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TOOLS TO BECOME A BETTER ATHLETE

Stay updated with Jared Kirven's latest insights on science-backed training methodologies, athlethic development and injury resilience.

Acute to Chronic Workload Ratios: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Sports Science
September 5, 2025Jared Kirven

Acute to Chronic Workload Ratios: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?

Learn how to use the Acute to Chronic Workload Ratio (ACWR) to manage training loads, prevent injuries, and keep athletes healthy while progressing.

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Why CNS Splits Make the Most Sense for Athletes
Training Programming
September 1, 2025Jared Kirven

Why CNS Splits Make the Most Sense for Athletes

Discover why organizing your training around central nervous system demand, rather than just muscle groups, can be a game-changer for athletic performance and recovery.

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Functional vs. Non-Functional Movements — And Why It's Time to Rethink That Mentality
Training Philosophy
August 15, 2025Jared Kirven

Functional vs. Non-Functional Movements — And Why It's Time to Rethink That Mentality

Challenge the traditional concept of 'functional' vs 'non-functional' exercises and discover why a bigger, stronger muscle is a better-functioning muscle, regardless of how it got there.

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Adaptation vs. Preparation
Athlete Development
July 2, 2025Jared Kirven

Adaptation vs. Preparation

Explore the crucial difference between training for adaptation and training for preparation, and why both are essential for long-term athletic performance.

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What Training Like an Athlete Looks Like
Athletic Performance
June 4, 2025Jared Kirven

What Training Like an Athlete Looks Like

Discover why training like an athlete is about building power, resilience, and movement quality for all ages and lifestyles.

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