the legs drives performance. Strong leg muscles allow athletes […]
Upper Body Strength for Speed and Power in Youth Athletes
Why Upper Body Strength Matters in Athletic Performance When many people think about athletic performance, they often focus primarily on lower body strength. While powerful legs are essential for running and jumping, upper body strength plays an equally important role in overall athletic development. Strong shoulders, arms, and back muscles contribute to sprint mechanics, throwing […]
Agility and Conditioning Training for Youth Athletes
Why Agility and Conditioning Matter for Youth Athletes Agility and conditioning are fundamental components of athletic development for youth athletes. Regardless of the sport—soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, or track—athletes must move quickly, react efficiently, and maintain their performance throughout the duration of competition. Agility training improves coordination, balance, and reaction time, while conditioning enhances stamina […]
Resistance Training Tips to Boost Speed for Youth Athletes
Why Resistance Training Improves Speed Resistance training is a proven method to increase speed in youth athletes by enhancing leg drive, core strength, and overall power output. Stronger muscles generate greater force, which translates to faster sprints, higher jumps, and quicker changes of direction. In volleyball, resistance training improves explosive approach steps and spike power. […]
Power Development for Court and Field Sports
Why Power Development Is Critical for Youth Athletes Power—the combination of strength and speed—is essential for youth athletes competing in volleyball, track, soccer, and other field sports. Power enables athletes to jump higher, sprint faster, throw farther, and react quicker to game situations. For example, volleyball players rely on explosive leg power for spikes and […]