Conditioning Metrics That Matter: Why VO2 Max Alone Isn’t Enough There is no single conditioning metric that matters most. Instead, it’s the interaction between several systems that determines how well you perform and how healthy you stay long term. At OC Gym Bend, we don’t chase one number. We build the complete engine. W…
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Middle School Sports Performance Training at OC Sports Performance: How We Build the Foundation At OC Sports Performance, we don’t rush athletes through training just to make them tired. Instead, we build them the right way. For our middle school athletes—primarily 7th and 8th graders—that means a one-year foundational spo…
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Why Strength Training Matters for High School Girls: Building Strong Bones for Life Caitlin Wells PharmD, Sports Pharmacist When we talk about strength training for high school girls, the conversation often focuses on sports performance—getting faster, stronger, and more confident on the field or court. But there’s a much bi…
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How We Measure Athletic Improvement at OC Sports Performance — And Why It Matters How We Measure Athletic Improvement at OC Sports Performance — And Why It Matters Parents and athletes all want the same thing: real results. Faster sprint times. Higher jumps. More strength. Better conditioning. Yet too many athletes are spend…
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Creatine for High School Girl Athletes: Benefits, Safety, and What the Science Really Says BY: Caitlin Wells PharmD Sports Pharmacist Creatine is one of the most researched and effective supplements in sports performance, yet many high school girl athletes and their parents still wonder whether it’s safe or necessary. The real…
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Why Tracking Metrics Is the Foundation of Real Athletic Success at OC Sports Performance In youth and high school sports, the athletes who separate themselves aren’t always the tallest, the strongest, or even the most naturally gifted. Instead, it’s the athletes who understand one powerful truth: what gets measured gets…
Real-World Results: Measured Performance Improves Performance at OC Sports Performance When we say “measured performance improves performance,” we mean it. At OC Sports Performance in Bend, Oregon, our athletes don’t just train hard — they track their progress, measure results, and build confidence through data. Recently…
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Real Speed Training, what does it look like? And why do most programs miss the mark. Speed is one of the most sought-after attributes in sports—and for good reason. Whether you’re trying to beat a defender to the ball, explode off the line, or close a gap on defense, speed changes the game. But here’s……
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Why Progressive Overload Isn’t Just for Your Main Lifts. If you’ve been training at OC for a while, you’ve probably heard your coaches talk about progressive overload. It’s one of the most important principles in strength training—and it’s how we make long-term progress. But here’s the thing: progressive overload d…
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Strength training with a newborn. How to Fit in Workouts With a Newborn (Without Losing Your Sanity) Motherhood is an incredible journey, but let’s be real—finding time to work out with a newborn can feel impossible. Between sleepless nights, constant feedings, and adjusting to life with a little one, fitness often takes a b…
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