by BlackFlagAthletics | Apr 20, 2024 | BFA Blog
At Black Flag Athletics in Avon, Ohio, the atmosphere resonates with the rallying cry of “Be an athlete!” This mantra isn’t just for seasoned competitors; it’s for everyday individuals navigating the demands of work, family, and life. Why do we...
by BlackFlagAthletics | Apr 14, 2024 | BFA Blog
Once a quarter at Black Flag Athletics, our coaches gather to delve into the intricacies of leadership, class management, coaching development, and communication strategies. These quarterly meetings serve as the cornerstone of our commitment to continuous improvement...
by BlackFlagAthletics | Apr 7, 2024 | BFA Blog
When many of us embarked on our fitness journeys, we were often still in grade school, where physical education classes introduced us to activities like kickball and dodgeball. Yet, amidst the fun and games, we were also exposed to fundamental human movement patterns:...
by BlackFlagAthletics | Mar 31, 2024 | BFA Blog
Recently, I delved into Arnold Schwarzenegger’s latest book, “Be Useful, Seven Rules For Lift,” opting for the audio version. In the early chapters, Arnold shares his approach to encountering newcomers in the gym. His simple yet profound question,...
by BlackFlagAthletics | Mar 23, 2024 | BFA Blog
We’re thrilled to kick off a brand new strength cycle this week at Black Flag Athletics, and we’re doing it with a twist – introducing our modified “Wendler 5-3-1 Program.” This program is tailor-made to seamlessly integrate into our class...
by Black Flag Athletics | Mar 6, 2022 | BFA Blog
I recently had an athlete ask me why they have such a difficult time “staying in the zone” and why there is so much heart rate fluctuation when training using different modalities. I had already known that Target Heart Zone Training can be inaccurate and...
