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A review of the effects of concurrent resistance and endurance training on cyclists

by Sean Cochran

The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of concurrent resistance and endurance training in the physiological and performance parameters of well-trained cyclists (Levin et al., 2009). Optimal training programs for cyclists are vague, and the implementation of resistance training concurrently with endurance training is not detailed in terms of the inclusion of resistance training can enhance certain...

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Bunkered Magazine – May 2023

by Sean Cochran

Meet the man who got Phil Mickelson into his best shape ever by Sean Cochran and Ben Parsons "I leave it up to the players for what works best for them. They know their bodies. In the off season with no competitions, we’re in the gym four times a week for about 90 minutes. In season, it’s 45-60 minutes and we drop it...

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Force Production in Relation to Muscle Fiber Types

by Sean Cochran

Muscles facilitate locomotion of the skeletal system. This process is achieved through the ability of a muscle to actively shorten and produce tension (McGinnis, 2020). The production of tension occurs through the active contractile unit of each muscle fiber. This basic contractile unit of a single muscle fiber is the sarcomere (Haff and Triplett, 2016). Muscle Fibers The process by which a...

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Principles and Guidelines of Speed, Acceleration, and Agility

by Sean Cochran

An athlete’s ability to outrun the opposing team is a characteristic of many athletic endeavors. As is the ability to change direction rapidly and beat an opponent during competition. A common component of field sports is high speed locomotion and rapid changes of direction. Additionally, many track and field events success is based upon linear locomotion and rapid acceleration. It...

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Guidelines and Principles of Strength Training

by Sean Cochran

The intended goals of a strength and conditioning program for the athletic or general population is based upon the implementation of a properly structured program. The design component of the program will utilize a structured approach to stimulate the intended physiological, psychological, and tactical goals of the athlete (Bompa and Buzzichelli, 2019). The physiological goals of such programming are typically...

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