In consultation with Volt Advisory Board member Justin Smith, Co-Director of Athletic Performance at the University of Vermont, we created this blog post for field hockey players everywhere. If you or someone you know is a field hockey athlete, here are 3 fantastic reasons why strength training will help you dominate your opponents—and stay strong all season long.
Read MoreFor runners, "training" means running. But more runners than ever are sprinting to the weight room to reap the many benefits strength training has to offer. Here are 5 big reasons all runners—from elite marathoners like Ryan Hall to weekend stroller joggers—should start strength training NOW.
Read MoreGuest author Doug Berninger, former Assistant Strength Coach at the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), discusses muscular tension, and how the development of the human body is dependent on specific tensions to be placed on the tissues and bones at specific times.
Read MoreDo any (or all) of these common diet mistakes sound familiar? Read on to learn why they hurt athletic performance and how you can fix them for good!
Read MoreWant to add plates to your bench press? You need to maximize your stability. Read on to learn 3 tips to perfect your form and add lbs to your bench today - the last one's a little weird, but trust us: it works!
Read MoreWhat's more effective for basketball players: double-leg or single-leg movements? Squats or lunges? A new article in the latest issue of NSCA Coach examines the research to draw some practical conclusions about sport-specific training methods for basketball athletes.
Read MoreTriathletes endure some of the most grueling aerobic endurance training out there. With all those weekly hours invested in the pool, on the bike, and on the road, it’s no wonder many triathletes don’t have time for strength training. But supplementing your aerobic work with a strength training program designed specifically for triathletes can make a significant impact on your performance—and your injuries. Here’s why all triathletes, from sprint to Ironman, should get in the weight room.
Read MoreSpoiler alert! Women are different than men. And while human bodies (male and female) respond similarly to strength training, there are some unique reasons why it's specifically important for women. Read on to learn 3 reasons why WOMEN should get in the weight room.
Read MoreSince we launched Volt in 2011, our research-based strength training has been available exclusively to athletes on high school, college, and professional teams. Until now. Volt Co-Founder Dan Giuliani introduces the latest technology and explains what it means for the future of Volt and athletes everywhere.
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Love to squat? So do we, which is why we've created this ultimate guide to dialing in your squat. Read on to learn our top 5 most common squat errors (and how to fix them!) to bulletproof your body and add serious lbs to your 1RM.
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