Sports Science
9 articles
What Are Physiological Adaptations to Resistance Training for Athletes?
In most training studies, resistance training can increase the cross-sectional area of muscle fibers by a remarkable 20% to 45%, according to University of New Mexico.
Athlete Travel Recovery: A Critical Knowledge Gap
Millions of dollars flow into optimizing every micro-facet of athletic performance, yet the scientific community openly admits "evidence on optimal assessment and management of travel fatigue and jet
Top 3 Innovative Athlete Recovery Tech Devices to Watch
A single Platinum LED BIOMAX 9th Generation panel, costing $659, delivers a broad wavelength range from 480 to 1,060 nm, promising enhanced muscle recovery and skin rejuvenation in sessions as short a
How Strategic Breaks Prevent Overtraining and Boost Performance
Full recovery from overtraining can require weeks or months of time off from working out, according to HSS .
Shane Drohan's hypermobility design: A pitching paradigm shift
A top prospect, known for his 'rubber-band arm,' added 7 mph to his fastball in a single offseason after training with Shane Drohan, a gain previously thought impossible without extreme risk (Player D
Why youth football needs growth and maturity monitoring
In one groundbreaking Premier League academy study, players grouped by biological maturity rather than chronological age showed a 25% increase in skill development and a 15% reduction in injuries.
Maximize Bat Speed with Strength and Conditioning
A new study involving 78 collegiate baseball players confirms that raw physical power directly drives maximum bat speed.
Eric Cressey's Impact on 2026 Athletic Development
A 20% reduction in arm injuries among pitchers following Eric Cressey's protocols highlights a significant advancement in athletic development.
Sports Performance: Dynamic Metrics Outweigh Body Type
Middle-distance runners are consistently taller and heavier than long-distance runners, yet body fat and training speed, not height, are the main predictors of their race performance.