ISSA Blog Articles

It’s no secret that the foods we eat affect our performance. If you train endurance athletes, here are a few dietary recommendations to help them perform better in their events of choice.

Unlock your performance in the rink with lower body power exercises. Boost speed, agility, and power by strengthening key muscle groups. Check out these lower body exercises that are essential for hockey players.

Plyometric exercises are great additions to a regular routine of cardio and weightlifting. They build power and strength, develop more fast twitch muscle fibers, and improve speed. If you want to be a faster runner or just a more agile athlete, try these exercises.

Step up your baseball game and prioritize injury prevention. Learn the most effective exercises that boost performance, improve skills, and lengthen your baseball career.

Injury in softball can lead to decreased performance and career-ending situations. To prevent injury you have to be proactive. This involves understanding common injuries and how to prevent them.

If your clients are golfers, they’re probably already dreaming of spring weather and hitting the links. Help them start improving their game now, in the gym, with golf-focused training sessions.

A proper hockey training regimen will improve explosive power, flexibility, and mobility. Learn how to effectively train with strength and conditioning for hockey.

While strength and power are similar terms, they represent two different things in fitness. Learn what those differences are and how to train for each.

As a personal trainer, you understand the importance of helping your clients achieve their fitness goals. But have you ever considered specializing in exercise recovery?

“I don’t want to be better at my sport” said no athlete ever. So, what’s one way to improve sports performance for yourself or training clients? Agility ladder drills. Here are five that are easy enough for beginners but still effectively boost speed and agility.

Muscle contractions are part of all human movement. Understanding the different types of muscle contractions will ensure safe and effective training. Learn the right lifting techniques and how isometric exercises can enhance your results.

Mobility balance training is perhaps the most impactful component of longevity, athletic performance, and injury prevention. Here’s what you need to know.