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8 01, 2026

Think You Know How to Speed Train?

2026-01-08T15:30:06-07:00

By Ernie Atkins, CSCS

Speed training is something a lot of athletes think about once the season gets close. But the truth is, the off-season is where real speed gains (and injury prevention) actually happen. Whether you’re a parent trying to understand what your athlete needs or an athlete yourself, understanding why speed training matters […]

Think You Know How to Speed Train?2026-01-08T15:30:06-07:00
4 08, 2025

How to Balance Training, School Sports, and Club Sports Without Burning Out

2025-10-08T11:32:09-07:00

By: Ernie Atkins, CSCS

If you’re trying to juggle school, club, and training, you’re not alone. A lot of athletes feel like they have to pick one or the other. The truth is, you can do all three. You just need a plan. Let’s walk through what that actually looks like, step by step. […]

How to Balance Training, School Sports, and Club Sports Without Burning Out2025-10-08T11:32:09-07:00
1 05, 2025

Why Strength Training Outside of School Is a Game-Changer for High School Athletes

2025-05-01T11:25:51-07:00

By Ernie Atkins, CSCS, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Spooner Sports Institute

NIL Deals, College Recruiting, and Instagram Highlight Reel Promotion. It feels like the level of high school sports just keeps rising and rising, and it can feel hard to keep up without a road map or guide. But the good news […]

Why Strength Training Outside of School Is a Game-Changer for High School Athletes2025-05-01T11:25:51-07:00
3 04, 2025

Meet Ernie: The New Face of Sports Performance at Spooner Sports Institute

2025-04-03T11:30:48-07:00

We’re excited to introduce Ernie, our new Head Sports Performance Coach at the Spooner Sports Institute, to the community. With years of experience training athletes across multiple sports, Ernie brings a deep passion for helping athletes become the best versions of themselves. We sat down with him to learn more about his journey, his approach […]

Meet Ernie: The New Face of Sports Performance at Spooner Sports Institute2025-04-03T11:30:48-07:00