Training Articles from the Dragons Den

Coaching notes, athlete stories, and training advice written by the Dragons Den staff — speed and agility development, strength work for high school athletes, nutrition, and what we see working in the gym every week in Geneva and South Elgin.

Everything here is written by the coaches who run our floor — the same drills, progressions and programming decisions we use with the athletes in our training programs in Geneva and South Elgin. Start with the agility and hip-strength pieces if your athlete plays a cutting sport, and pair any article with our free calculators to put real numbers behind the training.

Mastering Change of Direction: Agility Drills to Boost Your Performance
August 4, 2026

Mastering Change of Direction: Agility Drills to Boost Your Performance

Ever wondered why elite athletes can cut, pivot, and explode in any direction while the rest of the field looks…

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Explode Your Athletic Performance: Master Hip Strength and Drop Your Hips for Faster Cuts
August 3, 2026

Explode Your Athletic Performance: Master Hip Strength and Drop Your Hips for Faster Cuts

Want to jump higher, sprint faster, and cut like a pro? The secret isn’t in your shoes or your diet…

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5 Exercises to Boost Athletic Performance
April 8, 2026

5 Exercises to Boost Athletic Performance

Introduction As a personal trainer who works with high school and competitive athletes every day, I am constantly looking for…

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Israel Abrams Commits to the Miami Hurricanes
April 7, 2026

Israel Abrams Commits to the Miami Hurricanes

Israel Abrams Is a Hurricane — And We Couldn’t Be More Proud Some moments you see coming from a mile…

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