A funny thing happened the other day. Jon Corto who was the "Combine Freak" in my new DVD had a workout with the New York Giants on Tuesday. He and two other safeties were brought in to get a look. Surprisingly Giants Head Coach, Tom Coughlin conducted the workout.
Jon said they put him through 45 min. of positional drills then out of the blue Coughlin said, "get on the line to run a 40 so we can see how fast you are". Now Jon has not run a 40 yard dash since last March when he lit up the Syracuse Pro Day. So he was taken off guard and said he panicked for a second and scramble to focus on the proper technique. The other two players at the workout were even more stressed, as on was a 13 year vet who has not had to run a forty yard dash in a long, long time.
The panic for Jon did not last long. he got his head into it worked through a couple of starts then hit a decent 40 yard dash in the high 4.5's. He said that all the training with me, ingrained the technique cues into his memory, and he said when he is 50 years old he will still remember my 40 yard dash technique.
Jon told me later it is was "just like riding a bike" executing a close to perfect 40 yard dash.
If you want to learn these powerful 40 yard dash technique cues that will soak into your brain and allow you to run a great time, get the Combine Freak DVD .
Train Hard,
Mike Gough
About the Author: NFL Combine training expert Mike Gough, CSCS specializes in 40 yard dash training and football combine test preparation. Mike has just released his football combine training DVD entitled "The Combine Freak" and is available at http://www.combinefreak.com/ where you can signup for his free 40 yard dash and combine training newsletter.
For more information on Mike Gough's NFL Combine Training Program please visit his website at http://www.procombinetraining.com/
Friday, December 14, 2007
Sunday, December 09, 2007
How to Run a Faster 40 Yard Dash at Football Combines
How to Run a Faster 40 Yard Dash
The 40 yard dash has become the gold standard of football tests and can make or break an athlete’s football career. It is one of the most popular tests performed each year at the NFL Combine.
Many football players are looking for ways to improve their 40 yard dash time prior to attending football combines. By improving specific technique aspects and performing the proper training, 40 yard dash times can be greatly lowered.
Technique for the 40 Yard Dash
By refining the specific technique for the 40 yard dash, times can be greatly improved. Technique cues such as starting stance, first step length, countermovement, arm action, and breathing are some of the key factors in improving the 40 yard dash.
The starting stance of the 40 yard dash is extremely important as it is the foundation for a great time in the 40 yard dash. Each athlete should try to limit countermovement off the start as the timers go on first movement, so if there is countermovement valuable time is given to the timers.
After the start the first step is vital to get an explosive start to the 40 yard dash. The step must be the right length and the right angle for a great start.
One of the most important techniques cues for the 40 yard dash is the breathing technique that is used. A specific breathing pattern will ensure the athlete does not tighten up leading to a great time and technique.
The more technique flaws that can be corrected the more efficient the athlete will run.
Training for the 40 Yard Dash
The other aspect for improving the 40 yard dash is using training methods to increase speed, acceleration, power and flexibility.
Speed and ultimately acceleration training are key methods to enhance a 40 yard dash result. Speed training emphasizing on forward body lean, stride frequency and stride length will improve times.
Flexibility is one of the most over looked aspects of 40 yard dash enhancement. By increasing flexibility in the hips, legs and upper body speed will be enhanced.
By focusing on both the technique and training aspects of the 40 yard dash, a great time can be achieved. The athlete must become a student of the 40 yard dash learning and practicing perfection.
NFL Combine training expert Mike Gough, CSCS specializes in 40 yard dash training and football combine test preparation. Mike has just released his football combine training DVD entitled "The Combine Freak" and is available at http://www.combinefreak.com where you can signup for his free 40 yard dash and combine training newsletter.
For more information on Mike Gough's NFL Combine Training Program please visit his website at http://www.procombinetraining.com
The 40 yard dash has become the gold standard of football tests and can make or break an athlete’s football career. It is one of the most popular tests performed each year at the NFL Combine.
Many football players are looking for ways to improve their 40 yard dash time prior to attending football combines. By improving specific technique aspects and performing the proper training, 40 yard dash times can be greatly lowered.
Technique for the 40 Yard Dash
By refining the specific technique for the 40 yard dash, times can be greatly improved. Technique cues such as starting stance, first step length, countermovement, arm action, and breathing are some of the key factors in improving the 40 yard dash.
The starting stance of the 40 yard dash is extremely important as it is the foundation for a great time in the 40 yard dash. Each athlete should try to limit countermovement off the start as the timers go on first movement, so if there is countermovement valuable time is given to the timers.
After the start the first step is vital to get an explosive start to the 40 yard dash. The step must be the right length and the right angle for a great start.
One of the most important techniques cues for the 40 yard dash is the breathing technique that is used. A specific breathing pattern will ensure the athlete does not tighten up leading to a great time and technique.
The more technique flaws that can be corrected the more efficient the athlete will run.
Training for the 40 Yard Dash
The other aspect for improving the 40 yard dash is using training methods to increase speed, acceleration, power and flexibility.
Speed and ultimately acceleration training are key methods to enhance a 40 yard dash result. Speed training emphasizing on forward body lean, stride frequency and stride length will improve times.
Flexibility is one of the most over looked aspects of 40 yard dash enhancement. By increasing flexibility in the hips, legs and upper body speed will be enhanced.
By focusing on both the technique and training aspects of the 40 yard dash, a great time can be achieved. The athlete must become a student of the 40 yard dash learning and practicing perfection.
NFL Combine training expert Mike Gough, CSCS specializes in 40 yard dash training and football combine test preparation. Mike has just released his football combine training DVD entitled "The Combine Freak" and is available at http://www.combinefreak.com where you can signup for his free 40 yard dash and combine training newsletter.
For more information on Mike Gough's NFL Combine Training Program please visit his website at http://www.procombinetraining.com
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
40 yard dash Frustrations
Do you know what is bothering me?
I can't stand when people get in the way of an athlete's success.It absolutely irritates me when people make decisions and use power to further themselves and not the athlete. Here is why I feel this way.
Recently, I was asked to work with a top prospect up in my homeland of Canada. This athlete is a physical freak and I believe has the ability to play in the NFL.
Upon me contacting him he explained that they had a program at his school, and that his coach said that he had to follow that program in preparation for his testing day with scouts. I asked him if I could view the program, which I did. Let me preface this by saying that I respect other professionals and know that we all have our own way, and that in most cases we all get results. So if this program he was about to show me was beneficial to him then I would not have any problem with him following there program.
The athlete scanned the program's several pages and sent it to me. What I saw was a program that was fit for a Pop Warner team, basic weight training exercises, no speed, no core, no specific combine prep, no plyometrics, no flexibility, no agility or movement training... I was speechless. I though I would at least e-mail the caoch to see if I could educate him on what this athlete needed to be doing. In my polite and well written e-mail I expressed interest in helping the athlete prepare for the Combine. His response was..."they are part of the team... the team has a weight lifting program that is manadtory... I built the foundation here and it represent what we do here." In his e-mail he also stated that his program was combine specific... You get the picture.
So here we have a talented athlete with a bright future that is being held down by a coach that is holding his power, and putting his ego in front of this athlete's future. That is what bothers me... Actually it irritates me.
I wish I could slip the athlete a copy of The Combine Freak
(http://www.blogger.com/www.combinefreak.com) for him to watch in private. To at least be on the same level as the athletes that have prepared for the combine tests, athletes that know the specific technique for each test.
This coach would benefit much more by the athlete training properly, testing at the top, making the NFL and thus furthering the perception of this coach's football program. Now that would be logical...
So here is just a one of story of an athlete being held back by his coach... I am sure there are many more.
Don't let it happen to you.
In case you have been under a rock the past 5 days, I launched my new combine training DVD "The Combine Freak" (http://www.combinefreak.com) Check it out! http://www.combinefreak.com
Train Hard, Mike Gough
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
http://www.masteringthe40yarddash.com/
http://www.nflcombinetraining.com/
PS: Better not wait, click the order now button at the bottom of http://www.blogger.com/www.combinefreak.com to see if you can still qualify for the special price. It won't last long...
I can't stand when people get in the way of an athlete's success.It absolutely irritates me when people make decisions and use power to further themselves and not the athlete. Here is why I feel this way.
Recently, I was asked to work with a top prospect up in my homeland of Canada. This athlete is a physical freak and I believe has the ability to play in the NFL.
Upon me contacting him he explained that they had a program at his school, and that his coach said that he had to follow that program in preparation for his testing day with scouts. I asked him if I could view the program, which I did. Let me preface this by saying that I respect other professionals and know that we all have our own way, and that in most cases we all get results. So if this program he was about to show me was beneficial to him then I would not have any problem with him following there program.
The athlete scanned the program's several pages and sent it to me. What I saw was a program that was fit for a Pop Warner team, basic weight training exercises, no speed, no core, no specific combine prep, no plyometrics, no flexibility, no agility or movement training... I was speechless. I though I would at least e-mail the caoch to see if I could educate him on what this athlete needed to be doing. In my polite and well written e-mail I expressed interest in helping the athlete prepare for the Combine. His response was..."they are part of the team... the team has a weight lifting program that is manadtory... I built the foundation here and it represent what we do here." In his e-mail he also stated that his program was combine specific... You get the picture.
So here we have a talented athlete with a bright future that is being held down by a coach that is holding his power, and putting his ego in front of this athlete's future. That is what bothers me... Actually it irritates me.
I wish I could slip the athlete a copy of The Combine Freak
(http://www.blogger.com/www.combinefreak.com) for him to watch in private. To at least be on the same level as the athletes that have prepared for the combine tests, athletes that know the specific technique for each test.
This coach would benefit much more by the athlete training properly, testing at the top, making the NFL and thus furthering the perception of this coach's football program. Now that would be logical...
So here is just a one of story of an athlete being held back by his coach... I am sure there are many more.
Don't let it happen to you.
In case you have been under a rock the past 5 days, I launched my new combine training DVD "The Combine Freak" (http://www.combinefreak.com) Check it out! http://www.combinefreak.com
Train Hard, Mike Gough
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
http://www.masteringthe40yarddash.com/
http://www.nflcombinetraining.com/
PS: Better not wait, click the order now button at the bottom of http://www.blogger.com/www.combinefreak.com to see if you can still qualify for the special price. It won't last long...
Friday, November 09, 2007
How is Your 40 Yard Dash?
How is your 40 yard dash progressing?
Well if you are like many athletes out there that are planning on attending a football combine this spring you need to always try to push the limit with your 40 yard dash technique training.
The more you focus on the individual phases the faster you will run.
Key Components to a fast 40 yard dash are the Start Stance, Acceleration Phase, and the Top End Speed Phase. How you plan and train each phase will determine how much improvemnt you make.
Each of these three key components to a great 40 yard dash will be broken down into the finest detail in my new DVD "The Combine Freak" that will be launched next Thursday at 12 noon EST.
If you are looking to achieve excellence in all of the combine tests then this is your chance to separate yourself from the competition.
Q&A
David from Hawaii Asks:
How will your DVD differ from other Combine DVD out there?
David, great question, honestly I can't say becasue I have not seen other combine dvds. My combine test technique has been refined through video analysis, trial and error and through personal experience preparing my athletes for the NFl Combine. I will say this, my DVD covers every little detail of every test, I teach you eberything that I know about combine training and leave nothing on the table.
Joe from Arizona Asks:
What tests are covered in your new DVD?
Joe, "The Combine Freak" Vol.1 will cover the following tests: Flexibility tests (3 in total) 40 Yard Dash (3 phases) 5-10-5 Shuttle L Cone 60 Yard Shuttle Vertical Jump Broad Jump Bench Press
In addition I give you a bonus section on my combine preparation secrets, including your mental game, shoe selection, preparation, night before tips, and combine protocol for success.
If you follow what I have to say in this DVD you will no doubt enhance you combine performance!
Be sure to look for my special e-mail next thursday at 12pm EST where you can get your hands on "The Combine Freak" Vol.1 at a special price before I launch it to the world. I will offer 250 DVD's at this special price. They will go quick so make sure you check you email to get on board!
Train hard!
Regards,
Coach Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
http://www.procombinetraining.com
Well if you are like many athletes out there that are planning on attending a football combine this spring you need to always try to push the limit with your 40 yard dash technique training.
The more you focus on the individual phases the faster you will run.
Key Components to a fast 40 yard dash are the Start Stance, Acceleration Phase, and the Top End Speed Phase. How you plan and train each phase will determine how much improvemnt you make.
Each of these three key components to a great 40 yard dash will be broken down into the finest detail in my new DVD "The Combine Freak" that will be launched next Thursday at 12 noon EST.
If you are looking to achieve excellence in all of the combine tests then this is your chance to separate yourself from the competition.
Q&A
David from Hawaii Asks:
How will your DVD differ from other Combine DVD out there?
David, great question, honestly I can't say becasue I have not seen other combine dvds. My combine test technique has been refined through video analysis, trial and error and through personal experience preparing my athletes for the NFl Combine. I will say this, my DVD covers every little detail of every test, I teach you eberything that I know about combine training and leave nothing on the table.
Joe from Arizona Asks:
What tests are covered in your new DVD?
Joe, "The Combine Freak" Vol.1 will cover the following tests: Flexibility tests (3 in total) 40 Yard Dash (3 phases) 5-10-5 Shuttle L Cone 60 Yard Shuttle Vertical Jump Broad Jump Bench Press
In addition I give you a bonus section on my combine preparation secrets, including your mental game, shoe selection, preparation, night before tips, and combine protocol for success.
If you follow what I have to say in this DVD you will no doubt enhance you combine performance!
Be sure to look for my special e-mail next thursday at 12pm EST where you can get your hands on "The Combine Freak" Vol.1 at a special price before I launch it to the world. I will offer 250 DVD's at this special price. They will go quick so make sure you check you email to get on board!
Train hard!
Regards,
Coach Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
http://www.procombinetraining.com
Saturday, September 08, 2007
How to Stretch for the 40 yard dash
Although I have covered this topic in past newsletters, I am getting countless e-mail about how and when to stretch.
The Journal of Strengh & Conditioning Research this month had many studies examining the use of static stretching versus dynamic stretching.
More benefits were shown with a Dynamic flexiblity routine over static streching. Studies also showed that vertcial power was increased with dynamic stretching prior to a vertical jump, than with static streching.
So make sure to perform dynamic stretching just like my Dynamic Stretching protocol found in Mastering the 40 Yard Dash (www.Masteringthe40YardDash.com)
The Journal of Strengh & Conditioning Research this month had many studies examining the use of static stretching versus dynamic stretching.
More benefits were shown with a Dynamic flexiblity routine over static streching. Studies also showed that vertcial power was increased with dynamic stretching prior to a vertical jump, than with static streching.
So make sure to perform dynamic stretching just like my Dynamic Stretching protocol found in Mastering the 40 Yard Dash (www.Masteringthe40YardDash.com)
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Check Out www.MasteringThe40YardDash.com
We recently unveiled our new 40 yard dash website www.MasteringThe40YardDash.com Our best selling manual Mastering the 40 Yard Dash has helped many athletes nationwide improve their 40 yard dash.
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Football Speed Training Check Out Football FAST!
Do you want to be Football FAST?
A highly respected colleague of mine, Jeremy Boone, who is one of the top speed coaches in the country has produced a DVD with Chicago Bears WR Mushin Muhammed.
You know that I don't recommend to many products to my loyal followers. And if I am going to recommend you to get a specific product, you know that I fully endorse the informational value of his DVD.
Boone, the Speed coach for the Carolina Panthers has hit the nail on the head with this DVD called 'Football Fast'. Not only do you get the DVD, you get access to a members only website with audio interviews and cutting edge football speed training information.
If you don't get on board with this product, you may get left behind by athletes that are training with Coach Boone's speed drills. The work for Mushin, they will work for you!
Check it out! Football Fast- Get NFL Speed Training Here
Coach Mike Gough
www.procombinetraining.com
Special Offer: If you purchase
A highly respected colleague of mine, Jeremy Boone, who is one of the top speed coaches in the country has produced a DVD with Chicago Bears WR Mushin Muhammed.
You know that I don't recommend to many products to my loyal followers. And if I am going to recommend you to get a specific product, you know that I fully endorse the informational value of his DVD.Boone, the Speed coach for the Carolina Panthers has hit the nail on the head with this DVD called 'Football Fast'. Not only do you get the DVD, you get access to a members only website with audio interviews and cutting edge football speed training information.
If you don't get on board with this product, you may get left behind by athletes that are training with Coach Boone's speed drills. The work for Mushin, they will work for you!
Check it out! Football Fast- Get NFL Speed Training Here
Coach Mike Gough
www.procombinetraining.com
Special Offer: If you purchase
Mastering the 40 Yard Dash recieve my bonus 40 Yard Dash - Lesson Course Manual free ( a 29.95$ Value).
Sunday, April 16, 2006
NFL Combine Training Technique
If you are one of those athletes out there that think there is not much science to performing the combine tests and think you can head out there and just wing it, you are selling yourself short.With that being said I had an very inspiring e-mail yesterday from one of my client's parents who attended a high school Addidas Combine. Here goes:
Hi Mike,
Just wanted to drop you a line and let you know how matt did. Amazingly, he increased his vertical by 7 inches since the last camp due to your new technique. He had a 35inch vertical, benched 12 reps at 185, did the shuttle in 4.2 and the 40 in 4.6. This was the electronic sensor start and sensor stop so the times were running slower than they would have normally been, as you said. His shuttle was fabulous.
At least 6 college coaches from the camp complimented him and commented that he had the best shuttle technique they had seen at ANY of the high school combine camps. If he doesn't have THE fastest shuttle time out of the 300 kids that were invited to this camp, it'll definitely be in the top 5. Thank you sooooo much. I was already getting about 2 dozen coaches asking me where he wants to go to college, where he's from, GPA, SAT score, etc......Matt's so determined to play college football and your help has been invaluable. We'll keep you up to date as to how he does at the Nike Recruiting camp on May 20th. Again thank you and have a great day!
Ms. K
So there you go. All this in two hours teaching young Matt some of the technique instruction that is in my Pro Combine Preparation Manual. Imagine what you can do with having this resource in your hands to constantly refer to.
http://www.procombinetraining.com/h/m2/default.asp?lang=&nCategory=216
If you are going to put your future on the line at a combine, give yourself the best preparation out there. Be prepared, perform at your best.
http://www.nflcombinetraining.com
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
PS. If you have not yet got your copy, you better get one or you are selling yourself short. The Pro Combine Preparation Manual (http://www.nflcombinetraining.com )
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2006
Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Do You Have Heart?
Yesterday I wrote an e-mail on "the fastest route to success". This email recieved alot of positive feedback.
I wrote that e-mail because I have noo time whatsoever for those that don't what to be the best they can be.
See when I take on a new client, they have to want it, becasue if they don't than really what is the point? I can try to push them, motivate them, but if the effort is not there than the are wasting my time and their time.
See you have to commit yourself to wanting it. Paying the price of success. Everyday my goal is to make my athletes better than they were yesterday.
Do you think it is easy? We both know that it is tough to train and prepare, to extract every ounce of potential out of your body.
But that right there is the difference between success and failure, making the team and being cut, achiveing your goals. It takes heart.
Heart I can't teach you or give you. Some of us have it, other wil not. Some of us have it and have not been pushed to the point of finding it. What about you?
My Secrets of Combine Training Manual I released last week has opened alot of eyes thus far. It does not only enhance your combine performance, increases your athletic ability, it teaches you what hard work really is. It is demanding no dubt about that. But when you have completed the 8 week program, you will feel like you have never felt before.
See what the buzz is all about.
http://www.procombinetraining.com/Secrets_of_Combine_Training.php
If you are willing to put the effort in, commit yourself to success, and follow my lead, the sky is the limit.
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
www.procombinetraining.com
P.S. When you want to be a success, and you have the heart and determination you want to get thier fast. This program will give you the success you are looking for. http://www.procombinetraining.com/Secrets_of_Combine_Training.php
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
I wrote that e-mail because I have noo time whatsoever for those that don't what to be the best they can be.
See when I take on a new client, they have to want it, becasue if they don't than really what is the point? I can try to push them, motivate them, but if the effort is not there than the are wasting my time and their time.
See you have to commit yourself to wanting it. Paying the price of success. Everyday my goal is to make my athletes better than they were yesterday.
Do you think it is easy? We both know that it is tough to train and prepare, to extract every ounce of potential out of your body.
But that right there is the difference between success and failure, making the team and being cut, achiveing your goals. It takes heart.
Heart I can't teach you or give you. Some of us have it, other wil not. Some of us have it and have not been pushed to the point of finding it. What about you?
My Secrets of Combine Training Manual I released last week has opened alot of eyes thus far. It does not only enhance your combine performance, increases your athletic ability, it teaches you what hard work really is. It is demanding no dubt about that. But when you have completed the 8 week program, you will feel like you have never felt before.
See what the buzz is all about.
http://www.procombinetraining.com/Secrets_of_Combine_Training.php
If you are willing to put the effort in, commit yourself to success, and follow my lead, the sky is the limit.
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
www.procombinetraining.com
P.S. When you want to be a success, and you have the heart and determination you want to get thier fast. This program will give you the success you are looking for. http://www.procombinetraining.com/Secrets_of_Combine_Training.php
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
Preparation Is Vital
Had some great news today, as one on my clients got signed with the Miami Dolphins. It had been hard for him so far this year, being the last cut by the Dolphins in training camp, then not knowing what would take place in the uncertain world of the NFL.
One thing I stressed to him was preparation. No doubt it was hard for him to stay motivated and keep the desire burning inside. He kept himslef physically prepared, training, lifting, running, catching when he did not know if or when the call would come.
The same things goes when preparing for a combine or tryout. You may find out in two days that some team is holding a tryout camp, or there is a NFL scout testing some players in your area. If you are serious about playing at the next level, you have to be prepared all the time.
The time to prepare is NOW. You will never know when the call will come.
To get prepared click here: http://www.nflcombinetraining.com
Never let procrastination get in the way of your goasl and your success.
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
P.S. The sooner you get started thinking and studying the Combine tests the better your will perform! http://www.nfcombinetraining.com
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
**The contents of this daily email are not to be considered as medical advice.
Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any fitness
program.**
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941 907 8484 Phone
mikegough@procombinetraining.com
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
One thing I stressed to him was preparation. No doubt it was hard for him to stay motivated and keep the desire burning inside. He kept himslef physically prepared, training, lifting, running, catching when he did not know if or when the call would come.
The same things goes when preparing for a combine or tryout. You may find out in two days that some team is holding a tryout camp, or there is a NFL scout testing some players in your area. If you are serious about playing at the next level, you have to be prepared all the time.
The time to prepare is NOW. You will never know when the call will come.
To get prepared click here: http://www.nflcombinetraining.com
Never let procrastination get in the way of your goasl and your success.
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
P.S. The sooner you get started thinking and studying the Combine tests the better your will perform! http://www.nfcombinetraining.com
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
**The contents of this daily email are not to be considered as medical advice.
Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any fitness
program.**
This email is protected by copyright, 2005, Athletic Edge Sports LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of this email is strictly prohibited without the
express written consent of Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
Mike Gough
Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
7345 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240 USA
941 907 8484 Phone
mikegough@procombinetraining.com
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
Weight gain is god or bad for the 40 yard dash?
I often get athletes that come to me looking to get bigger, with no mention of maintaining or enhancing their speed. Recently I picked up a ten pound plate and asked an athlete how fast he could run with the plater strapped to his back? He laughed but in all honesty when athletes try to bulk up, their speed, more specifically their acceleration, usually suffers.
So what can be done?
Well gradual lean muscle weight gain is suggested as opposed to rapid weight gain. This allows the body to adjust to the weight gain and maintain their speed. Rapid weight gain slows the body down, decreases flexibility, and ultimately inhibits the fluid movement patterns of the athlete.
So next time you are addicted to gaining muscle, think to yourself that you are an athlete, you need to build athleticism first as muscle is slowly added to the body. You need to Stretch to make sure that the muslces can move through a full range of motion. A balanced body of speed and lean muscle is what we are after. Both size and speed can be achieved, it just takes time to do it right.
Remember building a solid foundation takes time, hard work and dedication.
If you are looking how to develop speed, look no further than "Mastering the 40 Yard Dash" manual which has a knockout 30 day speed training program that will give you that drive and acceleration you have been longing for.
Sprint on over to http://www.masteringthe40yarddash.com/
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
P.S. As a bonus this weekend anyone who takes me up on the Mastering the 40 Yard Dash offer will recieve my 10 Lesson 40 Yard Dash Course Free!!!! This is only available to you! http://www.procombinetraining.com/mastering_the_40_yard_dash.php
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
**The contents of this daily email are not to be considered as medical advice.
Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any fitness
program.**
This email is protected by copyright, 2005, Athletic Edge Sports LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of this email is strictly prohibited without the
express written consent of Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
Mike Gough
Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
7345 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240 USA
941 907 8484 Phone
mikegough@procombinetraining.com
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
So what can be done?
Well gradual lean muscle weight gain is suggested as opposed to rapid weight gain. This allows the body to adjust to the weight gain and maintain their speed. Rapid weight gain slows the body down, decreases flexibility, and ultimately inhibits the fluid movement patterns of the athlete.
So next time you are addicted to gaining muscle, think to yourself that you are an athlete, you need to build athleticism first as muscle is slowly added to the body. You need to Stretch to make sure that the muslces can move through a full range of motion. A balanced body of speed and lean muscle is what we are after. Both size and speed can be achieved, it just takes time to do it right.
Remember building a solid foundation takes time, hard work and dedication.
If you are looking how to develop speed, look no further than "Mastering the 40 Yard Dash" manual which has a knockout 30 day speed training program that will give you that drive and acceleration you have been longing for.
Sprint on over to http://www.masteringthe40yarddash.com/
Regards,
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
http://www.procombinetraining.com/
P.S. As a bonus this weekend anyone who takes me up on the Mastering the 40 Yard Dash offer will recieve my 10 Lesson 40 Yard Dash Course Free!!!! This is only available to you! http://www.procombinetraining.com/mastering_the_40_yard_dash.php
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45 Degrees to Speed
45 degrees to speed you ask? He must be crazy! When speed training the angle of your body plays an important part in you running a 4.4 sec. 40 yard dash or a 5.2 sec. 40 yard dash.
With a proper forward body lean you are able to achieve a power triple extension of the ankle, knee and hip joint aloowing you to explode with each stride and accelerate explosively. Sounds good doesn't it?
45 degrees is what it is all about. Now go try it.
For drills to enhance your forward body lean, accelerate on over to http://www.procombinetraining.com/h/m2/default.asp?lang=&nCategory=421
Time is ticking. for you to improve your 40 yard dash.
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
www.procombinetrianing.com
PS. Soon my NFL Combine clients will be making the trip here to start preparing with me. If you want to know what it is we do check this out! http://www.procombinetraining.com/h/m2/default.asp?lang=&nCategory=426
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
**The contents of this daily email are not to be considered as medical advice.
Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any fitness
program.**
This email is protected by copyright, 2005, Athletic Edge Sports LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of this email is strictly prohibited without the
express written consent of Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
Mike Gough
Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
7345 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240 USA
941 907 8484 Phone
mikegough@procombinetraining.com
http://www.procombinetraining.com
With a proper forward body lean you are able to achieve a power triple extension of the ankle, knee and hip joint aloowing you to explode with each stride and accelerate explosively. Sounds good doesn't it?
45 degrees is what it is all about. Now go try it.
For drills to enhance your forward body lean, accelerate on over to http://www.procombinetraining.com/h/m2/default.asp?lang=&nCategory=421
Time is ticking. for you to improve your 40 yard dash.
Mike Gough
NFL Combine Training Expert
www.procombinetrianing.com
PS. Soon my NFL Combine clients will be making the trip here to start preparing with me. If you want to know what it is we do check this out! http://www.procombinetraining.com/h/m2/default.asp?lang=&nCategory=426
Copyright, Athletic Edge Sports, LLC 2005
**The contents of this daily email are not to be considered as medical advice.
Always consult a physician before beginning or changing any fitness
program.**
This email is protected by copyright, 2005, Athletic Edge Sports LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of this email is strictly prohibited without the
express written consent of Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
Mike Gough
Athletic Edge Sports LLC.
7345 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240 USA
941 907 8484 Phone
mikegough@procombinetraining.com
http://www.procombinetraining.com
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Sunday, March 06, 2005
Scott Young Breaks NFL Combine Bench Press Record
Scott Young broke the NFL Combine Bench Press Record Thursday at the 2005 NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Young a 6'4" 312 lbs guard pressed the 225 lbs. bar for 43 repetitions breaking the NFL Combine Record of 42 in what was a overall super human performance by the BYU offensive linemen. Young who had been consistently hitting marks of 48-53 reps during training will look to increase his showing during his NFL Pro Timing Days held on March 9th and 16th.
Young was the talk of this years combine. He clocked a 4.97 sec. 40 yard dash time, jumped 35" in the vertical jump, 9'7" in the broad jump, and had a blistering 4.37 short shuttle time. Overall Scott tested at the top of his position.
Young was the talk of this years combine. He clocked a 4.97 sec. 40 yard dash time, jumped 35" in the vertical jump, 9'7" in the broad jump, and had a blistering 4.37 short shuttle time. Overall Scott tested at the top of his position.
Saturday, December 11, 2004
PCT Announces New "Exclusive" NFL COmbine Training Program
AES-PCT's President and Founder Mike Gough announced today that AES will be offering and exclusive NFL Combine Training Program for the eliet of the 2005 NFL Draft Class. This exculsive NFL Combine Training Program will offer luxuries which went offered in the past including massages to enhance recovery, peronal stretching sessions, along with specific post workout supplementation and nutrition to enhance the athlete's performance and recovering.
Do to the limited amount of spots in this exculsive program, each athlete receives uparalleled attention and training instruction. "Every athlete in this exclusive NFL Combine Training Program will leave thoroughly prepared for the combine not only physically but also in terms of mental, position specific, wonderlic test preparation, and team interviews." says Mike Gough, NFL Combine Training Expert.
Athletes will train in very small groups unlike other programs that have as many as 20-30 athletes training at once. "Combine preparation is all about the small details, with personalized attention given to each athlete, I can break down individual limitations the athlete has which will help his marketability and increase his draft status."
"We are looking to take NFL Combine Training to a new level of service and results." Last year AES-PCT had 7 players in NFL Training Camps and currently have 5 players on NFL Rosters.
For more information on the Athletic Edge - Pro Combine Training Program contact www.ProCombineTraining.com or Mike Gough @ 941.907.8484 or via e-mail mikegough@procombinetraining.com
Do to the limited amount of spots in this exculsive program, each athlete receives uparalleled attention and training instruction. "Every athlete in this exclusive NFL Combine Training Program will leave thoroughly prepared for the combine not only physically but also in terms of mental, position specific, wonderlic test preparation, and team interviews." says Mike Gough, NFL Combine Training Expert.
Athletes will train in very small groups unlike other programs that have as many as 20-30 athletes training at once. "Combine preparation is all about the small details, with personalized attention given to each athlete, I can break down individual limitations the athlete has which will help his marketability and increase his draft status."
"We are looking to take NFL Combine Training to a new level of service and results." Last year AES-PCT had 7 players in NFL Training Camps and currently have 5 players on NFL Rosters.
For more information on the Athletic Edge - Pro Combine Training Program contact www.ProCombineTraining.com or Mike Gough @ 941.907.8484 or via e-mail mikegough@procombinetraining.com
Saturday, October 16, 2004
HOW TO START PREPARING YOURSELF FOR THE NFL COMBINE TRAINING
HOW TO START PREPARING YOURSELF FOR THE NFL COMBINE NOW!
It's the middle of the season. Yes you should be focused on finishing the season off and maximizing your on-field performance, but you should also be taking steps to getting things prepred for right after the last college game. Here is a list of 5 things that you can be doing now to help you prepare you and your body for the NFL.
It's the middle of the season. Yes you should be focused on finishing the season off and maximizing your on-field performance, but you should also be taking steps to getting things prepred for right after the last college game. Here is a list of 5 things that you can be doing now to help you prepare you and your body for the NFL.
1. Stretching - I know that the majority of athletes hate to stretch. They think that it's a waste of time or can't find time out of their busy schedule to do so. Stretching is a key component to Combine training and preparation. It's so important that here at PCT we have teamed up with renowned stretching specialist Dr. Taras Kochno, who is the personal streching specialist to the likes of Issac Bruce, Donte Stallworth, and Aeneas Williams. By starting to seriously stretch daily not only will your on-field performance improve for the remainder of the season, you will have started breaking down a big limiting factor for speed and power development, something we need to enhance to perform well at the NFL Combine.
2. Anaerobic Conditioning - The harder you can push yourself during in-season conditioning workouts the better your recovery will be when you arrive to train. Often athletes arrive here at PCT deconditioned after a long season, we spend the first week enhancing their anaerobic conditioning and enhancing recovery. Once the athlete is highly conditioned, the athlete can make the most out of speed and agility sessions because the athlete will be fully recovered from each exercise and drill.
3. Nutrition & Hydration - Believe it or not, what you eat now will play a role in what you will have to overcome in January. Excess body fat limits speed improvement. A lean healthy nutritional plan now will maximize performance come the NFL Combine. Water is the drink of choice, hydrated muscles will recover fast and perform to their potential.
4. Train the Core - Core Strength is the key to speed and power. Start targeting core strength and stability now. The abdominals, low back, obliques, and glutes are the target muscles groups. Training them now will only enhance training in January!
5. Rehab and Prehab - If you are injured now get the proper treatment to ensure that you will be ready come January. You can prevent injury by following the above guidelines which will help you recover and maximize performance.
Visit www.ProCombineTraining.com for more information on our Combine Preparation Program
Monday, September 13, 2004
NFL Combine Training
Looking to prepare for the NFL Combine? You've come to the right spot! Check out www.procombinetraining.com to get the latest on Combine Training and Preparation!
NFL Combine Preparation Manual
Looking to prepare for the NFL Combine, High School Combines?
Get an edge on the competition with our New Combine Preparation Manual. Learn proper 40 technique, the vertical jump, how to master each test to maximize your combine performance. Also included are sample drills and exercises along with a periodized training model.
The manual takes a in-depth look at the football combine process and the tests used to evaluate an athlete's football ability. This 70 page manual will break down each test, show you how to refine your technique, and maximize your combine performance.Get your preparation started the right way. 59.95 $ USD + Shipping. What you get!- Detailed look at the Combine Process- Detailed description of each test performed at the Combine- Key tips and technical cues to master each testHeight and Weight 40 Yard Sprint Pro Agility (5-10-5, Short Shuttle) L-Cone (Three Cone) Agility Vertical Jump Broad Jump Bench Press 60 yard Shuttle (Long Shuttle)- Training protocols to increase your combine performance- Nutrition- Everything is included to maximize your combine performance!or call 941-907-8484 to order your copy by phone!
Get an edge on the competition with our New Combine Preparation Manual. Learn proper 40 technique, the vertical jump, how to master each test to maximize your combine performance. Also included are sample drills and exercises along with a periodized training model.
The manual takes a in-depth look at the football combine process and the tests used to evaluate an athlete's football ability. This 70 page manual will break down each test, show you how to refine your technique, and maximize your combine performance.Get your preparation started the right way. 59.95 $ USD + Shipping. What you get!- Detailed look at the Combine Process- Detailed description of each test performed at the Combine- Key tips and technical cues to master each testHeight and Weight 40 Yard Sprint Pro Agility (5-10-5, Short Shuttle) L-Cone (Three Cone) Agility Vertical Jump Broad Jump Bench Press 60 yard Shuttle (Long Shuttle)- Training protocols to increase your combine performance- Nutrition- Everything is included to maximize your combine performance!or call 941-907-8484 to order your copy by phone!
Thursday, August 26, 2004
NFL Clients Making Impact
August 25, 2004 -- Athletic Edge Sports is pleased to announce that 6 players from our 2004 NFL Combine Training Program have signed NFL Contracts. All athletes were trained in Sarasota, Florida under the direction of NFL Combine Training expert Mike Gough. Headed by South Florida safety JR Reed, who was chosen in the fourth round 129th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles. Reed led the Nation in kick returns this past season and selected PCT to enhance his 40 yard dash before his private pro day. JR Reed, the star USF Safety crashed USC's Mike WIlliams Pro Day April 8th looking to make a final impression of NFL Scouts, GM's and Head Coaches heading into the 2004 NFL Draft April 24th. And that he did. Showing off new 40 yard dash techniques he recently learned after he started training with Athletic Edge. Reed clocked a 4.48 40, much faster than his previous times before training with Mike Gough. After the pro day Reed hopped on a jet to meet with the Philedelphia Eagles, New York Giants, Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons and will be back in Tampa Monday to work out with the Bucs. Atheltic Edge - Pro Combine Training Athletes Signed to NFL Contracts...JR Reed - Philadelphia EaglesElgin Hicks - Indianapolis ColtsKT Stovall - Tennesee TitansDwight Anderson - St. Louis RamsDeJuan Green - Oakland RaidersLewis Powell - Cleveland Browns Athletic Edge Sports is a world class sports performance conditioning center located in Sarasota, Florida. Under the direction of Mike Gough a world class strength and conditioning specialist, AES specializes in NFL Combine Training for athletes entering the NFL Draft. AES provides sport specific strength, speed, agility and power enhancement to elite amateur, olympic and professional athletes. Check out the AES website at http://www.AthleticEdgeSports.com and PCT at http://www.ProCombineTraining.com
Friday, July 23, 2004
Just Released... Mastering the 40 Yard Dash Book
Ever wanted to know the inside tips the athletes who attend the high profile NFL Combine Training facilities receive?
Now you can! The hottest speed training product of the summer will get you the speed training results you are looking for.
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I have trained athletes who have taken 2 tenths off their 40 Yard Dash times by refining their technique alone, not to mention combining that a 30 day Speed Training Program.
Those are Undeniable Results!!!
Look at what these athletes ran this year and where they signed…
Dwight Anderson – Clocked a 4.38 sec. 40 Yard Dash time – Signed by St. Louis Rams
Elgin Hicks - Clocked a 4.43 sec. 40 Yard Dash time – Signed by Indianapolis Colts
DeJuan Green - Clocked a 4.46 sec. 40 Yard Dash time – Signed by Oakland Raiders
JR Reed - Clocked a 4.48 sec. 40 Yard Dash time – Drafted by Philadelphia Eagles
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Get the most out of your summer training.
Regards,
Mike Gough BSc, CSCS
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