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🦵 ACL Rehab Requires More Than Just Physio
Carmen Bott published a new blog on Strength Coach Network breaking down ACL rehab roles. The reality: up to 30% of young athletes re-tear their ACL after returning to sport—primarily due to inadequate physical preparation. Physiotherapy handles medical healing (swelling, pain, ROM), but research shows deficits in strength, power, and neuromuscular control are the strongest predictors of reinjury.
Athletes who failed strength criteria were 4x more likely to reinjure. Red flags: basic exercises 3+ months post-surgery, no objective testing, clearance based on time instead of performance. Kinesiologists and S&C specialists focus on progressive strength and landing mechanics—the missing piece in most rehab programs. Read More
🏈 Giants Finalize Performance Staff Under Harbaugh
John Harbaugh named his full coaching staff, retaining six performance coaches from the previous regime: Aaron Wellman (executive director of player performance), Chris Allen, Sam Coad, Matthew Frakes (nutrition), Mark Naylor, and Drew Wilson. The S&C department is led by Ron Shrift (director, 9 years with Ravens) and Brian Ellis (assistant, formerly Baylor). Shrift led all sports science, speed, strength, and recovery initiatives in Baltimore. Fourteen total coaches came from Harbaugh's Ravens staff. Read More
💼 Your Spouse's Personality Affects Your Career
A 2014 Washington University study tracked nearly 5,000 Australians and found that a conscientious spouse (reliable, organized) leads to higher income, more promotions, and better job satisfaction.
Conscientious partners handle household tasks, model good habits, and create a supportive home environment that frees mental energy for work. The research went viral after entrepreneur Paul Bloom revived it on X, drawing agreement from many who credit their spouses for career success. Read More
☘️ Notre Dame Loses Fred Hale to Eagles
Fred Hale, Notre Dame's veteran assistant S&C coach, is leaving for the Philadelphia Eagles after five years with the Irish. Hale served as interim director in 2023 following Matt Balis's resignation and helped guide Notre Dame to a 10-3 season. He'll join Nick Siriani's staff as assistant S&C coach. Head strength leader Loren Landow was approached by multiple NFL teams but confirmed he's staying in college. Hale's wife, Valerie, also works in Notre Dame's S&C department with Olympic sports. Read More
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