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Expertise
I can help athletes and or coaches with javelin training and technique, core training, shot put training, functional fitness, explosiveness and injury prevention.
Experience in the area
I'm an X-National Level Javelin Thrower and provicial level decathlete and am employed as a Private Sector Certified Personal Trainer with a degree in Human Kinetics and I'm a Certified High Performance Core Specialist. I've trained numerous clients and athletes regarding sports conditioning and have trained many track and field athletes especially javelin throwers with great success over the past 10 years.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science Human Kinetics (UBC). National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT). C.H.E.K. Certified High Performance Core Specialist. Extensive Biomechanics & Movement Analysis knowledge. Past Experience as a Certified Sports Aider.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nancy | 02/23/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks :D |
| allison | 08/19/10 | 7 | 10 | 10 | ok...thank you! |
| carissa | 04/13/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks. I decided to try and run ..... |
| Adriana | 11/02/09 | 5 | 10 | 10 | I will try thanks |
| Ben | 10/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for your tips Byron, looking forward ..... |
Recent Answers from Byron Collyer
2012-01-23 Weight Lifting For Sprinters:
Weights are definitely important for Sprinters John. The sets and rep ranges of each exercise play a vital role too in making your weight program effective. In regards to high school athletes, there are
2012-01-18 How to find a private coach:
Hi Terry, I can't help you much with finding a private coach in your area specifically but, I would start with calling some of the track clubs and seeing if they have a proper throwing coach available
2011-12-25 Plyometrics:
Hi Himanshu, I can't give you direct plyometric exercises without first assessing your fitness levels in person but, I can tell you that they are part of a good sprinting program and that you're old
2011-07-20 weak hamstring:
You absolutely need to rehabilitate your hamstring properly if you want to perform optimally Paul. It's one of the most pivotal muscles in sprinting and having it working properly is a must if you want
2011-07-20 Off Season Training:
I fully agree with your ideology of not becoming a distance runner to lose the weight. I'd suggest consulting a registered dietician (RD) and refining your eating habits. You can increase your training
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