Usain Bolt is not just an athlete, he’s a household name synonymous with his unparalleled record as the fastest man on earth. During the Brazil 2016 Olympic Games, Bolt was part of the winning Jamaican relay team (4×100). They were victorious in the race taking a gold medal with a time of 37.27. Japan,…
One of the physical components of fitness that is often overlooked is coordination. Good coordination in sport (think badminton) can enhance your overall ability, as well as help prevent injuries. Coordination is the delicate balance between multiple parts of your body, coming together to execute a command. For instance, Serena Williams in full thrust…
So far, we’ve looked at physical components of fitness that can be improved over time with consistent training. Next on our list is elements of fitness that can be enhanced through both training and practice. Central to this is power in sport. Power in sport is not only for power sports themselves, like powerlifting,…