Category Archives: Injury prevention

Keys to selceting performance professional

1. Education– is not everything but a person with a strong background will be able to help you in several areas and answer your questions. 2 Experience– Several ways to look at this. But longevity in the profession is key. … Continue reading

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Jumper’s Knee For Basketball, Think about it…

It is important to identify the early  signs and symptoms of over use  and overload injuries to protect the athlete.   In order to do so we must take a closer look at why they occur.  I have great respect … Continue reading

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REV the Engine up! Dynamic Warm Up with Basketball

With winter approaching I recently had an early training session at 5am, so 10 minutes before i left I started my old SUV to warm up the engine and get the frost off the windshield. The car just responds so … Continue reading

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Single Leg Squat w/Ball Progression- Basketball Performance

Train for Balance, Strength and Stability: Single Leg Squat with Basketball: Keep chest Proud and back flat Keep knee stable Reach back and sit in hips, do not let knee go in front of toes Keep pressure evenly distributed through … Continue reading

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Revi Jets Definition of a stance

Lock up like an All Pro- Defensive Stance Review

I know you are thinking, why is there a picture of  NFL All Pro Darrelle Revis matched up with one of the best athletes on the planet Ochocinco in a basketball blog? The answer is simple.  One of the hardest … Continue reading

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Athlete First. Volume II. Clinic Reno,NV..Nov 7th,2009

> Athlete First Baketball Clinic, Vol. 2 November 7th,2009@ Sierra Strength and Speed (Reno,NV) Limited to 20 participants per Session! Get Ready for Basketball Season.Designed for players of all Skill levels.Drills Based upon Athletic Development and Experience. ONE DAY ONLY … Continue reading

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