Better Sports Performance 

Check out our own book, Better Sports Performance.  This beast is a comprehensive guide to coaching and training athletes. It's a great combination of scientific, education based info, but also hands-on, applicable information.  We give you the tools and understanding of a multitude of areas.  Check out the table of contents...

Table of Contents

1. Exercise Physiology 
        Definition and Terms
        Muscle Physiology         
        Muscle Structure 
        Sliding Filament Theory 
        Motor Unit Recruitment 
        Size Principle 
        Rate Coding 
        Synchronization 
        Stretch-Shortening Cycle 
        Sarcomeres In Series 
        Force-Velocity Curves  
        Length-Tension Relationship 
        Muscle Fiber Characteristics 
        Energy Systems 

2. Biomechanics/Anatomy 
        Definition and Terms  
        Human Anatomy             
            Ankle/Foot 
            Knee
            Hip/Pelvis 
            Spine
            Inner/Deep Core 
            Elbow 
            Shoulder 
        Joint-by-Joint Theory 
        Planes 
        Levers 
        Biomechanic Applications 

3. Sports Performance Analysis 
        Assessment 
        Exercise Technique             
            Deadlift
            Squat
            Bench
            Push-Up 
            Pull-Up 
            Hip Hinge 
            Kettlebell Swing 
            Half-Kneeling Position 
            Front Squat 
        Common Technique Errors 
        Exercise Progressions 
        EMG and Exercises 
        Common Athlete Dysfunctions/Injuries 

4. Training Plan 
        Supercompensation 
        Law of Progressive Overload 
        Law of Specificity 
        Volume 
        Intensity
        Rest Intervals
        Duration 
        Periodization         
        Periodization Models 

5. Training Variables 
        The Athlete Pyramid
            Movement Efficiency 
            Strength 
            Power 
            Acceleration 
            Top-End Speed
        The Forgotten             
            Change of Direction Mechanics 
            Landing Mechanics 
            Falling Mechanics 
        Range of Motion: Mobility and Flexibility 
        Relaxed is Fast 
        Rest/Recovery Methods

6. Program Design 
        Pillars of Movement 
        Example Programs
        Warm-Up 
        Metabolic Conditioning
        Training Youth Athletes
        Training Girls 

7. Nutrition          
        Basics 
        Popular Supplements 
        Guide to Gaining Weight 
        Fat Loss/Health Essentials
        Snack List 
        Shopping List 

8. Reading List 

9. Equipment List 

10. Cool Tools 

11. References 
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"I always go back to the Better Sports Performance material for better training protocol. Thanks Mike for great training advice!"
  - Jake M


Hi Mike, first of all thanks for putting together such a great rescource - I bought your book Better Sports Performance and after reading the first pages I have to say - it´s really good!
   - Mathias K