http://achieveoptimalperformance.com Achieve Optimal Performance - Speed Training, Strength and Conditioning Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:31:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en   Stop Putting Up With That Unwanted Fat… So, you're trying to lose some weight. You've tried every diet, every magic pill, and none of them worked.  Why? Because DIETS DON'T WORK! You need to change your habits, you don't need a diet. Well, I'm going to show you how you can accomplish your ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/sports-nutrition/healthy-weight-loss-now   In order to achieve your top speed, you have to have the right mechanics. Just like every sport, there are more beneficial ways to run in order to reach your top speed and more. This video is designed to help develop proper running form and give you the tools to succeed. •Improve ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/sports-training-videos/achieve-top-speed-parti Nutritional Guide for Athletes In order to maximize your training gains over the summer you need to put the proper nutrition into your body. Below are some general guidelines to help with a healthy energy filled nutrition plan. 1. Eat breakfast everyday Breakfast is a very important meal. It jumpstarts your body and ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/sports-nutrition/summer-training-and-nutrition-tips http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/motivation-well-being/sportsmanship-softball-story When strengthening the legs and hips, most of us take our time and work on squats, dead lifts, and other power lifts that will build power and strength. These are very important to develop the speed you want and need to compete in sports today, but there are other things ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/sports-training/hip-strength-for-speed http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/sports-training/active-range-of-motion-vs-stretching   Now that you are improving your ability to stay centered and have a better awareness of your body, let's try to focus your energy in a specific manner. You will need a partner to help you out with this. First, make a circle with your thumb and index finger. The ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/motivation-well-being/centering-focusing-your-energy How Deep to go during a Squat  The depth of a squat is a frequently discussed topic. Many professionals, coaches, and athletes will debate this question until they are blue in the face. So why do I bring it up here? It is a good question, but one that should be ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/strength-training/squatting-depth The bench press is a traditional lift that many have used to increase strength and power in the upper body. It is an exercise that is traditionally targeting the pectoralis major, deltoids, and triceps. We are all familiar with the movement: lie on your back on a bench, lift the ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/strength-training/bench-press Hopefully you have been practicing the last technique of centering the body. We will now expand upon this. While lying down, center yourself again. Start with the ball at your forehead. Begin circle breathing and bring your qi down to your belly. Once it is there and you can keep ... http://achieveoptimalperformance.com/motivation-well-being/centering-gaining-body-awareness