Jump Training Exercises to Boost Power & Performance

jump training exercise

You’ll see jump training in almost every elite athlete’s program. They help build strength, leg power, and neuromuscular control. All the things athletes need to move fast, react quickly, and stay explosive during big plays. But jump exercises offer many benefits for anyone who can safely include them, not just athletes. A jumping workout can […]

Best Wearable Tech for Athletes in 2025

If you don’t understand what you’re tracking, then what’s the point of tracking it? Even with the best wearable tech for athletes, you still need to do the work, and do it smart. Smart sports gadgets can give you a lot of great data. Heart rate, VO₂ max, recovery time, training load. Watching those numbers […]

Biomechanical Analysis: Boost Your Recovery & Performance

Biomechanical Analysis

Sports biomechanics is more than 3D models and data. Working at this level of detail reflects precision, perseverance, and strength. How elite athletes become true champions. Physics, mechanics, anatomy. Biomechanical analysis might sound like something only scientists understand. And yes, it can get complex. But here, we break it down in the simplest and most […]

Best Pre & Post Workout Meals for Muscle Gain

You need three things for muscle gain: training, recovery, and nutrition. In other words, put in the work, allow your muscles to repair, and fuel them right. Today we’ll focus on that last piece: nutrition before and after your workouts. Here’s the simple rule of thumb for muscle-building meals: high in carbs, moderate in protein, […]

Best Home Gym Equipment: Get The Compact Essentials

A garage gym will never have all the equipment a commercial gym does. Period. But having compact fitness equipment at home makes total sense. At P1, we know it’s not always easy to make it in to train. Maybe you’re traveling. Maybe your schedule’s too tight. Or maybe you just want a quick 30-minute session […]

What Is Periodization Training? Benefits & Strategy Explained

Think about any goal you want to achieve. You need a plan, a structure that breaks the path into steps. That’s what periodization training does. It organizes your workouts so every phase moves you closer to your goal. Maybe it’s championship season. Maybe it’s weight loss. Or maybe it’s rehabbing from an injury while staying […]

Exercise for Rehabilitation: Safe Recovery Workouts

After a sports injury, you’ll often hear: “Rehab starts right away”. But what does that really mean? Should you jump into recovery exercises, or wait until the pain eases? The expert answer is one of our favorites: it depends. Starting rehab exercises early usually helps prevent muscle loss, reduce stiffness, and speed up recovery. But […]

Stages of Sleep & Recovery: Boost Performance Naturally

We talk a lot about workout routines, staying active, and hitting peak performance. But what about the greatest recovery hack most athletes overlook? The 4 stages of sleep. Is it the easiest drill or the hardest? Sleep isn’t always easy, and it can be really challenging during competition. Poor rest or even mild insomnia can […]

Heart Rate Zone Training: Smarter Workouts, Better Recovery

You can’t train at 110% all the time, that’s just the truth. Push that hard every session, and sooner or later, you’ll burn out. Just look at elite athletes. They mix recovery work, endurance sessions, and high-intensity bursts. That balance comes from heart rate zone training. But this method is not just for pros. Training […]

LeBron James Ankle Injury: Recover with Physiotherapy & Personal Training

Source LeBron James has been playing elite basketball since 2003. Over two decades later, he’s still defying time, expectations, and injuries. Still dribbling. Still flying. Still scoring. His talent is proven. His training is relentless. His recovery is next level. The secret to LeBron’s enduring career is more than just skill. King James takes his […]

PERFORMANCE COACH

Heather Berglund

Heather Berglund is a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor with over a decade of coaching experience. A former Division I soccer player at Utah State University, she understands firsthand what it takes to compete and perform at a high level. Heather specializes in youth athletic development, combining strength, speed, and confidence-building in a supportive and empowering environment. She continues to advance her education through coursework with Universal Speed Rating and Overtime Athletes, staying at the forefront of speed and agility training to help young athletes thrive—both on and off the field.

Performance Coach

Kyle Blendinger

A former standout collegiate baseball player, Kyle Blendinger brings high-level playing and coaching experience to the training floor. Drafted in 2017, Kyle was a four-year varsity starter at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and competed in the College World Series in 2018. He holds a degree in Exercise and Sport Science with a minor in Coaching and spent three years coaching at the collegiate level before transitioning into full-time performance training. Now in his fourth year as a trainer, Kyle has worked with several MLB players and numerous collegiate athletes. His approach blends firsthand athletic experience with science-based training and nutrition strategies to help athletes perform at their peak.