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Dec 15, 2012

Psychological Constructs in Sport Research: What Coaches Should Know

Psychological constructs are commonly used in sports. Knowing what they are can make a difference in applying research to sport performance.

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Dec 15, 2012

The General Adaptation Syndrome: Applications for Sports Training

Hans Selye first described the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) as the predictable way in which the body responds to stress. The GAS offers important applications for sports training.

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Dec 15, 2012

What is ATP?

"What is ATP?" is an important question asked in sports training because all energy production is powered by this source.

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Dec 14, 2012

Common Research Methods in the Sport Sciences

Research methods are essential game plans designed to answer research questions in the sport sciences.

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Dec 13, 2012

Formal Research Template

This research template presents common components of a research proposal and final research report used for projects, theses, and dissertations.

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Dec 12, 2012

Anatomical Terms of Motion and Location

Anatomical terms of motion and location are the basis for describing positions and movements of the human body.

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Dec 09, 2012

The Review of Literature: What We Already Know

The review of literature in sport research tells the reader what is already known on a topic of interest.

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Dec 08, 2012

What are Variables?

What are variables? A variable is a quality that researchers deal with in their studies. Identifying the variables and how they are measured are important for making realistic applications.

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Dec 08, 2012

Research Basics: Think Like Mr. Spock

Learning research basics can help you think and communicate like a scientist. Once you get the basic attitude and jargon, you have a much better handle on how to read and apply studies to coaching.

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Dec 08, 2012

Scientific Method Research: Limitations in Sport Performance

Scientific method research is a systematic way to gain new facts and test theories, but real-world sport performance poses challenges for researchers.

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Dec 08, 2012

Basic Research Terminology

Knowing common research terminology helps you understand how to read and interpret scholarly journal articles so you can more effectively apply the results to real world human performance.

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Sep 06, 2012

Sports Training Adviser: About the Author

Sports Training Adviser was created by Dr. Denise Wood, former elite athlete and outstanding educator with professional expertise in the sport sciences who has coached beginners to Olympians.

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May 30, 2012

Sports Training and Education

Knowledge is power. Our cutting edge sports training and education services combine world class competitive experience, scientific principles, and professional teaching techniques to help you win!

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Apr 22, 2012

Strategic Weight Training for High Performance Athletes

Strategic Weight Training for High Performance Athletes shows you how to gain a winning edge by targeting both sport fitness and skills to accelerate sport performance.

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Apr 16, 2012

Sports Training Adviser: Scientific Training Tips & Instructional Techniques

Sports Training Adviser provides scientific sports training techniques and effective teaching tools to accelerate your athlete's competitive results.

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Apr 13, 2012

Teaching Techniques for Coaches

Teaching Techniques for Coaches: 9 Principles for Sports and Fitness ebook provides highly effective instructional tips to speed up your athletes' learning and performance.

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Mar 09, 2012

Your Weight Training System

What is your Weight Training System? The total regimen is a critical element of the program for optimal in most sports.

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Feb 15, 2012

Body Coordination: The Key to Sport Fitness

Body coordination is specific to each skill. Smooth, efficient movements indicate that an athlete has mastered sport skills.

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Feb 10, 2012

Sports Training Links

We exchange sports training links to better serve our visitors with quality training resources.

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Jun 08, 2011

Sports Training Adviser Affiliate Program

The Sports Training Adviser Affiliate Program pays you to refer prospective buyers to this site. When a customer buys through your referral, you earn a commission.

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Jun 06, 2011

Disclaimer Strategic Weight Training for High Performance Athletes DVD

Disclaimer and User Agreement: Strategic Weight Training for High Performance Athletes DVD

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Dec 01, 2010

Achieve Goals Faster with the ADVISER Sports Training Model

Athletes can achieve goals faster if all training activities are strategically linked together in a total training plan that targets goals.

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Apr 08, 2010

Dumbbell Workouts for Athletes

Dumbbell workouts can build muscular strength and endurance. They are versatile for developing sport-specific training activities similar to the demands of specific sports.

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Mar 30, 2010

Plyometric Workouts for Sports

Plyometric workouts are ideal for athletes in sports that require power and agility. Examples of these bounding exercises are shown.

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Mar 30, 2010

Types of Fitness Training Exercises for Sports

Numerous types of fitness training exercises can be designed to improve performance in specific sports. The correct balance of exercises and regimens must match the demands of each sport.

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Mar 17, 2010

Muscular Power Development with Weights

Developing muscular power for any athletes requires the right balance of speed and strength. Weight training can make a profound impact on power and acceleration for sports.

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Mar 17, 2010

Static Stretching for Sports

Static stretching is a method of increasing flexibility before and after exercise. It involves holding positions at the end of a range of motion of a joint.

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Mar 14, 2010

Warm Up Activities for Sports

Warm up activities prepare athletes for the demands of practice and competition. It prepares athletes both mentally and physically for practice and game play.

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