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We have Ricky and his hoilistic healing to counteract any effects our workouts may have on our guys.
Except this particular writer was capable. Ross Tucker was an OG in the NFL. He was a Pro Bowler as well as All Pro. He retired in '05. So whether you agree or disagree with his opinion, it's still an opinion from someone who has first hand knowledge.It is always funny when you get the writers such as the SI individual that writes things about efforts that they never were capable of. If you look at what helps people maintain strength, add flexiability and maintain a healthier body for longterm life activities, it is exactly what Parcells has his players I, I mean Soprano will be doing. Theses WRITERS are normally ones a bit overweight, sit on the couch and coach teams on Sunday from there easy chair. So I'm guessing we should take this with a grain of salt written from the armchair Quarterbacks :hi5:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/writers/ross_tucker/03/18/offseason.programs/1.html
"Parcells, for example, favors timed squats and hang cleans, which many players feel leads to additional wear and tear on their joints and serves to shorten their career. The emphasis of Parcells and his disciples on increasing strength and explosion may reap short-term benefits but cause long-term harm."
Better load up on all the draft picks we can if these guys are disposable.
Since when is Parcells our coach?
Tucker, 28, said Parcells is big on squats and hang cleans, two grueling exercises designed to increase power and explosion. Those exercises also can take their toll on a player’s knees and backs, and ultimately shorten his career, Tucker said.
Good read. I have 2 issues.
1) squats and hand cleans are fine...as long as it does not cause injury or damage which could later on lead to injury on the field.
I think there is a fine line between a grueling off-season and preservation so finding that balance is so crucial. You can only hope and trust that the experience of our coaches will know that balance. I wouldn't want anything to happen to our players.
2) a harsh off-season like doing that 300 yard conditioning test may work in cooler climates like in NY and Dallas but in the South Florida heat? I really feel sorry for our players. Dolphin players throughout history could barely handle 2 a days in the scorching heat.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/writers/ross_tucker/03/18/offseason.programs/1.html
"Parcells, for example, favors timed squats and hang cleans, which many players feel leads to additional wear and tear on their joints and serves to shorten their career. The emphasis of Parcells and his disciples on increasing strength and explosion may reap short-term benefits but cause long-term harm."
Better load up on all the draft picks we can if these guys are disposable.
What a load of crap. Does this SI writer offer any scientific proof or medical statistics/evidence proving his theory? NO, of course not. Just another quack writer spouting off about things he doesn't know anything about. :rolleyes2:
Ricky already has aroma therapy candles set up all over the training facility and locker room. We are taken care off.