I have been a self diagnosed “quote nerd” for as long as I can remember.  Back in high school (in the early 90’s) I started with a spiral notebook and a pen and wrote down every quote I found inspiring.  Quotes from movies, coaches, books, signs… you name it… if I saw it or heard it, I wrote it down.  I have continued doing that for the past 15 years.   So here is a vast collection of my favorite motivational quotes.  While I am strength & conditioning coach by trade, my overall goal in life is simple; to inspire, to motivate, to influence and to help anyone who is passionate about basketball and training.  I have found quotes are a valuable tool in doing just that. I hope you enjoy these quotes as much as I have and use them to motivate yourself and those around you. (BONUS SECTION: The 29 Books Every Coach or Player Must Read)

In order to maximize potential on the basketball court, you must maintain the strength built throughout the entire off season.  As obvious as it sounds, strength training is still a greatly underestimated aspect of preparation in many programs and often a much neglected component during the actual playing season.  Just remember, basketball players are not Olympic lifters, Power lifters, or bodybuilders, so they need not train that way. A safe, time efficient and productive in-season program can take as little as 20 minutes twice a week! But it will be well worth the investment in staying strong, injury free, and confident.

Whether you are a coach or player, you are probably in constant search to find the best methods for improving basketball performance.  After all, with all else equal, a bigger – faster – stronger and more conditioned player will be superior on the court.  A constantly overlooked area of training preparation and performance is flexibility and the role it plays in maximizing each and every workout, practice, and game.  This guide gives you an easy to follow stretching routine that focuses on the hips, hamstrings, groin, and low back and includes pictures and descriptions.

When most people think of strength training; they think of lifting weights.  While that certainly is a type of strength training; it is not the only type.  Some of the most effective exercises are those that don’t use any traditional equipment! The following workout is a full body strength workout that can be done right on the court! It can be done before/after practice and is a great way to maintain usable strength throughout the season.  This workout is an excellent tool for players and teams on the road who don’t have access to a weight room.  These exercises can also be effectively incorporated into a “regular” strength training workout. This guide includes over 30 digital pictures and descriptions of each exercise (plus a bonus section on proper footwear).  This workout is perfect for any age player or team!

In order to truly achieve maximum potential on the court, it is imperative to develop healthy eating habits. The following info serves as a nutritional guide for putting players on the right path. This guide has been compiled from the information found in numerous articles and presentations by competent, qualified sports nutritionists and registered dieticians. This guide is packed with info and addresses proper weight gain, a sample daily menu, fluid recommendations, pre and post game rules, two delicious recipes for shakes, and the 10 Golden Nutrition Rules for Basketball Players.  This guide is a must for every player and coach!

This program is designed to meet the specific needs of a basketball player and address injury prevention (for the ankles, knees, shoulders, and low back) as well as performance enhancement (jump higher, run faster, and become a quicker defender).  Basketball players are not Olympic lifters, bodybuilders, or track athletes… so they shouldn’t train that way! The main focus of the pre-season is two-fold; get stronger and get in great basketball shape!  This program outlines the way. This program includes several weekly training split options, 2 upper body and 2 lower body strength workouts, 4 cutting edge agility drills, and 3 court diagramed conditioning drills.  This pre-season program is a must for any player to team who wants to compete at the highest level!