Fred Duncan (@Fred__Duncan)

Research isn’t the end all be all in physical preparation. It often lags behind what’s already being done in the field. But that doesn’t mean we ignore it. It’s still part of how we grow as coaches, it challenges our thinking and sometimes reinforces what we already believe ...

The data doesn’t lie. Early specialization increases injury risk, burnout, and regret. This doesn’t mean it’s a GUARANTEE or that nobody should do it. It’s just a matter of risk and what you’re comfortable with. And yes, some sports essentially require it, that’s just the ...

We often talk about hamstring injuries in terms of mechanics and that absolutely matters. But fatigue, and more importantly incomplete recovery, may be just as critical. Fatigue alone can alter mechanics, and once mechanics break down, the hamstrings often pay the price. A ...

Not all training needs to follow a high-low model. There’s value in traditional linear programming, especially for beginners or athletes with lower outputs. It’s simple, progressive, and it works. But as athletes become more advanced, things change. Output gets higher. ...

This is high jump training…built around sprints, bounds, jumps, and classic strength work. Nothing out of the ordinary. You’ll see speed bounds, hurdle hops, single leg variations, and some basic lifting. But what stands out most to me is how many qualities are being trained ...

Sometimes we act like simple means outdated. Like if it isn’t hooked to a machine or synced to an app, it’s not “modern” training. But go back and watch what built some of the best athletes in the world…single leg jumps, depth drops, broad jumps, classic strength training. ...

Got a bunch of questions after the last post asking…what exactly is GPP? GPP = General Physical Preparation. You use it – After a season ends – With younger athletes – With general population clients – Or anytime you need to re-establish a base ...

Early success doesn’t = long-term success. You see the U10 star, but who's still improving at 20? A lot of pros didn't specialize early. They played multiple sports, developed through unstructured environments, and didn't rush it. ...

Plyometrics help bridge the gap between our strength work and more dynamic outputs. While lifting builds the foundation, plyos facilitate the expression, enhancing the rate at which force is applied and refining your ability to produce and tolerate high speed/high impact ...