
The anatomy of a successful serve
The serve is one of the most important shots in tennis. Each player starts half...

Dumbbell training for weight loss
Based on information from the World Health Organization, the prevalence of obesity around the world...

Single-leg jump squat
Grasp a dumbbell in each hand with the arms up at approximately shoulder height.

What is periodization?
Periodization is the practice of dividing training into specific cycles, with each cycle targeting a...

Adaptation as the basis for weight training
The general adaptation syndrome (GAS) provides the fundamental construct for conditioning and weight training. Developed...

Around the world weight plate exercise
Place your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a weight plate in both hands with arms...

Suspension pike exercise
Get into a push-up position with your feet in the suspension strap handles.

Secrets of an Effective Strike
In strength training, it is difficult to reproduce this three-part sequence using only one technique...

Adapting Strength Training to the Demands of a Fight
For optimal transfer, strength training must adapt to a fighter’s needs, not the other way...