Author Archives: Michael Atkinson

About Michael Atkinson

Mike Atkinson,CSCS, is the owner of Elite Pro Performance and the on court performance director at Sierra Strength & Speed. Considered to be a specialist of Keiser performance equipment, Mike is known as a hybrid basketball performance trainer focusing on strength, movement, and basketball fundamentals. Atkinson’s experience and current work with NBA Player Development Specialist Aubrey McCreary has given him a unique set of skills to train players on sports specific patterns and positioning at a professional level. Atkinson’s training experience includes work with numerous NBA draftees, multiple Division 1 athletes, and other professional clients. He has also worked as a performance consultant in the NBA Development League and has directed basketball performance training camps and clinics for youth athletes on the West coast.

Keys to selceting performance professional

Apr
25
2011

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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The KEMBA Walker Step Back : A breakdown of the athletic movement

Mar
31
2011

As soon as Kemba Walker made this shot against Pittsburgh during the Big East conference tournament, thousands of aspiring hoopers went right outside on their hoops, mimicking and imagining the moment being theirs. They attempted to cross over like Kemba, … Continue reading →

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March Madness Bill and Connie in the Morning Radio Show!

Mar
22
2011
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Keiser Power For Basketball, Football tuck to Bull Hop

Mar
21
2011

Part of the Basketball Power Series Trainer Mike Atkinson Resistance at 17% Body weight Keiser performance equipment is a game changer. I have had the opportunity to work with Keiser performance for over 4 years at Sierra Strength & Speed. … Continue reading →

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Improve your Performance with Proper Breathing

Mar
02
2011

Insight on Proper Breathing The most basic function of life is breathing. We all breathe without having to think about how we are doing it or what muscles are producing this important function. On average, a healthy adult while at … Continue reading →

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Playing against Globetrotters is a dream come true for Atkinson

Mar
02
2011

Playing against Globetrotters is a dream come true for Atkinson Dan Hinxman (DHINXMAN@RGJ.COM) RENO GAZETTE-JOURNAL January 17, 2006 Galena High grad proud to be a National It was autograph day at the local mall for a handful of Harlem Globetrotters … Continue reading →

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Never Outshine the Master

Feb
15
2011

One day all great players will fall to the next- Respect the men that motivated you to achieve greatness- The ultimate form of respect is to compete as hard as you can against them- Below are some clips from Michael … Continue reading →

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Keiser Performance for Basketball, with Video

Feb
02
2011

Keiser performance equipment is a game changer. I have had the opportunity to work with Keiser performance for over 4 years at Sierra Strength & Speed. The ability to generate basketball specific training programs that use the pneumatic technology is … Continue reading →

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Ice Skater for Lateral Power

Jan
13
2011

Ice Skater for Basketball VIDEO With Audio From Mike Atkinson, Elite Pro Performance Campers at Holiday Handles Basketball camp go through warm-up with Performance trainer Mike Atkinson. 1. Proper single leg stance and landing 2. Extension through posterior chain 3. … Continue reading →

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Jumper’s Knee For Basketball, Think about it…

Dec
30
2010

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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