One of the first questions I ask both parents and athletes as soon as they walk through the door is what is it that you are after? What are the outcomes that you are looking for. What’s the complete athlete transformation you’re after? Because let’s be honest there are dozens of training facilities to choose …
Every coach, trainer and mentor has their own definition of mental strength. Mental strength has been talked about in sports for ages and if you’re a parent it was probably referred to as mental toughness. And honestly probably one of the many reasons relationships between parents and athletes get destroyed is because every parent has …
Types of Strength Training: Part 3 Mental Strength Read More »
Are you taking advantage of summer sports training programs to help your child grow? We all know there are a number of reasons to get your child involved in a training program. But there are a few reasons why the summer time is especially important. First, if your child is an athlete it’s a critical …
What’s the most difficult challenge you faced recently? Maybe it was waking up early or changing your job. It might have been starting a new exercise routine or balancing a new relationship. You might be the extreme type of person and started daily cold baths or competing in a triathlon… What if I told you …
What’s the cost of your child’s happiness? How about the amount of confidence they walk around with? Does the ability to know they are a valuable person matter? What if they are walking around overwhelmed and feeling burnt out with life? These are just a few of the responses I get when I send out …
The vast majority of sports training gyms across the country do not serve you or your child at the highest level possible. I do not think any of them are doing this on purpose. But most people on any subject don’t know what they don’t know. In this case coaches are unaware of their blind …
Why Most Sports Training Gyms and Coaches Fail You Read More »
Most coaches really do want the best for their athletes. They have good intentions, most of the time, except being a well intended coach is not enough. Because what you want as a coach really doesn’t matter. It’s all about them. You must meet them on their level and having worked with tens of thousands …
When I first opened up shop in Argyle, Texas about 18 months ago I knew I had something different to offer. I viewed it as a new opportunity for kids, families and coaches in athletic sports. It was not going to be in competition against anyone because I was not trying to make something better. …
As an athlete or even as a human being strength plays an important role in our performance. As a culture we are driven by performance and productivity it’s actually affecting our long term ability to perform. Consider the majority of conversations parents have with their kids. It’s usually centered around “How was school” or “How …
Building Strength: Has Any Strength Coach Ever Taught Your Athlete This? Read More »
It’s that time of the year. It’s January and when 99% of the population consider goal setting or maybe it’s the one time during the year you sit down and review your goals. Honestly, it’s pretty mind blowing to think about how few people actually set goals for themselves. Then combine that with those who …
