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Articles and Abstracts
From Coaching Science Abstracts
http://coachsci.sdsu.edu/
Stretching
Acute Stretching Reduces Applied Muscle Strength
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/nelson1.htm
Stretching Reduced Throwing Ability
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/noffal.htm
Static Stretching Impairs Power and Strength Performance
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/fry.htm
Stretching Does Not Reduce Muscle Soreness or Prevent Injury
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/herbert.htm
Do Not Stretch Before Explosive Activities
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/young1.htm
Strength
Strength Gains Are Largely Neural
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/aagaard.htm
Transferability/Specificity
Determinants of Skill Transfer From Training to Competing
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol31/christin.htm
Specificity of Training - Transfer of Training Effects for Skills Rarely Occur
http://coachsci.sdsu.edu/csa/vol31/speccont.htm
Correct Practice
http://coachsci.sdsu.edu/csa/vol31/ashy.htm
Strength and Power Training in Young Male Baseball Players Does Not Improve Functional Performance
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/hetzler.htm
Race Pace Work Improves Simulated Race Performance
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/stepto2.htm
Specificity of Aerobic training
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol42/ray.htm
Swimming Movement Patterns Are Velocity Specific
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/rouard.htm
To Improve Speed Move Fast And Forget Strength Training
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol42/kluckhuh.htm
Time of Day and Anaerobic Performance
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol11/lieferma.htm
Strength Training Activities Only Improve Specific Strength
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/luecke.htm
Trained Physiological Adaptations are Only Specific For Training Exercises
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol103/claytor.htm
Specificity of Training - Transfer of Training Effects for Skills Rarely Occur
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol31/speccont.htm
Fiber and Energy Use Differ Within Sprinting Distances
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/ring.htm
Resistance Training Loads Do Not Affect Power Jumping
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol81/hoff1.htm
Spurious Benefits Of Auxiliary Training in Elite Skiers
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol41/rusko.htm
The Futility of Auxiliary Exercises
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol12/deboer.htm
Human Acclimatization and Adaptation to Stresses
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol24/rushall1.htm
Features of the Specificity Principle
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol12/heusner.htm
Specific Training Effects In Swimming
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol12/kame.htm
EPOC is Specific to the Exercise Task
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol42/dooly.htm
Resistance Training Has Specific Effects and no Effect on Other Activities
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol103/knight.htm
Strength and Conditioning Programs do not Improve Dynamic Performance in Football Players
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/miller.htm
Training Specificity - No Value in Weights
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol12/bell.htm
Depth Jumping and Weight Training Effects
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol21/clutch.htm
Adaptation in the Mitochondria
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol11/noakes.htm
Cross-Training Not as Good as Specific Training
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol42/foster.htm
Strength Training and Tests Must Employ the Same Form of Contraction
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol51/ribeiro.htm
Traditional Weight Training of No Benefit to Football Linemen
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol103/harney.htm
Strength Training Is Modality and Capacity Specific
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol73/schwiria.htm
A Summary Of Specificity
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol12/rushall1.htm
Strength Training Does Not Improve ACL Dynamics In Landing
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/english.htm
Rowing Performance Improved More By Technique Than By Physical Training
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol115/seiler1.htm
Increased Leg Strength Does Not Improve Cycling Performance
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol85/bishop1.htm
Power and Agility are Only Improved With Power Training, Not With Traditional Strength Training.
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/adams.htm
Strength Training Not that Important for Vertical Jumping
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol103/hasson.htm
Strength Training Only Improves Strength Training Activities In Swimmers
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/breed.htm
Strength Training Does Not Improve Cycling Performance
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol111/jackson.htm
Learning/Teaching
Varied Motor Skill Practice is Beneficial for Beginners
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol31/kerr.htm
Feedback More Important Than Instructions When Learning A Skill
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol94/hodges2.htm
Self Control Of Feedback Produces Superior Skill Learning
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol94/janelle.htm
Use Modeling When Teaching Beginners
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol94/soohoo.htm
Feedback Should Be Continuos To Produce The Best Performances
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol94/klebez.htm
Physiology Of Motor Learning
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol94/klebez.htm
Correct Practice
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol31/ashy.htm
Stress And Cognitive Functioning
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol33/jones.htm
Factors In Learning Skilled Behaviors
http://coachsci.sdsu.edu/csa/vol31/aberneth.htm
Feedback and Reinforcement
http://coachsci.sdsu.edu/csa/vol31/feedbac2.htm
Practicing For Sports - Mind is More Important than Matter
http://coachsci.sdsu.edu/csa/vol31/rushall1.htm
Learning Is Best Accomplished in a Non-Fatigued State
http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/dept/coachsci/csa/vol65/barnett.htm
Websites
Joint Mobility
Mandla is a Level I & II (R-Phase and I-Phase) Z-Health Instructor. Z-Health is a clear and concise dynamic joint mobility template for movement. It has been the only system that has provided me, as a teacher and practitioner, with a scientifically sound explanation of how to troubleshoot injury, pain, and poor movement patterns, and to drastically enhance any individual's athletic performance. Dr. Cobb’s system of joint mobility communicates the anatomy and physiology of movement and is in tune with the nature of the human body’s design. This provides a sound template for Kettlebell Training.
Kettlebell Training
Steve Cotter: Full KOntact Fitness
The Martial Art Of Strength Training
Steve Cotter is the true model of an adept movement practitioner. His commitment to providing genuine teaching and an unwavering example of practice is uncanny. Since Mandla first read one of his articles in 2004, it is still very clear that he is someone to follow for his insight into the depth of physical movement and Kettlebell Lifting.
Purchase Steve Cotter Products
Jeff Martone: Tactical Athlete Training Systems, Inc
"Ready In Season & Out Of Season"
Jeff Martone is the founder and owner of Tactical Athlete Training Systems, Inc. He is one of the most innovative minds in incorporating Kettlebells and strength & conditioning tools into use for military and law enforcement training. He provides general preparedness training for fieldwork and for combat.
CrossFit NYC “Forging Elite Fitness”
Contact: Court Wing, Owner/Coach
Court Wing, Coach and co-owner of CrossFit NYC, a Level I & II (R-Phase and I-Phase) Z-Health Instructor and a Kettlebell Expert. There are only a handful of trainers that Mandla will refer clients to, and Court is one of them. Because of his level of professionalism and his commitment to providing quality instruction, Mandla strongly recommends that anyone in the New York area interested in training seek out instruction and guidance from Court.
Kinetic Edge Performance
“Human Potential Set In Motion…”
Contact: Brad Nelson, Owner/Director
Kettlebell Training Woodbury, MN
Brad is at the forefront of the fitness and strength conditioning industry, constantly learning and refining both his training and his coaching practice. He teaches a wide variety of people, from coaches and trainers to athletes and enthusiasts. Brad trains himself and his clients with intelligence, energy and a relentless commitment to success.
Interested In Pursuing Your Own Certification?
Joint Mobility Certification
Z-Health Certification
Contact: Kathy
Telephone: 888.394.4198
Email: Kathy@zhealth.net
Note: Reference Mandla Nkosi at Boston Kettlebell Strength & Conditioning
Mandla is currently R-phase and I-Phase Certified (level I & II) and is working to complete the full scope of the certification process. This ensures that Mandla provides his clients with a full spectrum of services and solutions in fitness, strength & conditioning for sports performance, and movement therapy. The Z-Health certification process is a clear and concise movement template, allowing you to immediately integrate it into your own training approach. Be a professional. Understand what is happening to you and your clients, and have confidence that what you are prescribing is to their exact benefit.
Kettlebell Certification
The Russian Kettlebell Challenge Instructor Certification.
Here is a link to register for the RKC Certification:
American Kettlebell Club Instructors Certification
Here is a link to register for the AKC Certification:
Interested in Martial Arts?
Bakbakan International - Warrior Arts of the Philippines
- Authentic training in Filipino bladed arts.
- Inspires an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of movement in preparation for combat.
- Provides invaluable information paramount to achieving a high level of martial arts practice.
- Cultivates an understanding of self, a development of the human spirit, and the will to survive. Survival is a practice and discipline.
YMAA International
- Authentic Chinese Martial Arts and Qi Gung.
- YMAA validated the importance of learning movement from anatomical and physiologic theoretical perspective.
- Provides invaluable information paramount to achieving a high level of martial arts practice.
- YMAA a is unique and amazing educational center that preserves the true depth of traditional Chinese Martial Arts.
Brookline Tai Chi
- Home of Boston Kettlebell, Authentic Wu Style Tai Chi and Bua Gua instruction.
- A tranquil and focused environment, most conducive to learning.
Boston Samurai Arts
“Nami Ryu Aiki Heiho”
- Traditional Samurai Arts in Boston with instructor Walter Wong provides bladed and tactically applicative martial instruction.
- Walter is a true representation of his martial disciplines and has a commitment vested in the truth of his own martial practice and abilities.
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