October/November 2019, Vol. XXIX, No. 5 CONTENTS Optimum Performance 10 The hybrid squat Wellness 16 Forgetting the feet 22 Digging into data 10 Player Safety 34 Safety in the weight room Player Safety 38 Threat of EEE hits Northeast Strength Training 16 40 Building a foundation in the weight room Safely getting inexperienced athletes on an effective training program. Sport Specific 44 Speed and strength in lacrosse 46 Product Marketplace 50 Ad Index Cover photo courtesy of Georgia Tech Athletics. 22 TRAINING-CONDITIONING.COM T&C OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2019 3 Correctly training players to be quick and explosive on the field. How some high school athletic programs are responding. Tips to avoid injuries during squats, deadlifts and cleans. Footcare is often overlooked by athletes, requiring more education from ATs. Strength Coaches Roundtable In our 2019 strength coaches roundtable, we look at the ways information and analytics influence how athletes train. A valuable asset to improve athlete power and speed.http://www.TRAINING-CONDITIONING.COM