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Good morning. New research has a warm-up tweak for COD sports, a performance coach's 5-second rule is worth stealing, and Marcus Williams earns a promotion at UMass Lowell. Let's get into it.
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🏃 Deceleration Isometrics Can Sharpen Change of Direction
In a new Biology of Sport study, researchers tested whether deceleration-specific isometric exercises could acutely enhance COD performance in male youth academy soccer players. Two isometric positions — targeting the early (DECEISO) and late (DECLISO) deceleration subphases — were compared using the 5-0-5 test at 0, 4, 8, and 12 minutes post-activation. Both protocols produced significant improvements, but the early deceleration position delivered the larger effect, with peak gains at the 8-minute mark (effect size g = 0.90).
The practical takeaway for coaches: a brief deceleration isometric hold, timed about 8 minutes before COD-heavy activity, may be worth adding to your warm-up. Read more
🔴 Stray Dog Strength Is Debuting a Custom Cavs-Branded Smith Machine at CSCCa
Stray Dog Strength is unveiling a brand-new Smith machine with an overcoming isometric attachment at CSCCa in Fort Worth. The rack is custom-built and will be displayed in Cleveland Cavaliers branding at the show. It's been in development, and this is one of the first chances coaches will have to see it in person. If you're at CSCCa, Booth 339/438 is worth a stop. See More
📖 The 5-Second Rule
Performance coach Michael O'Connor shared a principle he uses when working with athletes — the 5-second rule. When he spots a mistake, he waits five seconds before saying anything. The question he's asking himself: will stepping in help, or will it steal a learning moment? O'Connor only intervenes if safety is at risk, the error keeps repeating, or the athlete needs clarification. Otherwise, he holds back. Players don't learn when you talk, they learn when they think. Read More
🏋️♀️ Marcus Williams Promoted at UMass Lowell
UMass Lowell Director of Athletics Lynn Coutts announced the promotion of Marcus Williams to Associate Athletic Director of Sports Performance. Williams joined the program in 2018 as Head Sports Performance Coach and was elevated to Assistant AD in 2023.
In his expanded role, he oversees two performance facilities, manages a staff of seven, and serves on the Athletic Leadership Team. Williams holds a master's in physical education with a specialization in exercise science from Central Connecticut State University. See More
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