Optimum Performance
Choosing the right electrolyte supplements
Electrolyte supplements are everywhere, from convenience store shelves to the gym bags of elite athletes. With the rise of wellness culture, more people are reaching for powders, tablets, and drinks that promise hydration and performance... more »
In-season strength training for basketball athletes
As a collegiate strength and conditioning professional for close to 30 years at the Division-I level of intercollegiate athletics, the in-season part of your training year is the most important time of your year. As... more »
Optimizing recovery time after a sports injury
Recovery from a sports injury depends on many factors, most importantly the type and severity. But no matter the injury, it’s important to give yourself time to fully heal before rushing back to competition or... more »
Study looks into the correlation of sleep and mental health of athletes
A new study from Flinders University has shed light on the prevalence of sleep and mental health disorders among athletes, suggesting a pressing need for better support systems within sports organizations. Almost 1,000 athletes from... more »
Early sports education can help development in children
Sports has always been considered a microcosm for life. The lessons learned between the lines can stay with young athletes for a lifetime. But the development of sports education in children goes far beyond just... more »
Study suggests squats may help with sleep
A new study out of the University of Otago in New Zealand suggests that doing short but regular bouts of resistance exercises, like squats, at night may help people sleep longer. Participants who performed brief... more »
Fueling the busy student-athlete
Student-athletes have a lot on their plates. But that should be even more reason to ensure they are fueling properly to perform at their peak. For a recent story with Kettering Health, Dr. Cindy Cassell,... more »
How mental toughness affects crunch-time performance
The ability of athletes to perform under pressure is crucial in determining their success. Choking, or the failure to perform at an expected level despite the motivation and ability to do so, is a phenomenon... more »
