In the pursuit of athletic excellence, athletes are constantly seeking ways to enhance their performance and reach new heights. While traditional training methods focus on physical conditioning alone, a holistic approach to training has emerged, recognizing that true athletic prowess goes beyond raw physical abilities. Holistic training considers the athlete as a whole, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual aspects. Let's delve into the realm of holistic training and explore how it can unlock the full potential of athletes.
Read MoreBehind every successful athlete, there is often a personal coach or instructor who has helped them achieve their goals. These coaches work one-on-one with athletes to develop their skills, refine their techniques, and improve their mental and physical conditioning. While some top athletes may have worked with team coaches, many have also relied on personal coaches and instructors to help them reach the top of their game.
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Read MoreGetting into the zone or flow state is a highly desirable mental state for athletes, as it can help them perform at their best. Here are some mental and emotional training techniques that can help athletes get into the zone:
Read MoreAttending a prep school with a strong athletic program can provide student-athletes with numerous benefits, including exposure to top coaches, development of athletic skills, and a competitive environment that prepares them for success at the collegiate level. If you are a student-athlete looking to gain NCAA placement, here are some ways that attending a top prep school can benefit you:
Read MorePlaying sports in college can be a rewarding experience that combines the thrill of competition with the benefits of a college education. However, getting recruited for college sports can be a complex process. Here are some tips to help you get started:
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Tom Brady led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to their second Super Bowl appearance over the weekend, making this his 10th Super Bowl appearance in his 20-yearlong NFL career. This Super Bowl appearance puts him alongside LA’s Lebron James for most championship games played in their respective careers, and at 43 years old, he’s also the oldest active player in the league right now. Despite being the oldest in the league with Drew Brees following closely behind at 42 years old, both players show high level athleticism, health, and skill, and we think it has to do with their training regimen coming into the game.
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In the year that we have been working together, we’ve seen Charlotte, North Carolina’s Jake Helfrich transition from an injured junior year player to the University of South Carolina’s latest quarterback commit, all under the mentorship of Scoolu QB coach Jim Barker. Helfrich’s story is one full of determination amidst constant obstacles, and we’re incredibly excited for this major accomplishment and next chapter in his life.
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Elite quarterbacks are known from the moment they step out onto the field. Working with some of the most skilled players and coaches in the industry, we know a thing or two about elite QB prospects, and the Class of 2021 prospects are some of the greatest to watch (and watch out for). Being a strong quarterback, aside from skills coaching and personal QB training, is based heavily on individual talent and drive. Here’s our list of the 25 best QB’s coming out of the Class of 2021.
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With the sports world collectively pausing, starting back up again, and potentially pausing once more, seasons, practices, and training regimes are consistently being interrupted by the pandemic. So much so, in fact, that numerous key players have opted out of their professional seasons.
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The NCAA has extended their Division 1 dead period yet again, this time at least to the end of September, though there’s a high chance it’ll continue to be extended. This means that NCAA Division 1 coaches are barred from in-person contact with athletes and their families until at least September 30th, 2020. While this decision might make sense from a health perspective, it means that recruitment and outreach options for players are bleak.
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PGA Tour star Bryson DeChambeau has transformed himself by adding 20 pounds of muscle in just a matter of months following the return of golf amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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3ICE is a new 3 on 3 professional hockey league in North America. Of the eight coaches brought on by 3ICE, two are also Scoolu instructors – NHL legends Grant Fuhr and Bryan Trottier.
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The NCAA brings in over one billion dollars in revenue in just one year. But players don’t see any of that money and, for a long time they couldn’t earn anything but scholarship funds. The NCAA has recognized that times are changing and during a new social media era, ancient rules could be changing too.
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Piano Day was founded and brought to life by the talented German musician Nils Frahm back in 2015. The event takes place on the 88th day of the year to match the number of keys on the instrument being celebrated. This year, that glorious day is Saturday March 28th! In honor of this years Piano Day we have interviewed world renowned keyboardist Mike Schmid.
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Amidst the rapid spread of the Coronavirus there has been postponements and cancellations of major leagues and events and at every level of sports across the world. Although these are unfortunate circumstances it does not mean that your development as an athlete also needs to be put on hold. At Scoolu, we can help with that!
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International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8th, yet the global campaign theme continues all year round to encourage action. This year, the theme of the day is “Each for Equal” which draws attention to the difference individuals can make. The campaign slogan says it all: “An equal world is an enabled world.”
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Do you every wonder how the top athletes perform a skill or move so effortlessly? It’s because they have practiced that skill so many times that it is retained as muscle memory, so they are able to retrieve the memory and complete the movement automatically with little thought required.
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Specialization at a young age has become the norm for a large number of athletes. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes played multiple sports in high school, something Adam Cook, Mahomes’ high school football coach at Whitehouse High School (Texas) thinks more players should do.
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Conor McGregor will make his return to the octagon against Donald Cerrone as the headliner of UFC 246 this Saturday, January 18th in Las Vegas. "Notorious” is looking to set the table for a great 2020 since his fourth-round submission loss to Nurmagomedov in October 2018. But, this time around he has taken a new approach to his training and preparation for the fight.
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