Founder & Head Performance Strategist
Mariese Boothell is the driving force behind Sports Practice Edge. With a strong foundation in sports science and years of hands-on experience working with athletes and coaching staff, she created the platform to bridge the gap between training theory and real-world practice. Her passion lies in helping teams unlock their full potential through smarter training, better injury prevention, and performance-enhancing strategies. Mariese oversees content direction and ensures every guide and article reflects the latest in sports performance research and coaching innovation.
What’s Changed in Athletic Training Ten years ago, a coach’s gut ruled the training room. If a player looked sluggish or sharp, plans shifted on intuition. Today, instinct still plays a role but now it’s backed by hard numbers. Athletes train under the lens of real time data. Heart rate variability, sprint load, hydration levels […]
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What Mental Conditioning Really Means Mental conditioning gets lumped in with a lot of buzzwords visualization, mindset, positivity. But here’s the thing: it’s not just daydreaming about winning gold or imagining the perfect swing. It’s structured, repeated cognitive training aimed at sharpening focus, managing stress, learning faster, and creating habits that hold up under pressure.
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Training Smarter, Not Harder Training regularly is key to progress, but doing so without injury is what ensures that progress lasts. In today’s fast paced fitness culture, injury prevention is no longer a bonus it’s a necessity. Why Injury Prevention Matters More Than Ever Sustained progress depends on your ability to train continuously. Injuries interrupt
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Getting Your Breathing Right Early Most endurance breakdowns don’t start in your legs they start in your lungs. Poor oxygen management leads to early fatigue, sloppy form, and a slow collapse in focus. If you’re gasping halfway through your session, it’s not just your conditioning it’s likely your breathing is off track. That’s where diaphragmatic
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Long-distance running isn’t just about endurance—it’s about mastering the art of pacing. I’ve learned that finding and maintaining a consistent speed can be the difference between finishing strong or burning out halfway through. Whether you’re training for a marathon or simply looking to improve your stamina, pacing plays a crucial role in achieving your goals.
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The modern pace of life forces many people to combine work, study, and hobbies. Taking gaming as an example, it can be a good hobby that helps you relax after a hard day, and at the same time a professional activity that brings in money. The problem arises when one of these areas begins to
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FIFA 26 isn’t just a way to kill some time after a long day. The more you play, the more you start noticing small changes: you react quicker, you read situations better, and you don’t tilt as fast because the game constantly throws different challenges at you. Even the economy inside the game matters –
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Image Source The Colorado Buffaloes enter the 2025 season with both hope and caution hanging in the air. After a strong showing in the prior year, expectations have shifted as the roster and schedule have evolved. Recent market lines and projections suggest that the program is entering a phase of measured growth rather than full-blown
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The gaming industry has long ceased to be a one-way process where developers create and players simply consume. Today, it’s the communities that shape how projects evolve, which ideas become trends, and what ultimately earns recognition. Fandoms aren’t just an audience — they’re a driving force capable of extending a game’s lifespan for years. Their
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Burnout doesn’t just happen overnight—it creeps in when we’re juggling too much without managing our energy wisely. I’ve learned that success isn’t just about working harder; it’s about working smarter and preserving the stamina to go the distance. That’s where energy management becomes a game-changer. Understanding The Art Of Energy Management Effective energy management focuses
