Results For Category: "Health & Wellness"
PART 1 – Why More Training Isn’t Better for Youth Athletes
January 13, 2026What the research actually says about volume, specialization, and long-term success As parents, we all want to help our kids succeed. We want them to…
The First 90 Days Matter More Than the First 30
January 6, 2026How to Actually Stick With Training Every January, motivation is high. Energy is high. Intentions are good.And by February, most plans quietly fall apart. This…
From RICE to PEACE & LOVE: A Smarter Way to Manage Sports Injuries
October 28, 2025By Khyl Orser, Speed Mechanics For decades, coaches, parents, and athletes have relied on the old injury recovery formula R.I.C.E. — Rest, Ice, Compression, and…
Understanding Pain: How to Use the Pain Scale in Training
October 21, 2025Pain is part of training—but not all pain is the same. As coaches and athletes, one of the hardest parts of performance is learning to…
The Values That Drive Speed Mechanics
October 14, 2025At Speed Mechanics, our training goes beyond sets, reps, and workouts. What truly defines us are the values that shape how we coach, how we…
Speed Mechanics: More Than a Gym
October 7, 2025When you step into Speed Mechanics, you’ll notice right away—this isn’t your typical gym. There aren’t rows of treadmills or endless machines. Instead, you’ll find…
Youth Strength Training: Building Safe Foundations for Long-Term Athletic Growth
June 23, 2025By Khyl Orser – MSc, RSCC-CSCS Introduction: Strength Training is Safe and Essential for Youth Athletes Many people still believe that strength training isn’t safe…
How Youth Athletes Can Maximize Their Speed Training: Inside Speed Mechanics’ Speed & Agility Sessions
May 26, 2025Ever feel like your kid’s running on a treadmill while others are sprinting ahead? The truth is, raw talent only gets you so far. At…
Tech Without the Pressure: Making Training Fun and Purposeful for Young Athletes
May 2, 2025Let’s be honest—technology is everywhere, and for kids, it’s second nature. But when it comes to training young athletes, the key isn’t to avoid tech—it’s…
Fueling Young Athletes: Simple Habits That Make a Big Difference
April 29, 2025When it comes to youth athletic development, proper nutrition is one of the most powerful tools we have—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood….