Only make a New Year’s resolution if you really want to change, so many people at the beginning of the year decide it’s time for the New Year new me challenge. Why? Are you doing this because everyone else is doing it, or are you doing it because you yourself really want a change? …
Athlete of the Month
AGE: 12 GRADE: 7th SCHOOL: Saco Middle School DREAM JOB: Wide Receiver for NFL FAVORITE COLLEGE/PRO TEAM: New Orleans Saints FAVORITE HEALTHY FOOD: Chicken LIST ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Got in better shape, stronger, committed to working out! What sports/events/hobbies do you participate in? I want to play football in the Fall! What are your goals to achieve …
NYPTD
Join us on February 21st for National Youth Performance Training day. We will be testing the children’s 10, 20, and 40 yard dash, vertical jump, broad jump, 5-10-5, and for the older kids — chin ups. The athletes will get a score card at the end with their results and scoring on the Parisi cat …
Opening a Gym: Checklist for New Entrepreneurs
Opening a gym is an exciting opportunity to be your own boss and work in an industry you’re passionate about, but the business venture should not be taken lightly. Opening a gym can be extremely rewarding, both personally and financially, if you’re willing to put in the hard work to succeed and surround yourself with …
Does Strength Training Help Running?
Does strength training help with running? The short answer is absolutely…depending on your training. A common misconception is lifting weights or strength training will bulk you up and cause rigidity to the point where you slow down. There is a certain stigma surrounding strength training mainly due to bodybuilding. However, bodybuilding is only a tiny …
The Importance of Strength Training for Young Athletes
Many parents worry about the possible dangers of strength training for young athletes. Whether it’s safety concerns or concerns about adolescent growth and health affects, we understand that parents are only trying to protect their children. That’s why we feel it’s so important to share the right information so parents can make informed decisions and …
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Parisi Speed School Grand Opening
GRAND OPENING EVENT Join us for the Grand Opening of the Parisi Speed School at G4 Performance Training – Saturday, March 3 from 11am-1pm. Check out Marietta’s premier youth sports performance training facility while enjoying a fun event for the whole family. Contests and Prizes by Age Group Free T-shirts Willy’s Food Truck All attendees …
Youth Strength Training Fundamentals
Despite common concerns, youth strength training has proven to bring many benefits to the development of youth athletes. In fact, a well-structured youth strength training program will help athletes build injury resiliency and build the foundation for athletic performance in later years. When it comes to the fundamentals of a youth strength training program, teaching …
Increasing Speed: Strength Training Exercises
There are three aspects to improving speed – running technique, muscle elasticity and strength! However, many coaches and athletes aren’t optimizing their speed strength training with the right program design to reap the greatest benefits in speed and force production. Increasing speed with strength training can be accomplished through some of the most standard exercises. …
Youth Strength Training: 6 Safety Tips
Youth strength training is a commonly discussed topic as many parents, trainers and even medical professionals have concerns in regards to the effects of strength training at a young age. At Parisi Speed School, we know that youth strength training, when performed in a safe environment with proper technique, is greatly beneficial to enhancing growth, …
Rivals Returns! 2018 Rivals Combine Series Schedule
The Rivals Camp Series presented by adidas is expanding in 2018 with additional opportunities for players. All events are free. 2018 Rivals Camp Schedule Prepare with the Parisi 5-Star Combine Online Membership Last year, Parisi coaches shared their expert tips and techniques for Combine performance at Rivals Combines across the nation. This year, we’re giving your athlete the …
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Atlantic Health Medicine Series: ACL Injury
There’s contact ACL injuries and non-contact ACL injuries. In this edition of the Atlantic Sports Health Medicine Series, we’re joined again by Dr. Jonathan Roth, a previous orthopedic surgeon for the US Navy. Dr. Roth discusses the indicators and prevention of non-contact ACL injuries as well as biomechanics of movement to avoid contact ACL injuries …