--- title: Strength and Conditioning Blog | BridgeAthletic | Shelley Harper description: Shelley graduated from UC Berkeley in 2012 majoring in Integrative Biology and is currently applying to nursing school. She competed on the women’s swim team at Cal and contributed to three NCAA Championship team titles in her four years. Shelley’s interest in exercise physiology was sparked after discovering connections between the materials learned in her anatomy lab and her athletic endeavors. It is her goal to share this knowledge and inspire other athletes to make these connections to help them reach their personal goals. After finishing her swimming career in 2012, Shelley is now a triathlete utilizing her background in exercise physiology to aid this athletic transition. --- [![BridgeAthletic Blog](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hs-fs/hub/414934/file-1317417595.png?width=150&height=50&name=file-1317417595.png "BridgeAthletic Blog")](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com) - [BridgeAthletic.com→](https://bridgeathletic.com/) ## Shelley Harper Shelley graduated from UC Berkeley in 2012 majoring in Integrative Biology and is currently applying to nursing school. She competed on the women’s swim team at Cal and contributed to three NCAA Championship team titles in her four years. Shelley’s interest in exercise physiology was sparked after discovering connections between the materials learned in her anatomy lab and her athletic endeavors. It is her goal to share this knowledge and inspire other athletes to make these connections to help them reach their personal goals. After finishing her swimming career in 2012, Shelley is now a triathlete utilizing her background in exercise physiology to aid this athletic transition. Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Whey, Soy, or Casein Protein: Which is Best for Athletic Performance?](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/whey-soy-casein-protein-comparison) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 21, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Protein%20Shakes.jpeg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/whey-soy-casein-protein-comparison) Protein intake is important for all athletes, especially while endurance training. Oftentimes, athletes tend to focus on carbohydrate intake rather than focusing on protein intake, which could have a negative effect on health and overall athletic performance. Muscle growth and repair are heavily dependent on protein levels. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/whey-soy-casein-protein-comparison) [Nutrition](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/nutrition) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) [Recovery](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/recovery) ## [Muscle Fiber Types and Strength Training](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/muscle-fiber-types-and-their-adaptations-through-training) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 17, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Muscle%20Fiber%20Types.jpeg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/muscle-fiber-types-and-their-adaptations-through-training)   [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/muscle-fiber-types-and-their-adaptations-through-training) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) ## [Peripheral Fatigue During Strength Training](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/peripheral-fatigue-whats-happening-and-why) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 17, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Tired%20Athlete%20with%20dumbbells%20290x160.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/peripheral-fatigue-whats-happening-and-why) When elite athletes are faced with a tough workout or practice they often times have to dig deep and find the strength to finish it, no matter what it takes. It is not uncommon for athletes to experience this feeling on a semi-regular basis. But what is happening in these instances to make their muscles feel like they are about to give out? It’s the process of peripheral fatigue. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/peripheral-fatigue-whats-happening-and-why) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) [Recovery](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/recovery) ## [The Importance of Inter-set Rest in Strength Training](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-importance-of-inter-set-rest-in-strength-training) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 16, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Strength%20%26%20Conditioning.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-importance-of-inter-set-rest-in-strength-training) Strength training is shown to provide many benefits for elite athletes including, but not limited to: increased muscle endurance, hypertrophy and increased muscular strength. The specifics of a strength program are extremely important to monitor. In addition to the already well researched and stressed details of repetition in numbers and weight load, rest intervals can help you reach your specific strength training goals.  [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-importance-of-inter-set-rest-in-strength-training) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) [Competition](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/competition) ## [The Physiology of Naps and the Impact on Athletic Performance](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-physiology-of-naps-and-their-benefits-for-athletes) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 14, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hs-fs/hub/414934/file-1969199808.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-physiology-of-naps-and-their-benefits-for-athletes) Whether athletes incorporate naps into their daily routine or choose to opt for them when they are overly exhausted, naps can have a profound effect on alertness and athletic performance. But when is the right time to nap and for how long? The answers to these questions depend on the individual, and the following will help athletes determine the perfect nap in terms of time and length that is best for them. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-physiology-of-naps-and-their-benefits-for-athletes) [Competition](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/competition) ## [Which Sports Drink is Best for Athlete Performance?](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/which-sports-drink-is-best-for-athlete-performance) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 14, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/99%20Stretch%20with%20bottle.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/which-sports-drink-is-best-for-athlete-performance) Lemon-lime, Fruit Punch, Cool Blue, Pomegranate-Berry, Grape--the list goes on. Today, sports drinks come in endless flavors, dozens of brands, and various sizes-making it a task choosing which one. The sports drink industry continues to grow, providing many different options for the elite athlete. From the low or zero-calorie options to new brands growing in popularity, the market is larger than ever.   [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/which-sports-drink-is-best-for-athlete-performance) [Nutrition](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/nutrition) [Recovery](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/recovery) ## [Plyometrics in Strength Training](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/plyometrics-in-strength-training) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on July 05, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Soccer%20Performance%20Training%20ladders%20(1).jpeg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/plyometrics-in-strength-training) Explosive speed and power are major assets to athletes during competition. Adding plyometric exercises in your strength training program can enhance athletic performance and propel your athletes to the next level. Implementing plyometric exercises will improve contraction efficiency and increase explosiveness in an athlete's start and change of direction. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/plyometrics-in-strength-training) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) ## [How to Reach your Athletic Goals in the Heat of Summer](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/reach-your-athletic-goals-in-the-heat-of-summer) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on May 01, 2017 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/blog-files/sweatyathlete.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/reach-your-athletic-goals-in-the-heat-of-summer) For athletes, there are many difficulties that go along with exercising in hot temperatures. Whether you are a football player, track athletic or a year-round swimmer, it is extremely important to consider the environment in which you train. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/reach-your-athletic-goals-in-the-heat-of-summer) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) [Sports Technology](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/sports-technology) ## [Goal Setting for the New Year | BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/goal-setting-for-the-new-year) By [Shelley Harper](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper) on December 20, 2016 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/lisaRoberts_victory.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/goal-setting-for-the-new-year) January 1st inspires many athletes to dream big and set goals for the upcoming year. This symbolic “fresh start” gives many the opportunity to reflect on last year’s performance while looking toward the future. In this post, we explore the different types of goals and their effectiveness, as well as provide a few goal-setting tips to help you reach your full potential in the new year. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/goal-setting-for-the-new-year) [Performance Trends](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/performance-trends) [All posts](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/all) [Next](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/shelley-harper/page/2) ### **ABOUT US** As Olympians, professional athletes, and coaches, we understand the work it takes to achieve your goals. Having seen first-hand the difference access to great coaching can make, we want to make that competitive advantage available to every athlete, everywhere. 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