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darkhorseathlete36
Jan 175 min read
Dark Horse Athlete Training Team: Your Path to Elite General Physical Preparedness.
Welcome to Dark Horse Athlete "Ready for Anything." This isn’t just a motto—it’s the foundation of everything we do at Dark Horse...

darkhorseathlete36
Jan 108 min read
Periodization for Hybrid Athletes: Creating a Long-Term Plan for Success
Periodization is a systematic and science-backed approach to training that organizes workouts into distinct phases, each targeting...


darkhorseathlete36
Nov 22, 20247 min read
The Role of Eccentric Training in Strength and Hypertrophy
Eccentric training—the controlled lowering phase of a movement—is one of the most underappreciated tools in a strength athlete’s arsenal....


darkhorseathlete36
Nov 8, 20246 min read
Nutrition Tips for Tactical and Busy Athletes
Disclaimer: Note that I am not a registered dietitian. This article is intended for general information and should not replace...


darkhorseathlete36
Oct 18, 202410 min read
Understanding RPE: The Why and How Behind Your Effort
The Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is a self-assessment tool that allows athletes to gauge their intensity level during training, using...


darkhorseathlete36
Oct 11, 20247 min read
Breaking Through Training Plateaus
Every athlete, regardless of experience, hits a training plateau at some point. Progress stalls, and frustration sets in. Whether your...


darkhorseathlete36
Oct 4, 20245 min read
Maximizing Female Performance: Understanding Volume and Recovery Differences
When it comes to program design and it's individualization, one often overlooked aspect is the difference in how men and women respond to...


darkhorseathlete36
Sep 13, 20244 min read
Unilateral vs. Bilateral Strength Training: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
In the world of strength training, exercises can be categorized as either unilateral or bilateral. If you're training with the Dark Horse...

darkhorseathlete36
Aug 23, 20245 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...
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