ALPHA Human Performance: Speed, Strength and technique in sports are not enough without a COMPETITIVE Mindset

Physical conditioning, strength and sports specific technique are critical to success in sports, and they can determine the outcome for teams and athletes. But those factors are not enough.

Being COMPETITIVE is the difference maker. Without competitiveness, the drive and hunger to win and to be successful in sports will not be there, and physical strength and technique will not be enough.

Competing is a mindset. It's about being driven to be your best no matter what you do, no matter where you are. True competitors are always working towards gaining a competitive edge, whether it's through training, practice sessions, nutrition-----you name it.

Competing is about the inner drive that an athlete has where the desire to win and succeed far outweigh the potential to fail or to loose: something that athletes risk every time they enter the competitive arena.

Be focused on your preparation when it comes to the physical and technical part of your sport, but be diligent in making sure that you approach it with a competitive mindset.

DB 1-Arm Snatch

Want a simple power builder that is basic, but an absolute killer? Try DB 1-arm snatches.

1) Grab a dumbbell in one hand and stand with the feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

2) Descend your hips in a "power position" with flat back and chest up

3) Quickly pull the dumbbell toward the ceiling while at the same time extending your knees and hips and raising on to the balls of your feet, keeping the dumbbell close to your body as you pull it.

4) As the dumbbell gets to its highest point, very quickly rotate your elbow under the weight while extending your arm.

The dumbbell will rest over the top of your shoulder with the palm facing away from your body. "Catch the weight with knees slightly bent

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Speed, Strength and technique in sports are not enough without a COMPETITIVE Mindset