One to three. We’ve all heard of the work:rest ratio in tennis. Tennis researchers suggests working at a 1:3 work:rest ratio. But just how sacred is this ratio?
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Revisiting Work:Rest Ratios in Tennis: by Guest Author Doug Eng, EdD, PhD
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Even the Great Ones Can Get Better: Learning From Lance Armstrong
The video clip below shows Lance Armstrong working out before his 2009 comeback to compete in the tour de France, and you can see the work ethic and discipline that has made Lance one of the greatest athletes in any … Continue reading
Posted in Injury Prevention, Olympic Weightlifting, Power, Strength, Video, Weights
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Understanding the Science Behind Running Fast! Use the Ground Stupid!
Understanding the Science Behind Running Fast! Use the Ground Stupid! A study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology offers intriguing insights into the biology and perhaps even the future of human running speed.
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Dissecting the Volley: Movement
Dissecting the Volley: Movement Volleys are an important part of tennis, especially in doubles. Many points in doubles are won by a well-angled volley or put-away overhead. No matter the level of the player, most are always looking for ways … Continue reading
Posted in Injury Prevention, Movement, Strength, Tennis Strokes, Volley
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Dynamic Stretching – New York Times Video
Very practical article from the NY Times on Dynamic Stretching. This article involves a video with Dr. Mark Kovacs (ITPA Exectuive Director) discussing dynamic stretching and Satoshi Ochi (ITPA Advisory Board Member and Head Strength Coach for the USTA Player Development … Continue reading
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Tennis – The Answer to Childhood Obesity?
I think we all understand the many lifelong benefits of tennis play from a health, fitness and wellness perspective. However, much of the interest has traditionally been in how tennis can improve individual’s life as they age, cardiovascular health, bone … Continue reading
Posted in Health Benefits, Nutrition, Young Tennis Players
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Supplements 411!
Recently the US Anti-Doping Agency (The major organization in the US that monitors drug testing and education for prohibited substances in sport) launched a new website www.supplement411.org. It provides information on how to look at labels in an educated manner, … Continue reading
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Video: Post Tennis Match Nutrition
See below video blog post on Post Tennis Match Nutrition Dos and Don’ts.
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Research Review: Young Tennis Players Who Play Only One Sport May Be More Prone to Injuries
Early sport specialization is something that is greatly debated in many sports including tennis. The practical definition of specialization is that a young tennis player will commit his/her time to practicing and competing in tennis without playing other sports.
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How Much Tennis Play is Too Much?
How much tennis is too much for the young player? We hear this question all over the world. The professionalization of junior tennis has resulted in young athletes playing more formal competitions at a younger and younger age. It is … Continue reading
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