Unfortunately it seems that these researchers are to focused on just one small piece of the overall movement we call running - where on the foot is ground contact made.
With something as complex as running - a movement that requires the whole body to work in synergy with itself - I believe further research needs to include the help and expertise of world-renown Speed Coaches that can better explain how posture, center of mass, hips, ankles, and arms all effect speed and injury-prevention in running.
Keep Training! Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance
Remember back when you were 9 years old? Remember how cool it was to play baseball in the summer with your friends from school? Remember shooting hoops in the backyard for hours on end? How about deadlifting the big bar with green plates? No!? Well our next athlete knows a thing or two about that! He's getting a jump on the competition by starting early, and is making some heads turn in the process! He's young, but don't let his age fool ya! We've got an athlete on our hands! Introducing...
Athlete Name: Grant Nehrenz Sport(s): Football, Baseball Position(s): Quarterback, Center Field, Pitcher School: Lake Center Christian School Graduation Year: 2021 AGSP Athlete Since: October 2013
Favorite Sports Team: Kent State Golden Flashes
Favorite Professional Athlete: Trent Richardson Favorite Lift: Deadlift Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: Fishing, swimming, or golfing. What are your short-term goals? Be way better at sports performance and not hit any kids from the pitching mound this season.
What are your long-term goals?Be able to deadlift 300lbs. How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It's made me stronger, faster, and I can hit the ball way further.
CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF GRANT TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)
Keep Training! Coach Anthony Colarusso and Akron General Sports Performance
Our next athlete spotlight has a bright future! She's focused on ending her high school career on a positive note (see short term goal), and then beginning her collegiate career right (see long term goal). Each month her testing numbers reveal a faster, stronger, more powerful athlete. Very recently she shared that she "stole second base for the first time." The first of many - she will surprise opponents this spring with her quick feet, powerful bat and arm! It is time to meet...
Athlete Name: Megan Nicholls Sport(s): Softball Position(s): Pitcher, 1st Base School: Kent Roosevelt High School Graduation Year: 2013 AGSP Athlete Since: September 2012
Favorite Professional Sports Team: San Francisco Giants Favorite Professional Athlete: Tim Lincecom Favorite Lift: Clean Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: playing softball or hanging out with friends when I'm not doing homework.
What are your short-term goals? I am definitely aiming for conference MVP to end my high school softball career.
What are your long-term goals?I want to maintain my focus and work even harder to prove myself as I prepare for being a college athlete. How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? I've noticed a definite improvement in my speed and endurance since starting at AGSP.
CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF MEGAN TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)
Keep Training! Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance
Our next athlete spotlight is great to coach because he does the little things that make big differences in his overall performance everyday he trains at AGSP. Those actions speak volumes about his character and true commitment to being the best athlete he can be. It is time to meet...
Athlete Name: Trevor Ray Sport(s): Baseball Position(s): 1B, LHP, OF School: Walsh Jesuit High School Graduation Year: 2014 AGSP Athlete Since: October 2012
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Indians Favorite Professional Athlete: Jim Thome Favorite Lift: Clean Favorite Movement Skill: Medball Slams
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: hitting, throwing, and doing homework.
What are your short-term goals? To continue to improve my testing numbers and have a solid spring season.
What are your long-term goals?Play college baseball. How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? After only a few month of training, I am generating more bat speed and my arm strength has improved.
CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF TREVOR TRAINING AT AGSP!
(we've put them all into one video!)
Keep Training! Coach Amanda Kephart and Akron General Sports Performance
With 2012 winding down and 2013 quickly approaching, many people are looking for a way to better themselves physically in the New Year. If you're having a hard time convincing yourself to take the plunge with Adult Performance, I'd like to point you to our second Adult Spotlight, Roni Thomas-Patterson. She started training at Akron General Sports Performance in Green this past September and has played a huge part in spreading the word about the things we do.
Adult Name:
Roni Thomas-Patterson
When did your start Adult Performance?
September 2012
Why did you start Adult Performance?
For health and all around fitness. It was something different than just
slamming weights in the gym. It added spark, helped improve my speed and agility,
and keeps me young and healthy.
What are your current goals for Adult Performance?
165lb bench press, 1 pull-up (Really, I want to be able to do multiple pull-ups with a wide grip), and improved running speed. What is your favorite
exercise?
Anything on the War Machine I love!
What is your least
favorite exercise?
There really is none. The hardest for me
are the Bulgarian split squats. I don’t have anything that is the least
favorite because I love doing this stuff.
In what ways has Adult
Performance helped you "perform better"? (more energy, sports,
family, etc.)
I can feel it all over,
between endurance and speed with running, more strength when training
with free weights on my own. To be able to lift is one thing, but being able to move your
body and control yourself is something that has improved
dramatically from doing the class. I have been lifting weights for too many
years to count, and this is the hardest thing I have ever done. Lifting on your
own is nothing compared to lifting in the class.
What would you tell someone that's interested in trying Adult Performance?
(Words of Wisdom, Encouragement, etc.)
JUST DO IT! Don’t hesitate, just come in and try it out, because once you try
it, you’ll be addicted. You gotta make yourself do the things that are good for
you.
CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF RONI TRAINING AT AGSP!
Looking for the fast track to a better body? AGSP is the answer! Call today for
your free trial. Who knows, you may end up working out with Roni. :-)
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