Dr Matt Long, Jamie French, and Barry Cook explore how coaches can affect biomechanical adjustments in the running form of athletes.

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider factors influencing the ...

Two of the better-known models which are generally referred to are Welford's (Welford 1968) [1] and Whiting's (Whiting 1969) [2]. Both models reflect the same process, although they use slightly ...

The foot is placed up to the starting line but not on it. The feet are about shoulder-width apart to obtain a well-balanced position. The weight is distributed so that about 2/3rds of the weight is on ...

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider the factors influencing the ...

Body fat scales use the Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technique. This method measures body composition by sending a low, safe electrical current through the body. The current passes freely ...

Begin in the standard press-up position on the floor. Your upper body should be supported with your hands on the floor - shoulder-width apart. Your arms are fully extended, and your legs and feet are ...

There is a broad range of sporting activities, each requiring a skill set. Skills have many characteristics that can change in different situations, making classifying them difficult. Accepting that ...

A Training Plan aims to identify the work to be carried out to achieve agreed objectives. Training Plans should be drawn up to identify long-term (4 years) goals and short-term plans for the ...

Based on a formula identified by Mureika (2001) [4], the following calculator will provide an estimate of your 100 times at sea level with zero wind. Enter Altitude ...

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to consider the factors influencing the ...

Nigel Hetherington explains how to improve the function of the hamstring muscle group for speed. In this article, we specifically take a look at the group of three hamstring muscles that run down the ...