Columbus Ohio Speed Training - How To Run Faster

Columbus Ohio Athlete Makes Speed Improvement

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:44:00 +0000

I like to promote some of the Columbus, Ohio athletes that work with us for speed training. Speed training is our business and what we do best and that is what we try to focus on.

Sydney Gammon is a local softball player who came to us to improve her speed so she could have a stellar season for her high school softball team. She's been with us now for a little over two months and we just had a reassessment. Sydney did great!!

Here are some of her changes:

10 Yard Dash - 1.87 (pre), 1.74 (post)
20 Yard Dash - 3.41 (pre), 3.22 (post)
Vertical Jump - 15.2" (pre), 17.1" (post)

Awesome job Sydney! If you want to improve your speed and quickness and get results like Sydney, come and check us out. We'd love to meet you.

To Stop His Losing Streak- A New Workout For Andy Roddick

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:25:00 +0000

Andy Roddick was to be Americas next Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras or Jim Courier. Why is it that he has not won tennis' grand slam championship since 2003? Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler found some "reliable" sources with insight into Andy's current workout routine. Andy does a lot of core work- obviously necessary for a tennis player. Leg work tends to be done on a track. After reviewing Andy's workout, Adam would like to offer him a new routine. To see what Andy's workout entails and the new workout Adam suggests to hopefully stop this losing streak, click here: To Stop His Losing Streak- A New Workout For Andy Roddick

The Solution To Running Faster Could Be Easy Weight Loss

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:45:00 +0000

We all know, or should know, that excess weight tends to slow us down. More specifically, fat weight. If you are able to lose some of those extra fat pounds, you won't be as heavy, you should be able to increase your range of motion and ultimately, run faster. Speed and wellness trainer, Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, looks at the difference between an individual with 10% and 20% bodyfat and how it could potentially affect their training. Don't forget, you need to properly fuel your body to get the most effective weight loss as well. To read about weight loss and your training, click here: The Solution To Running Faster Could Be Easy Weight Loss

Rest-A Missing Element to Running Faster?

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:03:00 +0000

How much rest does a person need to allow their body to rejuvenate and feel fresh so they get the most out of their training program? Speed trainer, Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, "strategically" plans rest periods for his personal training program. He has 3 specific times each year that he takes a week off of training. During these rest periods, he will usually stop his lifting program, but still does some cardio and stretching. So, how much rest does your body need to help you get faster, stronger? When should you include these rest periods? Click here to read: Rest-A Missing Element to Running Faster?

Speed Workout of Tim Tebow's

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:18:00 +0000

After posting a blog about Tim Tebow's workout a couple months ago, today, Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler takes a look at Tim's speed workout. While at Florida, Tebow improved his speed by running stadium stairs; up and down every aisle for a total of about 1500 steps in "The Swamp" stadium. Mickey Marotti, Tim's strength coach at Florida (now at Ohio State) would have him do speed drills, when fresh, at full speed. To read more about Tebow's speed program and see what training Adam would have him do to improve his speed and acceleration, click here: Speed Workout of Tim Tebow's

Re-Capping The Highlights Of Me And My Business in 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:32:00 +0000

Well, the next time I will be talking with you it will be 2012. Can you believe that is the year?? I can remember when 2000 was coming and the world was supposed to go into chaos because of the electronical meltdown that was going to happen. What I wanted to do today was just kind of share some of the highlights of my business and myself this past year and discuss a few things I wanted to accomplish in this coming year. These highlights are in no particular order. Basically, as I remembered them while writing this post.

After several years at our current location, the lease was coming up for Ohio Sports Plus. Toni Roesch, the owner of OSP, asked if I wanted to follow her to the new location and so I did. Moving my facility for hopefully the last time for awhile, we have moved to 4140 Tuller Road, Suite 118, Dublin, OH 43017. We moved 30 seconds away from our old place, which was great because I love that area of town. Hope to see you there in 2012.
I purchased my first speed sled and we have been able to do some great exercises with it. I really think it will be a great tool to use to improve our athletes' speed. I also created a Youtube video using it that you can watch by clicking here.
Speaking of Youtube. My fitness channel there has grown to over 1000 subscribers. You can see my Youtube channel by clicking here. One of those videos, my Cam Newton video, became my most popular video by a longshot with over 56,000 views (15 likes and 59 dislikes). I posted around 30 videos this year and will look for more in 2012.
I created a facebook fanpage for yours truly. I posted some fun pics, a few videos you will only see there, and hopefully sparking commentary with the fans. Like the page by clicking here.
I worked with my first NFL hopeful this year, Armand Robinson, who was the star of the aforementioned speed sled video. He made it all the way to the last preseason game with the Steelers, but unfortunately they got a superstar group of receivers and Armand was cut. He's got some opportunities in the future with the CFL and hopefully another shot at the NFL so we will see what happens. A great athlete, but an even better person, I hope he does well.
I turned 40 this year and celebrated by watching my sis-in-law capture second place at the Ironman Wisconsin. I had a fun time and the experience has inspired me to launch a class I will talk about it in my outlook for 2012 section below.
My body is going through some more aches and pains than I like, but I'm learning how to become aware of them and hopefully correct them. Thus, I'm dealing with my first issue of plantar fasciitis. With stretching and ice, I have done wonders for the pain and hopefully will eliminate it shortly. I also learned that from my athlete days (especially being a long jumper), I have some arthritis in my hips causing some issues down to the plantar fasciitis. Minor stuff that I think can be improved, but hey I'm only human.
We worked with over 85 clients this year. Most of them were athletes wanting to get faster and I think we helped each and every one. They were athletes who played football, basketball, baseball, softball, gymnastics, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, track, cross country, and I think that is it.
I had my first online clients this year. One cilent is local, but lives pretty far away so can only see me every so often. We skype inbetween. The other client is a professional whitewater canoe slalom athlete from Australia. She hired me to help her prep for some big races and possibly the Olympics. I hope to share some more good details about that.
I launched my new speed website http://howtorunfasternow.com and it is slowly becoming quite poplular on the internet. SEO guru, Gere Jordan, has been helping me with that and has done an awesome job. Already our Alexa ranking is less than a million, which is great. Three weeks ago it was around 2 million+, so we're doing good things there.
I had my first two interns this year and it turned out to be pretty good for them. In fact, I will be hiring one of my interns for 2012. A former athlete of mine, I will discuss more in the upcoming weeks.
Last year on New Year's Eve, I and some other alumni went back to Columbus Academy (my old high school) to scrimmage the varsity basketball team. We ended up beating them by 30. This year, we look to play on New Year's Eve to help our aging egos. Hey, after last year the team had a pretty good season, so I'll keep you posted on how we do.
My wellness clients and I had a great holiday outing. I only have a few of them so I took them out to dinner with their spouses and we had a great time. They continue to trust in my training that I can keep them healthy or get them to where they want to be and I thank them for that.
One of the best things that has happened to my biz is hiring my administrative assistant, Kim Lex. The mother of a couple clients that I worked with, she was brave enough to accept the job of figuring out my quirks, get into my head, and understand the method of my madness. She has really helped make the biz run smoothly and chances are you have talked with her at one point or another. She does an awesome job for me and the company.
Other than that, I can't think of anything else. My wife and kids are great. The extended family is great, no worries. 2012 will hopefully bring some more fun times ahead. Speaking of 2012....

Some upcoming attractions for the business in 2012:

I hope to take http://howtorunfasternow.com to a whole new level. I have one information product I sell on there, I'm hoping to add a couple more, plus add a membership site to it.
With my new hire, I will be starting a strength training class for endurance athletes in January. The class is for any endurance enthusiast that not only wants to improve times, but also prevent injuries.
I look to help more athletes in 2012 then I did in 2011.
I want to add more q&a videos to my Youtube channel. Meaning, if you have quick questions I can answer, I will answer in a short video and post on Youtube.
I want to grow my facebook fanpage to a lot more fans.
I have been offering an Active Recovery Program, but only a couple people have taken advantage of it. They really think it helps them recover better from their workouts. So I want to do more promoting of that program.
I am going to have some client celebration for all my athletes at some point this year. Just don't know what it will be.
I want to expand my online coaching. I think this is a great program and can really be useful for people all over our country and obviously the world if my second client was an Australian.
And a whole bunch of other things I can't think of right now. Happy New Year and see you in 2012!!!

How To Run A Fast 40: Prepping for the NFL Combine

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:57:00 +0000

In Timothy Ferriss' new book, "The 4-Hour Body", one thing he wanted to do was see how fast a person could get in order to run a 40 yard dash for an NFL combine. He sought input from Joe DeFranco, who has worked with a large number of individuals prepping for the actual NFL combine. Speed trainer, Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, uses some of DeFranco's teachings when training his athletes for the 40 yard dash or football combines. To read about some of the suggestions Ferriss says you should consider doing when training to run a fast 40, click here: How To Run A Fast 40: Prepping for the NFL Combine

A Holiday Story- Winning Game Shot by Adam

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:06:00 +0000

With the high school, college and finally the NBA basketball season under way, speed trainer, Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, shares the excitement of a game winning shot he made during one of his high school games. This shot did not happen until the last second of a second overtime!
To read about this game thriller, click here: A Holiday Story- Winning Game Shot by Adam

Workout Of Recently Traded Chris Paul

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:45:00 +0000

With the recent trade of Chris Paul to the Los Angeles Clippers, Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler, takes a look at a workout of Paul's. For those that are unaware, Paul had a fairly big knee injury in 2010, that resulted in arthroscopic surgery to remove a torn meniscus. In spite of that, Paul is still quite the player. The workout found was from Paul's second year in the NBA. There are a couple of good exercises that Adam will most likely be incorporating into his training program. To read about Chris Paul's knee injury and this workout click here: Workout Of Recently Traded Chris Paul

Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:13:00 +0000

Ohio State's sophomore basketball star, Jared Sullinger may be having back spasms, but the root cause of his problem is actually plantar fasciitis. Since everything in the body is linked, and because of the pain from the plantar fasciitis in his foot, Sullinger's body is compensating in other ways, thus causing the pain/spasms he is suffering from in his back. Today, Columbus, Ohio speed trainer, Adam Kessler, gives some insight into the cause of plantar fasciitis as well as some ways to treat the problem if you are suffering from this often, very painful, foot problem. To read todays blog, click here: Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

Should You Do Sprints or Endurance Runs For Off-Season Football Conditioning

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:54:00 +0000

With the current football season completed for high school athletes, and nearing completion for college players, you might be wondering what your workout should focus on in preparation for next season. Speed trainer, Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, was recently asked whether endurance runs or sprints would be a better conditioning program for off-season football training.
Since it is only December, the focus is obviously different than if it were June. If you are a football player and would like to see what Adam's recommendations are, click here: Should You Do Sprints or Endurance Runs For Off-Season Football Conditioning

Speed And Strength Training for Whitewater Canoe Slalom

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:17:00 +0000

Adam Kessler, a speed trainer in Columbus, Ohio, was recently contacted and hired, via email, by an Australian athlete to develop a speed and strength program for his sport of whitewater canoe slalom. This athlete has two big events in February that could earn him a spot on the National team and possibly the Olympics. Adam developed a program to get this athlete stronger and faster; especially working hard on strengthening the core and lower back while incorporating anaerobic conditioning. If you would like to read about the program Adam developed for this whitewater canoe slalom athlete, click here: Speed And Strength Training for Whitewater Canoe Slalom

A Tennis Conditioning Workout For The Off-Season

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:02:00 +0000

If you are a tennis player, have you stopped to evaluate where you need to make improvements before next season arrives? Speed trainer, Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, is here to help you with your speed, agility, and overall fitness level before your next season begins. As a tennis player, you need to try to balance the strength on both sides of the body; get a strong core and legs that are not only strong, but also flexible. Flexibility is key, not only in the lower extremities, but the upper body as well. To read more about an off-season conditioning program with Adam, click here: A Tennis Conditioning Workout For The Off-Season

Speed Program Secret Strength Exercises For Your Program

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:31:00 +0000

Today, Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler talks about 4 "secret" strength exercises he has athletes incorporate into their workout routine to complement their speed training program.
These may not be truly "secret" exercises, but are ones that Adam has found to be beneficial to his athletes training. Although many speed and strength training coaches are guarded when it comes to sharing their "secret" or favorite exercises for speed and/or strength training, you can click here to see the exercises Adam uses: Speed Program Secret Strength Exercises For Your Program

Kobe Bryant's Training and Workout Routine

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:13:00 +0000

With the NBA lockout finally coming to an end, Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler takes a look at the training and workout routine of NBA pro, Kobe Bryant. Kobe implements a number of Olympic style lifts to help with his speed, power and explosiveness. He combines this with running sprints and suicides. Kobe continues his workouts during the regular basketball season to continually build up his strength. The key point to Kobe's (and anyones) workout routine- consistency and intensity. To read more about Kobe's routine, click here: Kobe Bryant's Training and Workout Routine

Are You Able To Handle Adversity In Sports?

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:58:00 +0000

If you have recently completed participation in a sport and did not achieve what you wanted, are you going to do something about it? Adam Kessler of Columbus, Ohio, is a speed trainer that works with all levels of athletes. He recently worked with an individual who did not achieve what he wanted to last basketball season. This athlete worked hard in the off season and just recently made his basketball team! If you love your sport, and are willing to put in a little hard work to improve your skills, click here to read: Are You Able To Handle Adversity In Sports?

The Success Of Some Of Our Columbus Ohio Athletes

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:19:00 +0000

I wanted to take a moment and say congratulations to some of the Columbus, Ohio area athletes who have worked with us in the past for speed training. Some we have kept in touch with, others we haven't, but nonetheless these athletes came to us to get faster in one capacity or another. These athletes had some success this fall in some of the Central Ohio sports so congrats and here is the list:

Sophie Tikson was part of the Ohio state champion field hockey team from Thomas Worthington.
Courtney Deena was named All Ohio in field hockey for Columbus Academy and as a junior just committed to play field hockey at Maryland. Awesome!!
Mitch Kraly for Dublin Coffman was named second team defense for division I all district.
Jake Raymond for Pickerington Central was named special mention all district, in division I football.
Reno Reda for Watkins Memorial was named first team all district for division II in football.
Carson Tunney for New Albany was named second team all district for division II in football.
Zach Ratcliff for Columbus Academy was named second team all district for division V in football. Zach also committed to play baseball at Ohio State University. Great job!

As more end of the year awards come out, I will try to keep you updated about how some of our former athletes are doing.

Workout Routine Of Manny Pacquaio

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:17:00 +0000

What kind of workout does boxer Manny Pacquaio do? Adam Kessler, a speed trainer in Columbus, Ohio, did some researching and found a few of the exercises and some videos of his workouts. You won't be reading about a bunch of boxing drills today however. Instead, Adam takes a look at some of the conditioning and several of the core exercises he found that Manny performs. This article may make you re-think and re-vamp your core exercise program! Click here to see what exercises Adam found that are a part of Manny's workout routine: Workout Routine Of Manny Pacquaio

The 6 Best Informational Speed And Strength Training Websites

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 20:33:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered where Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler gets all of his speed and strength training information? Today he shares his 6 best informational websites with you. The sites are listed in no particular order, but they are the sites he goes to first when seeking information on a particular question. If you would like to see what Adam's favorite websites are, click here: The 6 Best Informational Speed And Strength Training Websites

2011 MLB Players Top Ten Fastest List

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 12:46:00 +0000

With the completion of yet another baseball season, Columbus, Ohio, speed trainer, Adam Kessler, gives a listing of whom he deems to be the fastest players in the MLB in 2011. Most of the players he lists, no surprise here, are at the top of the stolen base category. Their speed helps them get infield hits and they tend to hit a larger number of triples than other players. Who do you think is on this list? To see who is on Adam's 2011 list and why, click here: 2011 Baseball Players Top Ten Fastest List

Not To Be Missed-Ndamukong Suh's Workout

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:39:00 +0000

Ndamukong Suh, of the Detroit Lions, is currently one of the most feared NFL players. At 6'4" and 307 pounds, Suh is pretty impressive physically. At the 2010 combine, he ran the 40 yard dash in 4.98 seconds; bench pressed 225# for 32 reps; his vertical was 35.5" and his standing broad jump was 8'9". What did Ndamukong do to prepare for the combine and playing in the NFL? Adam Kessler, a Columbus, Ohio speed trainer, takes a look at Ndamukong's hard work and training. Click here to see what Ndamukong's training consisted of: Not To Be Missed-Ndamukong Suh's Workout

Could Speed Training Help You?

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:10:00 +0000

If you, your parent, or coach, is asking this question, then you may benefit from a speed training program. Several recent research studies highlight the benefits of speed training. Adam Kessler, a speed training professional in Columbus, Ohio, has changed approximately 75% of his program in recent years because of some of this research, so you may benefit more. If you have recently completed participation in a fall sport or are looking to make improvements for an upcoming sport, then click here to see if our program is something that you may benefit from: Could Speed Training Help You?

One Of Tim Tebow's Workout Programs

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:37:00 +0000

Speed and conditioning trainer, Adam Kessler, of Columbus, Ohio, takes a look at one of Tim Tebow's recent off-season work-outs. Tebow, the current starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos, performed 3 reps of the following workout to prepare him for the upcoming season:
He initially warmed up doing a lot of rotator cuff exercises. He then went into a Metabolic conditioning circuit, a vertical set circuit, and did some sled drives. Next, he did an upper body work to rest the lower body some. To read more details about the workout, click here: One Of Tim Tebow's Workout Programs

Workout Program For Carson Palmer In Preparation For The Raiders

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 21:02:00 +0000

It looks like Carson Palmer isn't retiring after all, considering his recent trade from the Bengals to the Raiders. How could Carson have stayed in shape during his short "retirement" in case a trade did occur? Adam Kessler, a speed trainer in Columbus, Ohio, offers his thoughts as to what he would have had the NFL quarterback doing to get him as close to game-ready as possible. The workout Adam recommends is not just for an NFL player though. Most any athlete can take bits and pieces and formulate a good workout program. To see what Adam would have with Carson in the off-season, click here: Workout Program For Carson Palmer In Preparation For The Raiders

Are Your Running Mechanics The Cause Of Those Nagging Running Injuries?

noreply@blogger.com (Adam Kessler) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:43:00 +0000

Are you inconvenienced by nagging running injuries? Do you think it is just time for a new pair of running shoes or could the "new" injury be caused from a previous/old injury? Adam Kessler, a speed trainer in Columbus, Ohio, takes a look at some possible causes for these nagging injuries. It may be that your running mechanics are partially to blame. To read Adam thoughts on some of the causes and the recommendations he makes to help correct and/or prevent these injuries in the future, click here: Are Your Running Mechanics The Cause Of Those Nagging Running Injuries?