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Functional Overreaching Weeks in Strength and Conditioning Programs
Functional overreaching is a powerful tool in the arsenal of any strength and conditioning coach. It’s a deliberate and strategic...
darkhorseathlete36
Sep 6, 20245 min read
Deload Weeks: Essential Recovery in Strength and Conditioning Programs
What is a Deload Week? A deload week is a planned reduction in training intensity, volume, or both, typically occurring every few weeks...
darkhorseathlete36
Aug 30, 20244 min read
Understanding Rates of Decay in Strength and Conditioning.
As athletes, maintaining peak performance across a wide range of fitness qualities is no small feat. Whether it's max speed, strength...
darkhorseathlete36
Aug 23, 20245 min read
Zone 2 Conditioning: Why It’s Essential for Every Athlete.
In the world of fitness, there’s a common misconception that you can either train for strength or endurance, but not both. This couldn’t...
darkhorseathlete36
Aug 16, 20247 min read
Athlete Analysis: The Importance in Designing Individualized Training Programs
After the Task/Needs Analysis, the individual Athlete Analysis is conducted. If you are unsure what a Task/Needs Analysis is, please...
darkhorseathlete36
Aug 1, 20246 min read
Part 7: Psychological Considerations in Training.
In this final installment of this series, we will explore the psychological aspects of training, focusing on how an athlete's mental...
darkhorseathlete36
Jul 24, 20247 min read
PART 6: Environmental Considerations in Training.
Welcome to Part 6 of our blog series on the Needs Analysis for Athlete and Strength and Conditioning Programs! In this post, we will...
darkhorseathlete36
Jul 16, 20246 min read
Part 5: Mechanisms of Injury. Identifying and Preventing Common Injuries
Welcome to Part 5 of our blog series on the Needs Analysis! In this post, we will explore the common mechanisms of injury (MOI) for...
darkhorseathlete36
Jul 12, 20246 min read
Part 4: Biomechanics of the Task: Optimizing Outcomes Through Movement Analysis
Welcome to Part 4 of our blog series on the Needs Analysis for Athlete and Strength and Conditioning Programs! In this post, we will look...
darkhorseathlete36
Jul 3, 20245 min read
PART 3: Physiology of the Task: Understanding the Demands for Optimal Training
Welcome to Part 3 of our blog series on the Needs Analysis for the Athlete and Strength and Conditioning Programs! In this post, we will...
darkhorseathlete36
Jun 26, 20244 min read
PART 2: Event/Task Analysis: Understanding the Role of the Strength and Conditioning Coach
Welcome to Part 2 of our 7-part blog series on the Needs Analysis for Athlete and Strength and Conditioning Programs! In this post, we...
darkhorseathlete36
Jun 20, 20247 min read
PART 1: Introduction to the Needs Analysis for our Athlete's
Welcome to our 7-part blog series on the Needs Analysis for Athletes and Strength and Conditioning Programs! At Dark Horse Athlete, we...
darkhorseathlete36
Jun 11, 20243 min read
JUST GETTING STARTED ON DHA HYBRID ATHLETE?
Welcome to a new training cycle! As your coach, I'm here to guide you through this journey, whether you're a seasoned athlete or just...
darkhorseathlete36
Jun 5, 20245 min read
My Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Journey Update
Yesterday I earned a blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, for me, this journey has been about so much more than just advancing to a new...
Justin Biays
Apr 22, 20241 min read
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