Training Tips
Training tips and drills for fencing.

Zen Warrior – Chess Master: Video
- By Craig Harkins
- . August 18, 2011
A new sport psychology video has been released that discusses the necessary psychological shifts between the analytical and intuitive (or active) mindsets during a fencing

The Effort Effect
- By Craig Harkins
- . April 20, 2011
“We insist on giving our best effort in everything we undertake. Furthermore, we see a huge difference between “good mistakes” (best effort, bad result) and

3 Things I Learned from Winning Ugly
- By Michael Green
- . December 29, 2010
The amount of insight that can be gleaned from Brad Gilbert’s Winning Ugly might be surprising since it is a “how-to-win” guide to tennis. The

Fencing Sport Psychology Video
- By Craig Harkins
- . December 15, 2010
This video contains interviews and observations on the psychological side of fencing. Interviews shot at the 2010 Summer National Championships. Thanks to Dr. Heil for

Periodization of your conditioning plan
- By Lorenzo Casertano
- . September 8, 2010
A proper strength and conditioning training regimen will change during the year as you shift from pre-season work to peaking for your most important tournaments. Read through this article to help plan your training cycle.