Sport Science Lab Content

Tensile Strength

tvitiello — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:32:04 +0000

There are three definitions of tensile strength:

Yield Strength

The stress at which material strain changes from elastic deformation to plastic deformation, causing it to deform permanently.

Ultimate Strength

The maximum stress a material can withstand when subjected to tension, compression or shearing. It is the maximum stress on the stress-strain curve.

Breaking Strength

The stress coordinate on the stress-strain curve at the point of rupture.

I Can See My House From Here!

tvitiello — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:51:55 +0000

There's an adrenaline rush you get from jumping out of a plane, or hand gliding through the air that (from what I've been told) is second to none. While this workout probably won't give you that same rush, it will help strengthen the muscles that you use while you are soaring through the air. Even if you're not a major thrill seeker, this workout is very beneficial. This workout will help strengthen your hands and forearms and work your core in a way its never been worked before. You ready to take the plunge? Good luck!

Congratulations to the first Sport Science Lab Affiliate class!

john — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:09:07 +0000

Congratulations to our first class of Sport Science Lab Affiliates! Everyone worked hard all weekend long at Sport Science Lab to receive training certificates in a number of different Sport Science Lab methods. We're proud to add the first round of affiliates to our SSL family.

All Hands on Deck

tvitiello — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:54:05 +0000

It's important to create workouts that help people from all walks of life. After a recent school fundraising function that involved many hours of hammering, lifting, painting,cutting, folding, and stapling,I started to think about professions who use their hands every day. Welders, painters, masseuses, physical therapists and hair stylists are just a few of the professionals who use their hands on a daily basis. I was inspired to create this week's W.O.W. for them. Your initial reaction may be apprehensive, but I assure you that even if you don't work with your hands on a daily basis, this W.O.W. will give an intense workout that will make your job a little easier by increasing the strength in your hands, improving your balance, core strength as well as a full body cardio workout.
This W.O.W. will also benefit baseball players, tennis players and people who play contact sports because it enhances the same muscle groups. Try it and let us know what you think.

Hips

Boydbroncosmth — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:29:41 +0000

Running Nowhere Fast

john — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 01:52:34 +0000

A challenging expansion on Leg Lifts

He's a take down machine (part 2): let's get wet

mpcc2021 — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:37:02 +0000

In wrestling and jiujitsu a tricky part of the competition is actually getting the struggle to the ground. Though technique is vital in the art of the takedown your body requires great coordination, explosion, balance, and stamina. You use your core to move someone and require a very deep aerobic and anaerobic pool to draw from, as well as great strength in the feet and hamstrings. This is part 2 of a two part routine; do the first part one week, then the second part the next week. They're designed to be done in order, so be sure to do part 1 before part 2 .

He's a Takedown Machine (Part 1)

mpcc2021 — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:02:22 +0000

In wrestling and jiujitsu a tricky part of the competition is actually getting the struggle to the ground. Though technique is vital in the art of the takedown your body requires great coordination, explosion, balance, and stamina. You use your core to move someone and require a very deep aerobic and anaerobic pool to draw from, as well as great strength in the feet and hamstrings. This part 1 of a two part routine; do the first part one week, then the second part the next week.

The Benefits of Balance

tvitiello — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:37:36 +0000

In my opinion, athletic balance (dynamic balance) and rate-of-force production (power) are the two greatest physical predictors of athletic success. The best running backs, tennis players, basketball players, shortstops, etc. all have great dynamic balance. Having great dynamic balance means that the athlete is able to maintain her or his center of gravity over a constantly changing base of support. Thus, quickness and agility drills help the athlete to improve dynamic balance while not wasting motion. As with all training, balance can be improved by creating challenging training environments.

Kinesthetic awareness, or the ability to know where your body parts are in 3-dimensional space, is required for all movement.This is especially true for athletes. Athletes can be trained to improve proprioception (joint and limb position sense) without using all of the fancy gadgets on the market today. Better proprioception brings about better balance and reduced risk of injuries for the athlete. Balance training also improves the athlete’s core strength. Balance exercises should closely mimic those actions required by the athlete’s sport.

Getting to the Net

barefooter02 — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:08:31 +0000

This workout's main focus is for a hockey player. The most important thing is that hockey players have strong feet and ankles. Since they are mostly supported by stiff boots it is important to have strength in the ankle to maximize force production and balance for the athlete. This workout also is designed to maximize the speed of the hips and the strength of the obliques to maximize the speed on the shot. Hockey is a physical sport where balance and reactions are key! This workout will focus on building a strong foundation to prevent getting knocked around in the corners. This workout will also work on the muscles of the hips and glutes to maximize force production and relaxation while while maximizing the skating stride.

Powerful Punching

tvitiello — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:00:00 +0000

We've had a lot of requests for a W.O.W. that will increase punching power. We listen to our community, so this one is for you!

Controlling and Maintaining (the art of stamina and flexibility)

mpcc2021 — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 05:35:25 +0000

In juijitsu, control is the ability of maintaining, as maintaining is the action of control in juijitsu. The athletic attributes that contribute to the aspect of control in jiujitsu isn't really strength but technique a good aerobic and anaerobic base. Great flexibility, body and spatial awareness. many positions of controls and guards take much stamina and dynamic flexibility also in situations such as long drawn out stalls such as trying to pull of a tough submission from the bottom. It takes great flexibility, stamina, body control and spatial awareness (proprioception)to control your opponent and maintain position.

The Core of a Warrior and the Base of His Attack

mpcc2021 — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:32:42 +0000

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, your core is vital to your attack. Your hips influence these aspects, but in Jiu-Jitsu the mind starts the attack, your core (stomach, lower, back spine, and hip abductors) carries it out and your base (your feet) stabilize it. All movement comes from the feet–this is no different in Jiu-Jitsu. To up your offense you need very nimble feet, a powerful core, and explosive movements. It's not only enough to time the attack correctly–for when you find timing, you must also attack and take full advantage of the opportunity. It is nothing to have proper timing if the body is not prepared to execute.

Functional Strength on the Bottom

mpcc2021 — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 19:42:08 +0000

In jiujitsu and wrestling think about how many times that your body is applying even force. What I mean by this is that in jiujitsu while one arm is applying force the other is blocking a hip or cupping a bicep, etc. Strength and force are applied in different and unorthodox position especially on the bottom applying proper force is a matter of functionality timing and rhythm. Less than absolute strength it is patience and stamina that win the day in grappling.

Editors Note: The opening video is an excerpt from Arte Suave: Jiu Jitsu Life, an amazing grappling documentary. It features BJJ phenom Andre Galvao. We weren't able to find a link to the owners of the video so it's published without permission, but if you own it please let us know and we'll put attribution up immediately. -gh

Labcast 08: Here's something different

Garth Hansen — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:26:27 +0000

On this week's Labcast we'll hear from three athletes that have trained or are training with Sport Science Lab. Sazi Guthrie talks to Terry in the gym about baseball and pitching, and Ter has a chat with an NCAA water polo player. We can't use names for players in college, because of eligibility issues, but I thought what he had to say was pretty cool either way. Zack Fleishmann talks in a radio interview excerpt about how SSL training changed his game. He says some nice stuff, thanks Zack! Here's the rest of the interview. Sorry about the audio quality, its not perfect on the Fleishmann piece.
Thanks for tuning in! Send in your comments and questions for next week's Labcast!

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Kids Balance and Basic Movement Program

Gavin — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:41:29 +0000

A schedule developed to build an athletic foundation in kids so they can excel in sports. A great starting point for any young athlete.

High-Intensity AquaKinetic Training: Legs

john — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:26:11 +0000

The most advanced isokinetic training widely available without a machine.

Jump Rope

john — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:48:50 +0000

Jumping rope is a great cardiovascular warmup, and Sport Science Lab has an advanced method of jumping rope that also challenges the nervous system.

Leg Swing and Reach

john — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:27:09 +0000

The more advanced form of Leg Swings, the Leg Swing and Reach makes the entire core work even harder

This is jiujitsu you got to move your hips

mpcc2021 — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 08:02:03 +0000

This workout is to improve hip flexion and explosion in Brazilian jiujitsu. A lot is demanded of your hips and core and spine. If your opponent cannot control your hips he cannot win. It's about rhythm, flexibility, and explosion in the hips, the core, and spine. To make sure this is possible you engage and use these everyday in BJJ.

Two Foot Toe Raises

tvitiello — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:03:13 +0000

Foot strength is essential for balance and success in sports. Two Foot Raises help to strengthen the muscles in your feet, especially your toes.

Win a Free Proprietary 23-Point Evaluation

john — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:50:07 +0000

How can you train effectively if you don't know what your weakest link is?

In other words you have to know what the important components of the human anatomy are that will make you run faster and jump higher. Your feet, hamstrings, glutes and low abdominals are just a few of the muscles that need to be trained properly in order to maximize your speed. If any of those areas are weak then your body is out of balance and cannot produce the maximal force needed to run fast or jump high.

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Hip Rotation in Water

Gavin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:33:48 +0000

Part of the Leg Series of the High-Intensity AquaKinetic Training

Road Trip

tvitiello — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:20:15 +0000

This is a FREE Workout of the Week for all of our members to enjoy. Sign up for an sign up for the Elite Membership to get access to every single piece of content we have in our library. Sign up today!

I have tons of respect for people who drive for a living. Truckers are an essential part of our economy, delivery drivers provide a gigantic convenience and race car drivers provide tons of entertainment. While driving provides a lot of positives, it can take its toll on your body, especially your back. This week's W.O.W. is designed to strengthen foot, hand, and core muscles. Even if you do not drive for a living you can get a great deal from this W.O.W. Skipping rope is a fantastic cardio workout. The foot exercises are designed to increase the proprioceptors in your feet as well as your balance. The core is going to get an incredible workout and the arm circles and sword pulls will increase strength, speed and flexibility.

Sport Science Lab offers a complete methodology for getting fitter, stronger, and increasing athleticism. It's a low- to no-impact system, and will dramatically reduce risk of injury and shorten rehabilitation times. SSL's methodology works from elite-level professional athletes like Troy Polamalu and Tyson Chandler to everyday people just looking to feel better...and everyone in between. Achieve what you never thought possible, starting today! Order from our store, or sign up for the Elite Membership which grants you access to our complete video library, exclusive content including a W.O.W. every week, and access to the Elite forums, plus more!

Don't forget to call in any questions about this W.O.W. to (760) 542-8775, or send us an email, to be answered on our Labcast.

Labcast 7: Training rationale for mixed martial artists

Garth Hansen — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:34:01 +0000

Gavin and Ter talk about the rationale for MMA fighters to use SSL's methodology.

Sorry about last week, the holidays were nuts! We'll be back next Wednesday with a new Labcast! If you have any suggestions or questions, email us or call our question line!

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