by Jim Aikens, (Burlington) Central High School Well, this is week three of my coaching at Burlington Central High School and I am still enjoying …
Logistics of the 23-Second Drill
If you are interested in “minimum effective dose” lactate training for 200m and 400m runners, the 23-Second Drill is perfect for you.
Aikens on Throws: Week 2 – Weights, Drills & Chocolate Milk
by Jim Aikens, (Burlington) Central High School Monday: We didn’t do too much today. In an attempt to locate some more talent and publicize the …
A Simple Plan
What’s all this stuff about *Feed the Cats*? Does it work with girls? How about middle school? Less is more? Drink the Kool Aid?
Aikens on Throws: Week 1, The Best Place to start is at the Beginning
by Jim Aikens, (Burlington) Central High School Well, it is the first week of this new track season, and man do I realize how I …
Become an official — stay connected to high school sports
By Bob Gardner, Executive Director of the National Federation of State High School Associations and Craig Anderson, Executive Director of the Illinois High School Association. …
Locus of Control: An Athlete’s Guide to Shifting Focus to What They can Control
by Jonathan Mahoney, LCSW Mundelein High School Social Worker Assistant Girls’ Track and Field Coach Congratulations! If you are reading this piece, that means you …
The Death of “Football Fast” and “Track Speed”
It is time for coaches of either of these sports to use better language.
Aikens on throws: Preparing for the season
by Jim Aikens, (Burlington) Central High School My name is Jim Aikens and this is my first year coaching the throws (shot put & discus) …