-
DSC00836
DSC00817
DSC00815
DSC00770
DSC00769
DSC00750
DSC00645
DSC00606
DSC00602
DSC00603
CIMG2317
-
Recent Posts
Categories
Archives
- May 2013
- April 2013
- January 2013
- November 2012
- July 2012
- March 2012
- February 2012
- January 2012
- December 2011
- November 2011
- September 2011
- August 2011
- June 2011
- May 2011
- April 2011
- March 2011
- February 2011
- January 2011
- December 2010
- November 2010
- October 2010
- September 2010
- August 2010
- December 2009
- November 2009
- October 2009
- September 2009
- August 2009
- July 2009
- June 2009
- May 2009
- April 2009
- March 2009
- February 2009
- January 2009
- December 2008
- November 2008
- October 2008
Author Archives: Michael Atkinson
Dribble Drive Attack Offense: Quick Shooters Guide
Training athletes has specific fundamental requirements, however when we work with an individual it is important to tailor the program design and also impact their team by creating a training program that implements the team concepts and philosophy. Having a recent … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
EPP EVENT: 5th Annual Holiday Handles 2010, Pacific North West
DO NOT MISS OUT ON A HOLIDAY TRADITION! Holiday Handles by Elite Pro Performance Location : Columbia Athletic Club Click for Map Date: Dec. 20th – 22nd , 9am -12pm Grades: 3rd-8th Fee: $120 non-member $90 members One Day Drop … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Basketball Camps, basketball training, everett, Holiday Handles Basketball, Seattle
Leave a comment
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
Knockout the Competition with Boxing Training for Basketball
Training for boxing is a great way to gain confidence, increase basketball performance through cross training in off season and implement new neural patterns and movements. Kids don’t punch people, punch bags. – Author Mike Atkinson The Crossover between Boxing … Continue reading
DO You Pass the Eye Ball Test?
As I took my seat down on the plane after a (International Basketball League) game against the Santa Barbara Breakers (missed a triple double by 1 point), I could not help but overhear the man I was sitting next to … Continue reading
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
The “Swiss Army Knife Player”
In training and basketball, I refer to the “Swiss Army Knife Player” to encourage growth in all areas. I dedicate this to a 6’9” 240lb beast who is a smooth shooting guard at heart, or even better the 6’3” 175lb … Continue reading
Posted in Basketball News, NBA, Performance, Player Development, Youth Developement
Tagged basketball, Basketball Performance, basktball training, everett, high school, Las Vegas basketball, Lateral movement, lateral speed, Mike Atkinson, nba, northwest basketball, oscar robertson, premierball.com, Reno, Reno Basketball, Seattle, Shabazz Muhammad, skill development, swiss army knife, Vegas
Leave a comment
Balls 2 the Wall-Basketball Performance drills
Often coaches incorporate a two ball routine into their development sessions. I like to mix the two ball drills up with different release points and footwork patterns off the wall for reaction. Incorporate into warm-up or your favorite two ball … Continue reading
Gain leverage over your opponent- Lateral Lunge
Increase your ability to move in an athletic position. The game of basketball is played at multiple angles consisting of a large percent of lateral movements. Perform lateral lunge for increased mobility and strength in hips and adductors. The lateral … Continue reading
Mr Miyagi- Elite Pro Card Catcher Video
We like to mix it up during warm-up and on recovery days. This is a great drill to work on overall ball handling, balance and hand speed. Enjoy the video below and the wise words from one of the best … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
