What is the single most effective way to quickly increase speed of muscle contraction? Answer: Isometric Training with the Resistance Band The quickest way to get faster! Every athlete with the desire to sprint faster and increase speed using conventional strength training methods will inevitably be faced with only two choices on how to do […]
Dr. VanSuch Invited to Meet with OSU Assistant Track Coach, Joel Brown On Thursday, June 01, 2017 Dr. Larry VanSuch was invited to the campus of The Ohio State University to meet with the assistant track coach, Joel Brown. Joel was a three time All American at Ohio State and holds the school’s 60m hurdles record […]
The Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles were in the middle of a long 11th inning baseball game when Orioles first baseman Trey Mancini came up to bat. Mancini hit a potential home run at the bottom of the 11th inning that would’ve ended the game, but Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. jumped […]
How to run faster and react quicker by training the primary muscle fibers involved in running speed. AthleticQuickness.com brings you the Run Faster Speed Training Program developed by Dr. Larry Van Such How to run faster than ever before in just days Isometric training using variable resistance elastic exercise bands is the technique you will […]
No matter what sport you are playing, there is always a specific area of your body that could benefit from a certain type of workout. In this instance we put our focus on soccer players and why they should be focused on their hip flexibility and condition. Stack outlines how flexion, extension, abduction and adduction […]
Do you ever find yourself thinking your workouts just aren’t as productive as they could be? Are you failing to see the type of results you desire? This article explains why what you may be doing incorrectly in your routine. It touches on topics from muscle group utilization to certain exercises that don’t target your […]
Is there anything you’ve ever wanted to say to your football coach, or maybe to one of your friends who happens to be a coach? In a new article by AthleticQuickness.com, one writer calls out coaches everywhere, suggesting that they may be their own personal problem. Coaching is difficult enough but when you’re providing incorrect […]
Many people weight train to gain muscle mass and strength. Most of those same people will decide on a weigh amount and reps for the day and stick with that weight. The problem arises however, that this causes fatigue and more likelihood of injury. To gain strength and endurance, use varied weights for the different […]
Participating in various two-ball drills is a great way to improve coordination and overall skill development for when you’re out on the court. A great example of one of these two-ball dribbling drills is the Windshield Wiper. The Windshield Wiper is a drill in which you dribble each ball simultaneously in a wiper-like motion. Another […]
Freelap USA talked to biomechanics expert Lance Brooks about the physics of sprinting. Brooks is a specialist with extensive knowledge of the physiological and mechanical principles that determine athletic performance. Brooks notes that sprinters want to achieve as much horizontal displacement with as little vertical displacement as possible. This means less time in contact with […]
Given that coaches may find themselves with limited space, they can still do drills such as the Pro Agility drill to increase speed in athletes. The Pro Agility drill involves setting out three cones a distance of five yards apart. The athlete should begin in the middle and sprint to the right, then all the […]
AthleticQuickness.com is back at it again in attempts to make your athletic ventures as powerful and productive as possible. In today’s article they discuss the joints that are most commonly under trained and what they ultimately do for your bodily functions. This article focuses purely on educating you on the topic of your hip joints. […]
Top Jamaican Olympic Coaches & Therapists Attend AthleticQuickness.com Speed Training Seminar!!! As you all know, Dr. Larry VanSuch is a leading expert in training athletes to increase speed and outperform in their sport, and he has been working in conjunction with Anthony “Star” Geoghegan of the Realta Clinic to teach his revolutionary methods to top […]
Training for speed is not the same as training for endurance. The muscles of the human body exist as one of two fibers: fast twitch and slow twitch. The former excel at activating rapidly and the latter are best at resisting heavy loads over time. Both have their strengths, but one cannot replace the other. […]
If you are an athlete, speed is one of the most important attributes you can bring to the game. With the right speed and power, you can do so much more in the sport than ever before. And believe it or not, there are tons of fun, simple exercises that you can do that will […]
