Training and Testing Tools

If you're looking for some help with planning your season or getting your fitness tested, check out these tools.   If you have any questions about what will work the best for you, don't hesitate to contact me.

If you need help with planning your season, look no further than my Tailwind Coaching Season Planning Worksheet.  In Excel format, this spreadsheet will allow you to fill in the most important goals, set them based on priority and get a global look at what your training should look like.

Strength and Conditioning Essentials

Looking to support your strength, mobility and general fitness?  These training essentials will help you build lean muscle, cut fat, train harder, sprint faster, recover better and reduce fatigue and pain.  If you have any questions about what will work the best for you, don't hesitate to contact me.

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00WHIGEK8″ locale=”US” tag=”taicoaandthed-20″]Kettlebells[/easyazon_link] – Straight from Russia, the kettlebell has revolutionized strength and stability training.  You can build big fitness in your own home without spending a fortune.  These will be key to your strength and stability development using my Unbreakable Core Stability module.

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00O86WWDK” locale=”US” tag=”taicoaandthed-20″]Mobility bands[/easyazon_link] – These bands are staples of my Unbreakable Core Stability module.  They provide dynamic resistance during exercise and allow you to take your workout anywhere.

[easyazon_link identifier=”B018ZXNI1Q” locale=”US” tag=”taicoaandthed-20″]Myofascial release ball[/easyazon_link] – Mobility is a big part of stability.  You can't find stability if your muscles are tightened up and locked up.  Using a simple myofascial release tool like this ball will help your body find the mobility it needs to be stronger.

Supplements and Training Essentials

Want to recover better?  Need to supplement your training regimen?  These products will help you improve your recovery, overall health and well being.  If you have any questions about what will work the best for you, don't hesitate to contact me.

[easyazon_link identifier=”B00E9M4XEE” locale=”US” tag=”taicoaandthed-20″]Creatine[/easyazon_link] – Creatine is a necessary fuel for the body and a great building block for your muscles.  Supplementing pre and post workout can encourage your body to build lean mass and prevent muscle breakdown.  (Check with your physician prior to ingesting any supplement.)

[easyazon_link identifier=”B008H7DYJ2″ locale=”US” tag=”taicoaandthed-20″]Protein[/easyazon_link] – Protein supplementation helps prevent muscle breakdown after exercise.  It also provides the essential amino acids necessary to build new lean tissue.  Without adequate protein, you can't build muscle or maintain the muscle you have, so supplementation is almost required for athletes.  (Check with your physician prior to ingesting any supplement.)

[easyazon_link identifier=”B000SOXALE” locale=”US” tag=”taicoaandthed-20″]Branched Chain Amino Acids[/easyazon_link] – To prevent muscle loss during workouts, many folks turn to Branched Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) supplements.  They provide a pool of vital amino acids that your body can burn during exercise, preventing muscle breakdown and loss.  (Check with your physician prior to ingesting any supplement.)