10 Ways to Protect Brain Health in Contact Sports
The scariest thing about contact and combat sports is the risk of brain injuries Thankfully, research supports actionable steps to help protect and support brain recovery. Here are 10…
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Deloads: The Guide for Athletes (Exact Protocols)
“You can’t a shoot bullet until you’ve reloaded the gun” Deloads aren’t talked about (or studied) much. In fact, the first deload intervention study was published in 2023! For…
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Aren’t deadlifts and shrugs enough for neck strength?
Every week we get asked “are deadlifts, shrugs, and rows enough for neck strength?” In short, no. Conley et al (1997) investigated this exact topic. Two groups were given…
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My Top 12 Exercises for Combat Athletes
Most athletes completely overcomplicate exercises for combat athletes. Focusing on novelty and “specificity” at the expense of effectiveness. Here’s my top 12 exercises for combat athletes after 10+ years…
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CREATINE FOR BRAIN GAINS?
Creatine supplementation may reduce the severity of concussions, enhance recovery, and have other cognitive benefits.
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The 3 Easiest Ways to Build a Conditioning Base
Is your HR isn’t below 60pm? If it’s not, you don’t need to be doing sprints until you’re sick. Here’s 3 aerobic conditioning methods you should be using instead:…
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Physical Standards for Contact Athletes
You can’t explain world class performances through strength testing numbers. The best are the best because they’re the best at their SPORT. However, don’t let that fool you.
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3 Ways to Reduce Concussion Risk for Contact Athletes
The most devastating injury in sport is concussion. It will not only devastate your career – it can devastate your life. Anyone whos watched the Will Smith film will…
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Neck Strength Doesn’t Prevent Concussions
I used to think neck training reduced concussion risk. Now I think its…
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Why Chasing Power Can Be A Waste Of Time
Most people think that increasing your power makes you: That’s not accurate. In…
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How to Start Sprinting (Without Straining a Hammy)
Sprinting is hands down the most powerful hamstring exercise you can do. It…
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