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I looked at all match-day metrics for the collegiate soccer team I work with. I specifically looked at percentages of times in speed zones and heart rate zones. Here's what I found Speed zones - 97% of a match was spent below 65% of their maximum anaerobic speed and 138% of their maximum aerobic speed (MAS) -12% of a match was spent between 95-138% of their MAS -85% of a match was spent below 95% of their MAS Heart rate zones -50-60 minutes of a match are spent below 60% of maximum heart rate (very submaximal) -24 minutes were spent in the aerobic heart rate zone, 60-80% of max (submaximal) -20 minutes were spent above the aerobic heart rate zone, 80-100% of max (near maximal) -Not even a full minute was spent above 95% of max (maximal) Yes, we need to train our athletes for worst-case scenarios, but if we are looking for transfer to sport, does it make sense to prioritize high-intensity conditioning modalities? I know "hard work" is important and submaximal conditioning isn't sexy but can we find a way to work smarter and get more out of our athletes? #strengthandconditioning #sportsperformance #soccerstrength #collegesoccer #soccertraining #conditioning #aerobic

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My goal is to earn this prestigious medal- 3 down-3 to go! 🏃🏼♂️💨 I am asked often: “What is the Abbott World Marathon Majors?” If you’re a runner, or serious athlete, you probably already know the answer … but if not, here’s a quick explanation: 🤔🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇 👉🏼The Abbott World Marathon Majors is a series consisting of six of the largest and most renowned marathons in the world: Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. The big deal is that these races attract elite athletes, amateur runners, and huge crowds of spectators, making them prestigious events in the running community. Completing all six majors is considered a significant achievement for marathon runners. . #abbottworldmarathonmajors #enduranceathlete #sixstarfinisher #futuregoals #athletetraining #recommendation #exercisemotivation #juststart #strengthandflexibility #befit #healthylifestyle #lifestyle #longevity #exerciseismedicine #purposefulmovement #foryourhealth #livehealthy #befit #rjhfitperspectivellc #certified #personaltrainer #nutritioncoach #runwalkcoach #nutritionstrengthmovement #doallthree #everyweek #htx #heightshouston (No content on this site, regardless of date, should ever be used as a substitute for direct medical advice from your doctor or other qualified clinician.)

I’m so proud and excited to share something close to my heart: Performance Reimagined: The Athlete’s Perspective, an event I’m hosting with my fellow Olympian and longtime friend, Georgia-Rose Brown, on February 1st, 2025. This event is the result of countless lessons, highs, lows, and moments of growth throughout our 20+ years in gymnastics. It’s about more than just sport—it’s about the mindset, resilience, and holistic approach that made achieving our Olympic dreams possible. Georgia-Rose and I are combining our expertise as a nutrition coach and physiotherapist with our lived experience as elite athletes to create a space where we can share openly about: 🤸♀️ What worked (and what didn’t) in our athletic journeys. 💡 How to approach health, recovery, and performance sustainably. 🔥 Real strategies for overcoming challenges, both in sport and in life. We’re hosting Performance Reimagined as a hybrid event, so whether you’re attending in person or online, I hope you’ll feel connected to the energy and insights we’re bringing to the table. This event is for anyone passionate about sport—athletes, coaches, parents, or fans who want a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed and thrive in elite performance. If this resonates with you, we’d love for you to join us! 🎟️ Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gvdG8URF It’s an honor to bring this opportunity to life and share what we’ve learned. Let’s continue to reimagine what’s possible together. #PerformanceReimagined #EliteAthleteJourney #HolisticPerformance #OlympianExperience

I cover the competition period in the 4th part of the Problems of the Periodization of Training in Mixed Sports article series. Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d9CrfZTt #training #periodization #mixedsports

Why are using VALD Performance First of all it allows us to validate joint and functional assessment observations made prior stepping on the platforms. It Helps us quantify asymmetries from global to local levels and providing a better insights into compensation strategies and injury mechanisms. The VALD ForceDecks enhance our monitoring system by addressing each athlete’s specific needs and deficiencies. Last but not least, valuable aspect during sessions is the real-time engagement from Athletes from seeing results and challenging themselves to do the best they can in each series. This one helps quantifying progress and fatigue levels to tailor programs accordingly. #futursportscience #test #coaching #gym #geneva #switzerland

I cover the competition period in the 4th part of the Problems of the Periodization of Training in Mixed Sports article series. Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ddgCSBjG #training #periodization #mixedsports

In this episode, we spotlight the journey and insights of Mehdi Kordi PhD. With a rich and varied background, from biomedical science, to aerospace physiology, to accountancy, to mice in the Andes (yes you heard me correctly), then ultimately into a career in sports science and eventually coaching at the elite end of cycling. First Mehdi was at British Cycling as the sports scientist and hen coach at British Cycling, working with the Para team to Tokyo Games.  Then Mehdi moved onto the Dutch National Cycling Federation and is currently creating outstanding success, in his role success as Head Coach (Track Sprint). When I say outstanding success, Mehdi truly encapsulates getting bang for the buck, that is in sports like cycling a mix of technology and human performance, generally the more money yoo put in the better your results.  Mehdi and his small team have created disproportionate success by focusing on what matters most. Think ‘Massive Gains’ rather than ‘Marginal Gains’. Mehdi’s experiences offer a rare glimpse into the high-performance delivered with imagination, creativity, priority and constraints led innovation.  So, irrespective of whether you like cycling or not, and if you do there is some juicy detail about riding a kilometer very fast, Mehdi’s insights are more about a way of thinking and working, that breaks the mould, of more is better, that could be applied to a range of systems, teams and pursuits.

The Power of Visualization in the Sports:5 minutes secret mind method used by American Swimmer Micheal Phelps Phelps had one of the most intense training method: - Swam 13km/day, 6-7 days/week - Covered at least 80,000m every single week - Spent 5-6 hrs daily in the pool, even on Sundays & holidays Every night before bed, Phelps would visualize his races. - The perfect dive. - The crowd’s roar. - His stroke rhythm. - The feel of the water. But he didn’t stop there... He also visualized obstacles — goggles filling with water, a bad start, or an off-stroke. Your brain can’t tell the difference between imagination & reality. That means, when you visualize, your brain thinks everything is real. This allows you to "practice" the exact situation without leaving your room. Studies show visualization activates the same neural pathways as physical practice, leading to: - Anxiety Reduction - Performance Improvement - Building of Muscle Memory This is why Phelps rehearsed both success & failure. The 200m Butterfly Final — Beijing, 2008. Phelps’ goggles filled with water halfway through the race. Most swimmers would panic. Phelps didn’t. He executed his stroke count perfectly — exactly as he’d visualized. The result? Gold medal. World record. 70% of top performers use visualization to achieve their goals. #athlete #sportspsychology #olympics #visualization

Resuming running is a pivotal step in the journey back to competition. I am delighted to share insights into my methodology for guiding injured players back to running with confidence. In these two slides, I outline the progressive exercise regimen I follow to prepare athletes for a successful return to running. From Pillar Preparation in the initial stage to incorporating Global Attractors in the gym, this approach aims to optimize recovery and performance. Let's dive in !