Category Archives: Resistance

Position Statement on Youth Resistance Training: The 2014 International Consensus

The summary of the document concludes with this statement: “A compelling body of scientific evidence supports participation in appropriately designed youth resistance training programmes that are supervised and instructed by qualified professionals.”

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Part 4 of 4: NSCA National Conference & Exhibition Research Summary – Growth & Dev, High Intensity Training & More

This information is Part 4 of 4 continuing the series summarizing some of the most relevant presentations for tennis performance specialists from the NSCA National Conference and Exhibition in Providence, Rhode Island (July 2012). Continue reading

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Robby Ginepri Performs 2-Way Movement Drill with Resistance: Video

This 2-way movement drill with resistance performed by Robby Ginepri is a very important drill for advanced tennis players. Continue reading

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