13 Methods To Increase Your Conditioning

By Skyler Zarndt MS, ATC, RSCC   This is the 4th part of what is an overview of Joel Jamieson’s Certified Conditioning Coach Course.  In this segment, we will discuss a variety of training methods that you can use to increase your conditioning levels.  If you need a refresher, check out Part 1, Part 2,… Continue reading 13 Methods To Increase Your Conditioning

Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach Course: Part 2

By Skyler Zarndt MS, ATC, RSCC   Yesterday we briefly outlined Joel Jamieson’s Certified Conditioning Coach course.  If you didn’t get a chance to take a peek at it, check it out here.  In essence, the course offers a real world practicality that can be applied by any person, regardless of training age or experience.… Continue reading Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach Course: Part 2

Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach Course: Part 1

By Skyler Zarndt MS, ATC, RSCC   This weekend, I had the pleasure of attending Joel Jamieson’s “BioForce Certified Conditioning Coach” course in Indianapolis. Joel is known in the industry as the guru for all things conditioning related.  He is the author of the “Ultimate MMA Conditioning” book, which was written specifically for combat sports,… Continue reading Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach Course: Part 1

Training at Lactate Threshold Part 1

By Skyler Zarndt MS, ATC, CSCS   Last week, I was introduced to a group fitness class at a studio here in Scottsdale.  I’ve always been hesitant/resistant to go to any classes like these.  I’ve been designing my own workouts for years, I’ve gotten fairly good results, and quite frankly, get highly annoyed by the… Continue reading Training at Lactate Threshold Part 1

Conditioning for Baseball: Part 2

By Skyler Zarndt MS, ATC, CSCS IF YOU WANT TO BE FAST, YOU MUST TRAIN FAST… Sometimes… Yesterday we discussed how training the aerobic energy system would be beneficial for baseball.  And not just baseball, for almost any sport.  Many people would argue that “if you train slow, you’ll be slow.”  To which I’d reply… Continue reading Conditioning for Baseball: Part 2

Aerobic Training for Baseball

By Skyler Zarndt MS, ATC, CSCS               When we talk about athletes that LOOK like athletes, baseball players aren’t usually in the conversation.  I will admit, some of the athletes I work with throughout the year look less like professional athletes and more like professional video game players. But… Continue reading Aerobic Training for Baseball