Flexibility Training for Young Athletes

[wpfblike] Chris Blake gives answer some common questions about flexibility training for young athletes What is the difference between Flexibility and Mobility? Flexibility can have two definitions: 1.) The ability of muscle to lengthen during passive movements. 2.) Range of motion about a joint and surrounding musculature during passive movements. Mobility can also have two ways of being defined. The main definition is the state of being in motion. But this state of motion can be looked at within certain joints (subtalar mobility) or as a physical whole (moving from one position into the next during.. More »

IYCA Specialist: Is Your OB-GYN Also A Dentist?

[wpfblike] IYCA is about creating specialists There are a lot of reasons someone may feel proud of themselves. But I’m not going to bother listing them all right now. I want to cut right to the chase. I did it. You did it. We did it together. We’re making ‘them’ stand up and take notice. We’re forcing them to respond to us and what we have to say. We didn’t ask for their input, but we forced them into taking action. The fitness world is about to embark on.. More »

IYCA International Summit: A Life Changing Event…

[wpfblike] IYCA International Summit DVD’s are almost ready. I’m about 4 or 5 days away from being able to let you get your hands on what has been called "one of the greatest fitness events ever." And that’s why I’m able now to show you this short video. 25 year industry vet and international fitness legend, Billy Corbit, gave the keynote introduction at my first annual IYCA International Summit. The passion, energy, emotion and dedication is absolutely palpable. Watch and see exactly what I’ve been telling you about – "I just.. More »

The Truth About Training High School Athletes

[wpfblike] High School Athletes If you want to see more on high school athletes don’t worry P.S. – The complete IYCA International Summit DVD’s are coming soon… VERY soon. The experience was incredible, the atmospehere electric and the information unbelievable. Your front row ticket to all of it is coming soon. Watch for an email announcement over the next week or so…

The Secret to Speed and Agility

[wpfblike] Speed and Agility With Young Athletes Speed and Agility with the IYCA has longer term development in mind with young athletes

A Lesson on Youth Sports Injuries

Youth Sports Injuries Can Be Avoided Jim Ochse is an athletic trainer and strength and conditioning coach at DeSales University in Center Valley, Pa. He serves as athletic trainer for the women’s Volleyball, men’s and women’s cross-country, women’s tennis, and baseball. During the summer, Jim presents SAQ camps for athletes from 10-18 years of age in northeastern PA. IYCA: What’s your background in youth sports and athletics? Have you worked with young athletes? JO: I started out as a Health and Physical Education teacher for K- 6 for several years, but was disenchanted in how physical fitness was instituted in.. More »

The Biggest Problem in Youth Sports Training?

[wpfblike] Youth Sports Training Mistakes The most common problem facing Trainers & Coaches today with respect to developing young athletes over time is the ability to plan long-term. The personal training and coaching professions are most typically based on a session-to-session consideration – clients pay per session most often and Trainers create training programs one session at a time. The same is true for coaching sport – most Coaches script out one practice plan at a time, rather than create a relative flow for an entire month or even season. Limited Plan… Limited Gain The problem.. More »

Another Great Interview on Athletic Development

[wpfblike] Athletic Development For Youth Training for speed and agility is essential for those serious about excelling in competitive sports. 2x All-American football player Dan Fichter knows what it takes. BG: What’s your background in youth sports and athletics? Have you trained a lot of young athletes? DF: My Athletic development background is very simple. It was fueled by my love for sports. All sports! When I was done playing football in the Arena Football League, I decided to make it a goal to learn from the best around. I have tried so many different programs.. More »

IYCA wants to provide

Is the IYCA doing what you need? Every single day of every single week, I receive emails from all over the world. And it’s the most amazing thing I have ever experienced. I mean, I was raised in Toronto, Canada by a little redheaded Irish Mom with a big temper (who I love dearly) and a crusty Italian Dad with the best "don’t screw with me" stare you have ever seen (who I rank as one of the greatest human beings on the planet). I had two older brothers who took turns beating me up, and a dog named Tiger.. More »

The 3-4-5 System for Young Athletes

[wpfblike] Young Athletes Training System Stephen Holt has long been considered one of the fitness industry’s top personal trainers. He has been highlighted by NSCA, PTontheNet, Fitness Magazine, IDEA and Health and Fitness Source, to name a few. Additionally, Stephen has been named "Expert of the Year" by AllExperts.com and "Personal Trainer of the Year" by the American Council on Exercise. BG: What’s your background in youth sports and athletics? Have you worked with young athletes? SH: Hi, Brian. First, let my point out that I’m really glad to hear about your book. Far too.. More »

IYCA: Being Part of Something Bigger and Better

[wpfblike] IYCA and Youth Fitness Pros "Our staff saw first-hand the commitment and passion that draws many to the IYCA. The Founder volunteered his time and drove 5 hours to help us out. He gave our team pointers on how to become better coaches and grow our training business! We are still in awe of how well this past weekend went! Thanks again Brian for the man you are and the organization you assembled!! What the IYCA has done for my career is something I just can’t express in words" – Aaron Larmore Become.. More »

Youth Fitness Specialist From The IYCA

[wpfblike] Become a Youth Fitness Specialist A 3-tiered Youth Fitness Specialist system that is guaranteed to boost your career forever and completely recession-proof your business. Here’s your direct link- Become a Youth Fitness Specialist Today We are facing some very difficult and scary economic times. But your career doesn’t have to be effected at all if you plan wisely. The youth market of the industry continues to surge with record-breaking revenues being seen throughout the world. I want you to quickly read IYCA Member, David Gleason’s story – .. More »

IYCA Members: Old and New Agree….

[wpfblike] IYCA Wants To Help It’s no coincidence that two of the most successful fitness professionals in the world claim that the IYCA has been a foundation to there success. I understand that these economic times have been challenging for you. Not only do I understand, but I’m prepared to do something about it. Success like Zach and BJ is attainable for you. And in the next couple of days, I’m going to show you how we at the IYCA will help… – Brian

The Economic Stimulus and Your Fitness Center

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High School Strength And Conditioning With Chris Scarborough

[wpfblike] High School Strength And Conditioning Interview Chris Scarborough is a professional Strength & Conditioning Coach who specializes in Youth Athlete Development. His information is top-notch and reflects his unprecedented knowledge of this topic. BG: What’s your background in youth sports and athletics? Have you trained a lot of young athletes? CS: As a young athlete myself many years ago, I was always interested in the conditioning aspect of sport. In 1995 I became licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Alabama and took a job in an outpatient therapy clinic.. More »