Three Drills to Improve a Female Athlete’s Speed in her First Step
GIRLS ARE INNATELY SLOWER THAN MALES IN THEIR FIRST 5-10YDS OF A SPRINT.
BUT SHE DOESN’T HAVE TO STAY SLOWER
PAIRED WITH EXPLOSIVE HEAVY LIFTING, TRY THESE THREE DRILLS WE USE WITH OUR FEMALE ATHLETES TO IMPROVE THEIR FIRST-STEP SPEED
Five Rules For Speed Development for Female Athletes
HERE ARE FIVE-SPEED RULES WE USE EVERY DAY AT RELENTLESS THAT ARE GUARANTEED TO GET YOUR ATHLETES FAST!
!!!WARNING!!!
Following these rules on a regular basis may cause extreme speed and performance upgrades that could have your coaches and peers wondering WHAT THE HECK YOUR GIRL HAS BEEN DOING!
Why Explosive, Heavy Lifting Matters for Speed Development in Female Athletes
As a coach frequently asked about optimizing training for young athletes, a recent inquiry caught my attention: Can my daughter achieve speed and explosiveness through agility training alone, without hitting the weights? It's a common question that deserves a closer look. Here's why.
Female Athletes Need to Train Differently: Its Biological.
In the world of sports and athleticism, one size does not fit all.
Female athletes are biologically different than males and need to train for their sport based on these differences that emerge after puberty.
Developing athleticism in the female athlete is rooted in these differences, here is what she needs to do.
Five Common Foods MISLABELED as High in Protein- and What to Eat Instead
A COMMON MISTAKE WE SEE OUR FEMALE ATHLETES (AND HER PARENTS) MAKE AT RELENTLESS IS THINKING CERTAIN FOODS ARE HIGH IN PROTEIN WHEN IN FACT THEY ARE HIGHER IN CARBS OR FATS.
THIS MISLABELING LEADS TO UNDERCONSUMPTION OF PROTEIN, DECREASED PERFORMANCE, AND HIGHER INJURY RISKS.
EATING PROTEIN IS HARD, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE FEMALE ATHLETE NEEDS AS MANY GRAMS OF PROTEIN AS HER BODY WEIGHT!
TO HELP, WE LIKE TO TEACH OUR ATHLETES TO LABEL FOOD FOR WHAT IT IS HIGHEST IN TO HELP INCREASE PROTEIN CONSUMPTION OVER TIME.
CHECK OUT THE FIVE MOST COMMON MISLABELED FOODS AS “HIGH IN PROTEIN” AND WHAT TO EAT INSTEAD!
What Causes Soreness? How to manage training during the sports season to avoid being sore.
Soreness is a common companion for athletes, Resulting from pushing the body beyond its accustomed limits.
And when female athletes feel sore, they often feel their sports performance will suffer!
But what actually causes soreness?
And how can the female athlete manage weight Training, practice, and mitigate soreness during her sports season?
Key Signals of Inadequate Carbohydrate Timing in Female Athletes
IN THE WORLD OF SPORTS AND ATHLETICISM, THE ROLE OF NUTRITION, PARTICULARLY CARBOHYDRATES, CANNOT BE OVERSTATED.
CARBOHYDRATES SERVE AS A VITAL ENERGY SOURCE FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE, ESPECIALLY IN HIGH-INTENSITY ACTIVITIES.
UNFORTUNATELY, MANY FEMALES STAY AWAY FROM CARBS, FEARING THEY WILL LEAD TO “BULK” OR BELIEVE THAT SUGAR IS BAD….
FOR FEMALE ATHLETES, UNDERSTANDING THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER CARBOHYDRATE TIMING IS ESSENTIAL TO UNLOCK THEIR FULL POTENTIAL ON THE FIELD OR COURT.
Should the Female Athlete Train Differently Around her Menstrual Cycle?
FEMALE ATHLETES EVERYWHERE KNOW THEIR PERIOD WILL AFFECT HOW THEY FEEL, AND HOW THEY FEEL WILL AFFECT HOW THEY PERFORM.
Training around the menstrual cycle seems to be a hot topic in 2023, but what does your athlete really need to do to succeed in her sport and stay off the sidelines from injury?
Check out this conversation with Erica Suter, MS where we break down the current research and what parents of female athletes really need to know when it comes to their daughter’s’ periods and training!
Nutrition Labels: A Guide for Female Athletes to Making Informed Food Choices
Nutrition labels are crucial in helping our athletes make informed decisions about the food they consume.
They provide a snapshot of the nutrients within a particular food, aiding individuals in maintaining a balanced and healthy diet.
However, it's essential to understand the nuances of these labels to utilize them effectively.
Keep reading to learn:
What serving sizes mean
The order in ingredient lists matters!
Understanding %Daily Value for Protein vs. Grams of Protein