Neuroscience applied to sports has emerged as a key field for improving athletic performance, optimizing recovery, and understanding how the mind influences the body during sports practice. While physical training has long been the primary focus in athlete preparation, it is now recognized that the brain plays a crucial role in every action, from decision-making […]
Today, neurosciences play a fundamental role in sports performance. Understanding how the brain works and how it connects with the body is key to helping athletes reach their full potential. In this article, we will explore how advancements in brain studies and their interactions with the body can assist physical trainers and physiotherapists in improving […]
Hola Profes.El entrenamiento isométrico se ha consolidado en los últimos años como una de las metodologías más versátiles y efectivas en el mundo del entrenamiento físico. Desde su capacidad para desarrollar fuerza en poblaciones específicas hasta su aplicación en rehabilitación y deportes de alto rendimiento, los ejercicios isométricos ofrecen beneficios únicos que vale la pena […]
As we age, maintaining an active lifestyle and good nutrition not only helps us live longer but also improves our quality of life. Over the years, numerous studies have examined the benefits of a proper combination of exercise and nutrition for the human body, highlighting the importance of strengthening muscles, tendons, and ligaments to prevent […]
Tendons play a fundamental role in athletic performance, especially in activities that require speed, jumping, and explosiveness. However, for many trainers and physiotherapists, the focus on tendon training and its importance in injury prevention is not always clear. In this conversation with Keith Baar, a researcher specializing in muscle and connective tissue physiology, we explore […]
El entrenamiento en fuerza es uno de los pilares fundamentales en la preparación física de los atletas. Sin embargo, a menudo surge la pregunta: ¿cómo asegurarse de que la fuerza y velocidad que un atleta desarrolla en el gimnasio se traduzcan de forma efectiva en su rendimiento en el campo o pista? En este artículo, […]
Soccer, as a high-intensity sport with complex physical demands, is associated with a high injury incidence. Conditioning and injury prevention programs are crucial for optimizing performance and reducing risks for high-level players. This article reviews the most important elements that should be included in such a program, highlighting methods supported by recent research. The Importance […]
Hamstring injuries are one of the most common and frustrating issues in soccer, especially due to their high recurrence rate and difficulty in achieving full, lasting recovery. These injuries affect player performance and coaches’ planning, making prevention a priority in physical conditioning programs. This article focuses on current hamstring injury prevention methods and how to […]
Las lesiones de isquiotibiales representan uno de los problemas más comunes y frustrantes en el fútbol, especialmente debido a su alto riesgo de recurrencia y la dificultad para una recuperación completa y duradera. Dado que estas lesiones afectan tanto el rendimiento de los jugadores como la planificación de los entrenadores, la prevención ha pasado a […]
Flywheel training has become a popular method for improving hamstring strength, essential for sports requiring speed and explosiveness. Based on eccentric resistance principles, this method not only aids in strength gains but also provides injury protection, crucial for high-performance athletes. What is Flywheel Training? Unlike traditional weight training, where resistance is constant, flywheel training uses […]