Articles on Electronic Timing

KETO – or not to KETO – That is the Question

The availability of a given substrate in the body largely determines our body’s fuel of choice at rest. Exercise increases the metabolic demand on the body several-fold upon beginning a training session from rest, after which the body strives to achieve a steady state of aerobic intensity where the proportion of carbohydrates and fats finds an equilibrium in relation to an individual’s preference of fuel source.

6 Steps to Reduce and Rehabilitate Hamstring Injuries Like a Pro

This proven and adaptable 6–step process dealing with hamstring injuries starts with intensive screening. It proceeds through testing, assessment, profiling, and evaluation. The final step involves following the RTP algorithm and making whatever tweaks seem necessary.

High School Football Spring Training Test Results

Chris Korfist shares the before and after raw data of the 40-yard dash and vertical jump tests from an eight-week spring training program for ninety high school athletes. The average vertical improvement was 2.35 inches and the average fly 10 improvement was 0.12 seconds.

The Science of Force Plates and Pressure Mapping

Force plates are a means of measuring ground reaction forces over a period of time. Pressure mapping shows the interaction between the foot and lower extremity and the ground. The best way toof take advantage of both technologies is in conjunction with other metrics and interpretations by skilled professionals.

Want to Be a Standout Private Coach? These Ten Tips Can Make It Happen

The foundation for success in private coaching is being as good a coach as you possibly can. But there’s much more. Like it or not, you’re also a salesman who is running a business. You need to do a rigorous self-analysis to see if this is really what you want to do.

Why Bar Displacement Is a Hidden Gem in the Weight Room

Bar displacement helps evaluate technique, improve the quality of work, and increase safety. It facilitates orthopedic assessment, exercise setup, coaching assistance, and long-term analysis. It removes the guesswork and saves valuable coaching and athlete time by collecting important information.

By Leaps and Bounds: My Evolution to the Split Jump

My athletes used a 1970s-era isokinetic device called the Leaper as a rack for their warmups. It didn’t offer enough progressive challenges. Split jumps solve that problem. There are several variations to keep interest high.

The Top 5 Tech Tips for Strength Coaches

The most important element in a successful weight room is good coaching. Tech can help or hinder coaches in achieving their goal of maximizing their athletes’ potential. These five tips are the “greatest hits” of helpful tech based on years of practical experience.

Should Athletes Take Antioxidant Supplements?

The majority of elite athletes take antioxidant supplements to reduce muscle damage and improve recovery time. So do many other people. Research suggests that supplementation achieves those goals. But there are some caveats.

6 Factors to Look for in a Good Sports Nutritionist

It’s common to devote massive amounts of time to developing a training program while positioning proper nutrition on the periphery. Here are six factors to consider in taking on a good sports nutritionist. Even if you can’t afford one, the qualities they embody will help nourish your program and feed your athletes’ appetite for improvement.