Posts by Matt Cornell
Holiday Eats
Oh the holidays, the most wonderful time of the year, somehow leaving us simultaneously filled with joy and a dash of regret all rolled into one when January comes around.…
Read More300 Yard Shuttle
The 300 yard shuttle run is a test of maximal anaerobic power. Set up requires 25 yards of flat surface where the athlete will run. The goal of the test…
Read MoreThe Slippery Slope of Resulting
As a coach or clinician we are results thirsty. Results are probably why we entered the field. To help others meet goals. To be better versions of themselves. We brandish…
Read More2-1-2 Bound for Symmetry
The 2-1-2 Bound for Symmetry is a test which looks to evaluate impact control and single leg maximal power. This test differs from other tests of single leg power as…
Read More5 TIPS FOR CUTTING ADDED SUGAR OUT OF YOUR DIET
When most people think of added sugar, they immediately think of weight gain. But excessive amounts of sugar can do even more harm. The average American consumes about ½ a…
Read MoreDemystifying Return to Lifting
“When will I be able to get back to squatting?” “When will I finally be able to get back into deadlifting?” “I’ve been trying to get back into CrossFit for…
Read MoreSeated Single Arm Shot Put Test
The single arm seated medicine ball shot put test evaluates an individual’s single arm power. Set up requires that the subject is placed in a seated position with their back against the wall, and a 4 lb medicine ball held in a shot put position.
Read MoreUpper Body Movement Control Test
The Upper Body Movement Control Test evaluates shoulder and total body stability, movement control, willingness to load the upper extremity, and wrist mobility.
Read MoreSingle Leg 7m Hop for Time
The Single Leg 7m Hop for Time evaluates single leg elastic power and can be performed as part of a return to sport test battery. The goal of the test is to cover 7m by hopping on 1 leg as quickly as possible.
Read MoreAre You Empowering Your Clients with Contingency Plans?
We all know the moment. A client who has been progressing well shows up for your session. You spot it immediately, their body language is a bit off. Is that a limp? You know what there going to say before they even say it…..
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