--- title: Strength and Conditioning Blog | BridgeAthletic | Training Tips (7) description: Training Tips | The BridgeAthletic blog features workout routines and advice designed to give athletes, coaches, and trainers a competitive advantage. (7) --- [![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/) ## [Jump Variation | BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/jump-variation) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on March 18, 2020 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://s3.amazonaws.com/bridge-tracker-image/organization_logos/Bridge-Athletic_058_Optimized.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/jump-variation)   [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/jump-variation) [Coaching Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/coaching-tips) [Training Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/training-tips) ## [Bench Variation | BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/bench-variation) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on March 11, 2020 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Bench%20Thumbnail.png)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/bench-variation)   [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/bench-variation) [Coaching Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/coaching-tips) [Training Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/training-tips) ## [Aquatic Cycling: Is it a Better Workout?](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/aquatic-cycling-is-it-a-better-workout) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on September 17, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(2)%20copy-1.png)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/aquatic-cycling-is-it-a-better-workout) ## **Peloton in the Pool?**   [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/aquatic-cycling-is-it-a-better-workout) [Training Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/training-tips) [News](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/news) ## [When to Introduce New Training Protocols](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/when-to-introduce-new-training-protocols) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on August 19, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/PowerUp.png)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/when-to-introduce-new-training-protocols) ## **Introduce New Training in the Off-Season**     This is the latest research [on resistance training (RT)](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6548784/?utm_campaign=PowerUp&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_BQkwO-GWPpKhK2lopLRolGVgcaEky6RqVDREpZToYhNV3v_YKX7qRtzIbwh82WEz-UOPh)and its impact on running performance. The study found that one lower body RT session impairs sub-max running performance for several days post-exercise. Why is this important? While your athletes might not be training for the next Ultra marathon, it could inform how you introduce new protocols across your training seasons. This research is among the many pointing to the importance of a 'transition' period between seasons, a topic we're focused on due to the latest NCAA guidelines. [![View the New NCAA Guide](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/414934/c82018d4-6049-4400-aacf-eb0e3ed4a919.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/414934/c82018d4-6049-4400-aacf-eb0e3ed4a919) [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/when-to-introduce-new-training-protocols) [Coaching Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/coaching-tips) [Training Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/training-tips) ## [Build a Strength Program Online](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/build-a-strength-program-online) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on August 12, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/Untitled%20design%20(2)%20copy%203.png)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/build-a-strength-program-online) Subscribing to an online platform to help you build your strength training program is a great first step towards improving your workflow and empowering your team. [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/build-a-strength-program-online) [Coaching Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/coaching-tips) [Training Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/training-tips) ## [Upper Body HIIT Circuits | BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/try-upper-body-hiit-circuits) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on June 17, 2019 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/756_031019_Bridge.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/try-upper-body-hiit-circuits) ## **We See You, Biceps**   [Read More](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/try-upper-body-hiit-circuits) [Training Tips](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/topic/training-tips) ## [Defining Human Performance | BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/defining-human-performance) By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on November 06, 2018 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/hubfs/EXOS-Combine18-2615-1.jpg)](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/defining-human-performance) In episode #5 of Powering Performance, we chat with two performance experts to learn about training methodology, rising trends and educating your clients. We break down some of the knowledge gained from EXOS’ Director of Continuous Improvement, Stefan Underwood and Jon Barlow who oversees the Pro and Elite Sports at EXOS Arizona. They share their insight on their philosophies around training and how to create athlete buy-in. 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