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John 14:1-14
John 14:1-14

Nation Training
Nov 30, 2025


Football Season is Over... Now What?
The off-season is your chance to get better, not just maintain. Focus on building strength, speed, and explosiveness, correcting weaknesses, and improving conditioning. The work you put in now sets the foundation to dominate next season.

Nation Training
Nov 27, 2025


John 10:25-30
John 10:25-30

Nation Training
Nov 23, 2025


Force-Velocity Curve: Balancing Strength and Speed
The force-velocity curve explains the trade-off between strength and speed in every movement. Understanding this relationship helps athletes train intentionally, balancing heavy strength work with explosive, high-velocity exercises to maximize power and performance.

Nation Training
Nov 20, 2025


John 5:16-30
John 5:16-30

Nation Training
Nov 16, 2025


Mechanisms of Hypertrophy
Muscle growth happens through more than just lifting heavy. Hypertrophy is driven by three key mechanisms: mechanical tension, muscle damage, and metabolic stress. Understanding how each contributes to growth helps you train smarter and build muscle more effectively.

Nation Training
Nov 13, 2025


John 3:1-21
John 3:1-21

Nation Training
Nov 9, 2025


Muscle Fiber Types and Training Implications (Type I vs IIa vs IIx)
Muscle fibers are not all the same. We have different fiber types that respond to training in different ways. Understanding the roles of Type I, Type IIa, and Type IIx fibers helps explain why certain workouts build endurance, while others build strength and power. Knowing the difference allows us to train with purpose instead of guessing.

Nation Training
Nov 6, 2025


The Truth About Ice Baths, Compression, and Recovery Tools for Youth
"In youth sports, recovery is essential—but flashy tools like ice baths, compression boots, and massage guns are secondary to the basics. For young athletes, the real keys to recovering faster and performing better are quality sleep, proper nutrition, hydration, and smart training loads.

Nation Training
Sep 25, 2025


Fueling Young Athletes: The Science Behind Pre- and Post-Workout Meals
"Pre- and post-workout nutrition is one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of youth athletic performance. Eating the right foods at the right times fuels energy, supports recovery, and helps young athletes grow stronger, perform better, and reduce the risk of injury.

Nation Training
Sep 23, 2025


John 1:1-18
John 1:1-18

Nation Training
Sep 21, 2025


The Role of Eccentric Training in Injury Reduction and Performance
Eccentric strength—the ability to control and absorb force as muscles lengthen—is a key ingredient in athletic performance and injury prevention. For young athletes, incorporating controlled lowering movements and deceleration drills builds resilient, high-performing bodies while reducing the risk of common injuries like hamstring strains and ACL tears.

Nation Training
Sep 20, 2025


The Recovery Gap in Youth Sports: Why Sleep and Nutrition Matter More Than Supplements
Recovery is the often-overlooked cornerstone of youth athletic performance. For young athletes, quality sleep and proper nutrition—not supplements or gimmicks—are what truly allow the body to adapt, grow stronger, and stay healthy. Before adding extra workouts or recovery products, ask the simple question: is this athlete actually recovering?

Nation Training
Sep 18, 2025


Why Strength Comes First: Foundational Training for All Young Athletes
While speed, agility, and sport-specific skills often take the spotlight, the true foundation of athletic performance is strength. For young athletes, building strength safely and progressively improves movement, boosts neuromuscular control, reduces injury risk, and sets the stage for long-term success both on and off the field.

Nation Training
Sep 16, 2025


Psalm 19
Psalm 19

Nation Training
Aug 31, 2025


Body Fat Percentage in Athletes: What’s Healthy, What’s Optimal, and Why It Matters
Body fat percentage tells a much clearer story than the scale ever will—especially for athletes. In this blog, we break down what healthy and optimal ranges look like, how different sports demand different physiques, and why chasing ultra-low numbers can sometimes do more harm than good. Whether you're trying to gain an edge or just better understand your body, this one's worth the read.

Nation Training
Aug 29, 2025


Agility vs Change of Direction Training: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Agility and Change of Direction aren't the same—and if you're only training one, you're leaving performance on the table. In this post, we break down the key differences between COD and true agility, why both matter for athletes, and how to train them effectively. If you want to move better, react faster, and play at a higher level, this is a must-read.

Nation Training
Aug 27, 2025


Hydration and Electrolytes: The Dynamic Duo for Peak Athletic Performance
Hydration is more than just drinking water—it's about replacing the electrolytes your body loses in sweat to keep performing at your best. Whether you're sprinting, lifting, or grinding through a tough game, understanding how to fuel your body with the right balance of fluids and minerals can be the difference between hitting your peak or crashing early. Check out our latest blog to learn what electrolytes really do and how to hydrate like an athlete.

Nation Training
Aug 25, 2025


Psalm 1
Psalm 1

Nation Training
Aug 24, 2025


Front Squat vs Back Squat: Which One is Right for You?
Wondering whether the front squat or back squat is better for your training? Both have unique benefits, from building quad strength and core stability to maximizing overall power. Learn which squat fits your goals and sport in our latest blog.

Nation Training
Aug 22, 2025
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