Lead Training Analyst
Greg Brenner brings a deep understanding of team dynamics and physical conditioning to Sports Practice Edge. A former collegiate athlete and experienced trainer, Greg is passionate about improving the way teams prepare, practice, and compete. He specializes in analyzing successful training systems and translating them into actionable strategies for coaches and players at all levels. Greg is known for his clear, practical approach and his commitment to helping teams build strong foundations for success.
Start With Clear Objectives Before cones hit the field or timers start, you need to know what success looks like for that day. Not every practice session needs to be a grind, but it should have a purpose. Are you focusing on faster transitions? Better shot accuracy? Smarter team communication? Define it early, make it […]
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Understanding the Link Between Practice and Team Chemistry Team cohesion isn’t about personalities magically meshing. That’s a myth. Good vibes aren’t enough when the pressure’s high and decisions need to happen fast. What actually builds chemistry is shared reps under structure, struggle, and clarity. In practice, that looks like doing hard things together on purpose.
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Why Warming Up is Non Negotiable Warming up isn’t optional it’s foundational. Most soft tissue injuries don’t happen randomly; they happen when the body isn’t primed. A proper warm up increases blood flow, raises core temperature, and preps muscles, joints, and tendons for force and movement. Skip that, and you’re relying on luck. Before competition,
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Train Smarter, Not Just Harder Training harder doesn’t always mean getting better. Without structure and science, intensity alone can push athletes into plateaus or worse, injury. Understanding how to train smarter is essential for sustained progress and peak athletic performance. Why Intensity Without Structure Can Stall Progress Going all out every session may feel productive,
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Replicating Real Game Pressure What happens in training doesn’t always translate to the field. It’s one of the oldest frustrations in sports: athletes who dominate drills go quiet in actual games. Why? Because practice is usually structured, controlled, and predictable. Games aren’t. In real competition, choices must be made in split seconds under stress, against
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Why Fundamentals Still Win The Long Game of Athlete Development True athletic success isn’t built on shortcuts it’s built on consistent, intentional training that emphasizes fundamentals. Foundational skills are the invisible framework that supports long term growth, adaptability, and resilience. Without them, even the most talented athletes can struggle to progress when the game or
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Shifting the Strength Paradigm The old school model just load the bar and lift heavy is losing ground. Modern performance training has evolved past the brute force mindset. Strength still matters, but it’s no longer the singular focus. Now, training blends hypertrophy, joint friendly mobility work, and sport specific movements that actually carry over to
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Why Technical Precision Still Wins Games Raw talent can spark highlights. It can carry a player through early wins and give flashes of brilliance. But raw talent without refinement is a short lived advantage. What separates the good from the elite is how well they’ve shaped that talent with discipline, drills, and reps. Precision doesn’t
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Recovery Isn’t Optional Grinding harder doesn’t mean getting better. In fact, it’s the fastest route to burning out or breaking down. Your body builds during recovery not during the reps, the miles, or the sweat. That means the hours you spend resting aren’t a pause button; they are the upgrade process. Training stresses your system.
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Pushing through the grueling miles of a long-distance run or ride isn’t just about physical endurance—it’s a mental game. I’ve learned that mental toughness can make or break performance when the body feels like giving up. It’s not something you’re simply born with; it’s a skill you can build and refine. From staying focused to
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