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Boosting Speed, Power & Resilience for Runners
To help ensure longevity as runner as you age your focus might shift from sheer distance covered to smart, efficient training that...

Coach Dave
Sep 10, 20244 min read
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Explosive Sprint Starts: Using the Gym to Boost Acceleration
Sprint acceleration is a critical component of athletic performance. Learn how to use the gym to improve your performance.

Coach Dave
Sep 2, 20246 min read
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5 Dryland Training Mistakes Swimmers Must Avoid for Improved Performance
If you're serious about improving your swimming performance, dryland training is non-negotiable. Here are the top 5 mistakes swimmers make.

Coach Dave
Aug 26, 20243 min read
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Developing Your Speed Reserve
Developing speed reserve is crucial for runners who want to perform at their best. Your Anaerobic Speed Reserve (ASR) is key to...

Coach Dave
Aug 20, 20242 min read
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When Is Strong, Strong Enough?
At some point, chasing bigger and bigger numbers in the gym can lead to diminishing returns - so how strong is enough??

Coach Dave
Aug 12, 20242 min read
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Flexibility and Mobility for Rowers Over 30
Learn the importance of mobility for rowers over 30 as we aim to maintain and improve performance on the water.

Coach Dave
Aug 6, 20242 min read
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Cheat Code for Swimmers: Enhancing Performance Beyond the Pool
By applying resistance through strength training, swimmers can effectively gain significant increases in strength & power.

Coach Dave
Jul 29, 20244 min read
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Why Smart Athletes Swear by Deload Weeks
Watch your performances grow by structuring deload weeks into your programme.

Coach Dave
Jul 22, 20243 min read
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My Top 6 Exercises to Include in (nearly) Every Training Program…and Why
Find the top 6 exercises to include in any sports performance program... and get yourself started.

Coach Dave
Jul 15, 20243 min read
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Why Some Sports Have Overlooked Strength and Conditioning & How It Can Transform Performance
Every sportsperson can benefit from strength and conditioning training - no matter your sport.

Coach Dave
Jul 9, 20243 min read
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Overcoming Training Motivation Slumps
Maintaining consistent motivation is a challenge every athlete faces at some point in their training journey.

Coach Dave
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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Anti-Rotation Exercises Benefit All Athletes
Anti-rotation exercises help build power and control in all sports.

Coach Dave
Jun 20, 20243 min read
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Smash Your Spartan Race Performance with Improved Grip Strength
For athletes competing in Spartan races, grip strength is crucial.

Coach Dave
May 21, 20242 min read
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Enhance Your Parkrun: Essential Strategies for Runners Over 30
To improve your parkrun time and overall performance, integrating targeted strength and conditioning strategies is crucial.

Coach Dave
May 21, 20243 min read
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Foam Rolling for Runners (and others)
As athletes over 30, we're no strangers to the importance of recovery and injury prevention in maintaining peak performance. One powerful...

Coach Dave
May 14, 20242 min read
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The Time-Saving Benefits of Strength Training
As athletes mature beyond their 30s, time becomes an increasingly precious commodity. Between career commitments, family...

Coach Dave
May 6, 20242 min read
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Why Your Gym Routine Might Not Translate to Sports Success
My daughter is 14 and absolutely devoted to her dancing - ballet in particular. She trains 6 days per week, including classes of up to 3...

Coach Dave
Apr 30, 20242 min read
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Managing Osteoarthritis for Active Athletes
Staying active is not only possible but also crucial for managing osteoarthritis and continuing to excel in your sport.

Coach Dave
Apr 23, 20242 min read
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Unlock Your Inner Champion: 10 Mental Toughness Secrets for Athletes
Developing mental toughness is crucial for athletes striving to excel in their sport. Athletes face demanding training regimes and...

Coach Dave
Apr 15, 20242 min read
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Faster - Without Running the Extra Kms
For many runners, hitting plateaus or facing the frustration of injuries can be all too familiar. Despite pouring in effort and miles,...

Coach Dave
Apr 9, 20242 min read
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