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The Art of Coaching: Cultivating Growth and Inspiration
By Janine Tucker · 3 days ago
When I look back on my 29 years of coaching the women’s lacrosse team at Johns Hopkins University – I can’t help but smile. That smile has less to do with the wins we were ...
15 Basketball Dribbling Games and Passing Drills for Better Ball Handling
By Pat Clatchey · 6 days ago
Dribbling games and passing drills are crucial for developing fundamental basketball skills like ball control, court awareness, and quick decision-making.
My name is Pat Clatchey, and I’m the head varsity boys basketball coach at Mount ...
The Ultimate Leg Day Workout Routine: 10 Exercises for Stronger Legs
By Tim Bishop · 1 week ago
Leg day builds lower body strength, endurance, and balance. Whether you have access to minimal equipment or just your bodyweight, you can still achieve an effective leg workout.
Below are 10 workouts to include in ...
Golf Bunker Shot Fundamentals: A Detailed Guide
By Parker Parsons · 1 week ago
Players should make it a priority to master proven bunker shot fundamentals and techniques to improve their game. One of the most challenging parts of golf is when you land in the bunker. However, if ...
3 Baseball Hitting Drills to Improve Your Swing
By Jonathan Schwind · 2 weeks ago
A baseball hitting drill is a structured exercise designed to enhance a players ability to improve their swing, create more optimal contact, and improve their overall hitting mechanics.
These drills often focus on specific aspects ...
The Future of Coaching: Using Data and Analytics in Sports
By Maddie Martin · 2 weeks ago
In the fast-paced world of modern sports, data and analytics have become indispensable tools for coaches aiming to enhance team performance and make informed decisions. The integration of data-driven insights allows coaches to optimize training, ...
Baseball History
By Jack Boreham · 3 weeks ago
Sixty-five million people play baseball worldwide, with the popular American pastime ranking seventh in popularity internationally. It is estimated that baseball has around 500 million fans globally, concentrated in Japan, the United States, and South ...
Meditation for Athletes
By Isnation Author · 3 weeks ago
Meditation and mindfulness practices are important tools for enhancing mental health as an athlete. While the stigma around mental health was greatly reduced in recent years, alot of people still think meditation is something only ...
Wellness for Athletes
By Isnation Author · 1 month ago
At ISNation, we believe that holistic wellness for an athlete is a combination of both physical health and mental fitness.
Getting Enough Sleep
Sleep is very important in maintaining both your physical and mental health. ...
Mental Toughness Exercises
By Isnation Author · 1 month ago
In the standard psychological literature, the four pillars of mental toughness are motivation, self-confidence, attentional focus, and managing pressure.
Motivation
In terms of motivation, an athlete with a strong desire to achieve and push past ...
Gambling and Your Wallet: A Financial Lesson Hidden in Plain Sight
By Taibat Fasina · 1 week ago
Most people associate gambling with quick wins, flashing lights, and empty bank accounts. But hidden beneath the surface is a gritty, unapologetic teacher: Money doesn’t play games, even if you do. Whether it’s poker, sports ...
Athlete Mental Health: The Toolkit
By Isnation Author · 1 month ago
Poor mental health is becoming more common in sports, with athletes experiencing a growing number of sporting pressures that contribute to mental health issues. While the numbers are rising, athletes can benefit from various exercises, ...
Where Did Field Hockey Originate? Tracing the History of Stick and Ball Sports
By Laura-Ann Lane · 1 month ago
Field hockey is the third most played sport globally – with billions of fans globally. Beloved by many, field hockey has been a staple at the world’s most popular sporting events, such as the Olympics, ...
Positive Self Talk Examples and Activities for Athletes from Former NFL Quarterback
By Danny Wuerffel · 1 month ago
Self talk, or the inner voice, is a psychological tool athletes can use to improve performance across sporting disciplines. Yet, many professionals, including coaches and parents, do not know how to utilize this skill to ...
Soccer Passing Drills Suitable for Beginners and Advanced Players
By Val Texeira · 1 month ago
Passing is a fundamental skill in soccer. Whether you’re playing in the midfield, defense, or even when striking, mastering passing techniques and drills is key to maintaining possession, controlling the game, and creating scoring opportunities. ...
Ranking the Fastest Swimming Strokes: A Guide to Speed in the Pool
By Jack Boreham · 1 month ago
Throughout a swimmer’s competitive journey, athletes contest in various swimming strokes to advance from local to regional and even international levels of mastery. As swimmers progress up the competitive pecking order, they specialize in stroke-specific ...
The Future of Coaching: Using Data and Analytics in Sports
By Maddie Martin · 1 month ago
In the fast-paced world of modern sports, data and analytics have become indispensable tools for coaches aiming to enhance team performance and make informed decisions. The integration of data-driven insights allows coaches to optimize training, ...
The Evolution of Location Based Entertainment: The Future of Immersive Experiences
By Tom Smith · 1 month ago
The Evolution of Location Based Entertainment: The Future of Immersive Experiences
Location based entertainment has come a long way since its humble beginnings, evolving from traditional arcade games and theme parks to cutting-edge immersive experiences ...
Legendary Coach Arthur Lydiard: Revolutionizing Distance Running
By Craig Payne · 1 month ago
Arthur Lydiard was born on July 6, 1917, in Auckland, New Zealand, into a modest family that would unknowingly set the stage for his future contributions to the world of athletics. Growing up in a ...
How Basketball Was Born: A Look at Its Origins
By Limarc Ambalina · 1 month ago
Basketball, one of the world’s most beloved sports, captivates millions with its fast-paced action and compelling history. Yet, many fans may not know exactly how this global phenomenon came to be. This blog post delves ...