Biography
Alan Stein is the owner of Stronger Team and the Head Strength & Conditioning coach for the nationally renowned, Nike Elite DeMatha Catholic High School boys basketball program. He spent 7 years serving a similar position with the Montrose Christian basketball program. Alan brings a wealth of valuable experience to his training arsenal after years of extensive work with elite high school, college, and NBA players.
His passion, enthusiasm, and innovative training techniques make him one of the nation’s leading experts on productive training for basketball players. Alan is a performance consultant for Nike Basketball as well heavily involved with Nike SPARQ Basketball. He is the head conditioning coach for the annual McDonald’s All American game, the Jordan Brand All American Classic, and the Nike Summer Skills Academies. Alan is a Camp Coach at the prestigious NBA Player’s Association’s Top 100 Camp as well as the Chris Paul CP3 Elite Backcourt Camp. Alan has filmed over a dozen DVD’s on improving performance and is a sought after lecturer at basketball camps and clinics across the world. He has been featured in Winning Hoops, Time Out, Dime, SI.com, SLAMonline.com, American Basketball Quarterly, Stack, Men’s Health, HOOP, and FIBA Assist Magazine.
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by Alan Stein 12-24-2010 05:20 PM
Training
One of the most common questions I get this time of year, from both players and coaches, has to do with working out over Christmas break. There is not a “one size fits all” answer.
There are several questions you need to ask when putting a plan in place:
- How long are you off from school?
- Do you have any games over the break (holiday tournament)?
- When is your first game of the New Year?
- How many days will you practice over the break?
- Will the practices be long and intense?
- How are you feeling (fatigued & banged up or rested & healthy)?
The answers to these questions will dictate what you should do.
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by Alan Stein 12-24-2010 05:08 PM
Sports Psychology
How well do you focus during games? Do you stay in the moment or do you get distracted?
Lack of focus causes missed lay-ups. Lack of focus causes missed defensive assignments. Lack of focus causes broken plays.
Lack of focus and mental breakdowns keep you from playing as well as you can play.
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by Alan Stein 12-24-2010 02:56 PM
Athlete Career Development |
Human Relations
I met Kevin Durant during his junior year at Oak Hill and began working him out that spring. He then transferred to Montrose Christian for his senior year (I was the team’s strength & conditioning coach).
Fast forward to today. KD is an All-Star and one of the NBA’s most potent scorers. Even though I no longer work him out, we have kept in touch after all these years.
This past weekend, Blair and I flew to Oklahoma City to see the Warriors play the Thunder. It was a whirlwind trip – in and out in less than 24 hours. But it was one I will never forget.
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by Alan Stein 12-14-2010 10:22 PM
Sports Psychology |
Coaching
Dictionary.com provided this definition of the word "prepare":
[pri-pair] – Verb
To put in proper condition or readiness.
How do you prepare for games?
1) Do you get 7-8 hours of sound sleep the night before a game?
2) Do you review your playbook or read your opponent’s scouting report before you go to sleep?
3) Do you eat a healthy, energy packed breakfast the morning of the game?
4) Do you pack your uniform, shoes, etc. in advance to avoid scrambling at the last minute?
5) Do you “dress for success” on game day to put yourself in a confident state of mind?
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by Alan Stein 12-09-2010 10:07 PM
Athlete Career Development |
Coaching
Does every player in your program know what their role is? Are you sure?
A major factor in your team’s success is getting every player to:
- Know their role
- Accept their role
- Have pride in their role
Coach Jones takes a unique approach. Prior to our first game, he conducts a 15 minute meeting with every player and their parents. He offers his thoughts on their first 3 weeks of practice, he clearly defines their role on the team, he estimates how much playing time they will get, and he outlines his expectations.
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by Alan Stein 12-06-2010 11:53 PM
Training |
Coaching |
Injury & Rehabilitation
With two full weeks of practice under our belts, we (DeMatha) are off to a great start. Our players are starting to jell into a cohesive unit. We are still miles away from where we need to be, but we are moving in the right direction. We have several scrimmages lined up, to help us fine tune things, prior to our season opener on December 1st. Our players are looking forward to competing against someone other than themselves!
Despite the great start, we are physically banged up right now. Our guys compete so hard in practice… there is no shortage of bumps, bruises, and sore muscles. Regardless of how thorough our pre-season strength & conditioning program was… the intensity, volume, and contact has been turned up ten-fold since practice began. It’s normal for players to be a bit banged up in the first few weeks. Their bodies (and minds) are getting acclimated to the rigors of full contact practices. It doesn’t mean our pre-season training was deficient (believe me, it wasn’t). This is just another step up the “intensity ladder.” Our guys were sore the first couple of weeks of our pre-season training… but they adjusted. The same will happen now that practice has begun.
As Clarke W. Griswold said in Christmas Vacation, “it’s all a part of the experience!”
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by Alan Stein 12-01-2010 11:52 PM
Athlete Career Development |
Training
As a basketball player or coach, you may start to feel overwhelmed now that the season has begun. It can be tough to balance school, practice, games, and quality time with your family and friends. It may seem difficult to fit everything in and live a balanced life.
Know this - you will never find time for anything during the hectic season. You have to make time for the things that are important to you. If you truly love something, you will make the time for it. Time is never the problem… after all… each of us gets 24 hours in a day. Lack of passion and focus is the real problem!
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by Alan Stein 11-27-2010 04:47 PM
Training |
Athlete Career Development |
Coaching
Will lifting weights stunt your growth? At what age should you start lifting weights?
Let me put an end to this lingering myth once and for all…
Proper strength training does not stunt growth! In fact, you can actually begin a safe, age appropriate training program as young as 8 or 9 years old.
For all of the 13 and 14 year olds who email me or hit me up on Twitter or Facebook asking when they should start strength training… my answer is… today!
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by Alan Stein 11-08-2010 11:51 PM
Education |
Athlete Career Development
I am honored to receive hundreds of emails per week from coaches and players around the world… almost all of which offer kind words and support (for which I am truly grateful). I also get asked a lot of questions. The three questions I get asked most often by players are:
What is the best way to improve my vertical?
How do I get a college scholarship?
Will lifting weights stunt my growth?
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by Alan Stein 11-02-2010 11:45 PM
Coaching
In addition to horrible officiating, there is something else that all coaches can’t stand… turnovers. Turning the ball over in basketball is a cardinal sin. After all, winning the turnover battle is usually the key to victory.
But is there such a thing as a good turnover? I wouldn’t go that far… but all turnovers are not equal. There is difference between trying to pivot through a trap to pass to an open teammate and getting called for traveling and making a casual perimeter pass that gets stolen. There is a difference between attacking the rim and being called for an offensive foul and tossing an ill-advised behind the back pass out of bounds during a simple 2-on-1 fast break.
What’s the difference? One was an assertive play and the other wasn’t. You have to learn to live with assertive turnovers.
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by Alan Stein 11-01-2010 12:35 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Training |
Coaching
As I have mentioned numerous times, the game of basketball has afforded me the opportunity to meet some amazing people, travel to some amazing places, and have some amazing experiences. All of which I am thankful for.
One of those remarkable people is shooting coach Dave Hopla. Coach Hopla has worked in the NBA for several years (Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards). My right hand man Blair O’Donovan has worked with him the past 5 years in China at the Nike All-Asia Camp and they have become great friends.
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by Alan Stein 10-17-2010 07:04 PM
Training |
Coaching
With the start of the high school season approaching fast, it is time for you to ask yourself a significant question…
What separates you?
What is it about your game that separates you from every other player?
Are you as massive as Dwight Howard?
Are you as explosive as LeBron James?
Are you as skilled as Kevin Durant?
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by Alan Stein 10-17-2010 06:26 PM
Athlete Career Development |
Coaching |
Sports Psychology
Jerry West is a living legend.
Yeah, he is in the NBA Hall of Fame.
Sure, he was voted one of the 50 greatest players of all time.
For crying out loud… Jerry West is the NBA logo!
When he speaks, you need to listen.
Jerry West is friends with the father of a basketball player at Gonzaga High School in Washington, DC. A couple of weeks ago he stopped in to address the team after a pre-season workout. He spoke from the heart and gave sound advice:
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by Alan Stein 10-11-2010 07:57 PM
Sports Psychology |
Coaching |
Athlete Career Development
This past weekend I had an opportunity to meet (and listen to) two brilliant basketball minds: Jeff Van Gundy and Brad Stevens. I was overwhelmingly impressed, as they both offered invaluable insight into what it takes to be successful on and off the court. Here are the highlights:
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by Alan Stein 09-26-2010 04:31 PM
Training
I have been ensconced in elite level basketball for the past 10 years. I know firsthand what it takes for a program to be successful. While talent is obviously a key factor, it is actually the little things that make an average team a good team, a good team a great team, and a great team a championship team. Don’t wait for the season to start until you “sweat the small stuff.”
If you are a coach, you need to ask yourself the following 10 questions. If you are a player, you need to share these questions with your coach!
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by Alan Stein 09-21-2010 12:24 AM
Sports Psychology |
Coaching |
Training
One of my high school players asked me if I will teach Luke and Jack that they "can be anything they want to be when they grow up."
I said “nope.”
They were shocked!
They thought that’s what parents were supposed to teach their kids.
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by Alan Stein 09-13-2010 11:22 PM
Sports Psychology
Why? Because they have already figured out the 6 keys to success:
For those that follow my blog, you know I am the proud father of 6 month old twin sons, Luke and Jack. While I am not 100% certain (haven’t had them actually tested), I am confident they are geniuses. I’m serious!
1) Persistence: they never quit. Ever. When they want something… to be fed, to be changed, or hold a toy… they do not stop until they get what they want. Right now they are learning to crawl… and they spend hours and hours “practicing.”
How persistent are you in getting what you want? How relentless are you in your development?
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by Alan Stein 09-02-2010 01:00 AM
Training
It’s been exactly one month since my last blog post. I am refreshed, re-energized, and completely refocused on my commitment to offer quality insight on basketball strength & conditioning, coaching, and motivation.
In addition to spending quality time with my wonderful wife Rebecca and my twin sons Luke and Jack (23 weeks old), I read a dozen books on leadership and watched numerous DVDs and YouTube clips on performance enhancement. I combed through notebooks of my own notes and took time to reflect and evaluate my entire program. Most importantly, I developed my plan for this coming pre-season.
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by Alan Stein 08-01-2010 11:41 PM
Camps |
Training
With such a rigorous schedule, your body is banged up, fatigued, and broken down. You need to get in some quality active rest between now and when school starts. Honestly, scheduling an adequate period of active rest is very important!
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by Alan Stein 07-18-2010 12:26 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Training
Having had the opportunity to be around the most talented players in the country, I noticed there is a key factor that separates the good from the great. That is the ability to compete.
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by Alan Stein 07-11-2010 12:44 AM
Training
Do you think we can get 7 high school basketball players to dunk after 10 weeks of training?
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by Alan Stein 07-04-2010 04:57 PM
Athlete Career Development |
Training
I had a chance to learn from the NBA's best...
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by Alan Stein 06-26-2010 11:52 PM
Sports Psychology |
Athlete Career Development
Top 5 Stories from the NBPA Top 100 Camp
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by Alan Stein 06-22-2010 12:53 AM
Sports Psychology |
Athlete Career Development
You need talent, luck, and persistence. Pick any two if you want to be successful.
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by Alan Stein 06-03-2010 11:26 PM
Athlete Career Development
Steve Nash represents everything that is right with the game of basketball.
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by Alan Stein 05-30-2010 01:55 AM
Training |
Athlete Career Development
I get hundreds of emails per month from youth basketball coaches around the world asking questions about proper training. One of the main topics they ask is about athletic testing.
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by Alan Stein 05-18-2010 01:50 AM
Injury & Rehabilitation |
Training
A basketball player’s feet are important. Let me rephrase that. A basketball player’s feet are extremely important.
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by Alan Stein 05-12-2010 01:46 AM
Training
One of the most significant ingredients to success is your ability to be comfortable being uncomfortable.
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by Alan Stein 05-01-2010 07:12 PM
Trusted Athlete Educator |
Image Branding
If you want to be successful, both on and off the court, you need to start viewing yourself as a brand.
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by Alan Stein 04-26-2010 05:44 PM
Training
The players who have the best chance to excel at the next level (whether college or the NBA) are those who combine natural talent, solid fundamentals, an unparalleled work ethic, and a fantastic attitude.
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by Alan Stein 04-12-2010 11:23 PM
Training
See how one of the nation's top high school basketball programs prepares for a national tournament.
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by Alan Stein 04-01-2010 10:47 PM
Coaching |
Training
About a year ago I adopted the tag line, “the best players are in the best shape.” Think about it. Who are currently the two best players on the planet? Kobe and LeBron. Have you noticed what kind of shape they are in?
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by Alan Stein 03-28-2010 01:15 AM
Training
Hopefully most of you know, my main goal and number one priority is to help as many basketball players and coaches as I can. I am very thankful for the myriad of people who have helped me along the way and I am always looking to give back.
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by Alan Stein 03-07-2010 11:47 PM
Sports Psychology |
Coaching
This is the third and final segment of “Traits and Habits of Successful Basketball Coaches.”
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by Alan Stein 03-01-2010 01:06 AM
Sports Psychology |
Coaching
As a reminder, this series is the edited transcript from a phone interview I did with my friend Andy Louder from Hoop Skills Academy (www.HoopSkills.com).
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by Alan Stein 02-23-2010 12:16 AM
Sports Psychology |
Coaching
This blog is the first of a two-part series on a subject that I hold near and dear to my heart: “Traits and Habits of Successful Basketball Coaches”
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by Alan Stein 02-19-2010 01:18 AM
Sports Psychology |
Training
If you have read my last three blog posts (“Losing Sucks,” “Lesson Learned,” and “Want To”), you know the Montrose Christian boys basketball team has been experiencing some adversity lately.
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by Alan Stein 02-14-2010 12:26 AM
Sports Psychology
Before you can win, you have to understand why you lose.
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by Alan Stein 02-08-2010 01:07 AM
Human Relations |
Sports Psychology
This is a spontaneous follow-up to my last post, “Losing Sucks.” Why a follow up? Because this past Saturday night we were very lucky to escape with a 4-point overtime win against Kecoughtan High School from Hampton, VA.
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by Alan Stein 01-27-2010 12:33 AM
Sports Psychology
Chris Paul said it best during a talk at his camp last summer, “I hate losing more than I like winning.”
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by Alan Stein 01-19-2010 09:40 PM
Sports Psychology |
Training
Nothing in life is guaranteed... especially in sports!
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by Alan Stein 01-10-2010 10:29 PM
Training |
Athlete Career Development
Here are several random thoughts to start 2010!
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by Alan Stein 12-31-2009 05:07 PM
Sports Psychology |
Athlete Career Development |
Training
One of the key ingredients to long lasting success in any field is proper preparation. A player, team, or program that knows how to effectively prepare will have a greater rate of victory. Proper preparation is the cornerstone of WHAT WE DO.
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by Alan Stein 12-31-2009 04:35 PM
Training |
Athlete Services |
Image Branding |
Special Event
This post will give you some insight to the myriad of new programs, events, and products I plan to launch in 2010 (Twenty-Ten). I am going to take my game to the next level this coming year and I hope to assist and motivate you into doing the same!
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by Alan Stein 12-21-2009 11:38 PM
Other |
Athlete Career Development
One year ago, almost to the day, I set the lofty goal of reading 50 books in 2009. And here, in my 50th blog post of the year (strangely coincidental), I am proud to announce… mission accomplished!
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by Alan Stein 12-13-2009 12:59 AM
Sports Psychology |
Training
Self-reflection and evaluation doesn’t need to be a long process. I recommend taking 30 minutes (with no distractions… no TV, no cell phone, and no computer) and honestly answering each of the following questions...
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by Alan Stein 11-26-2009 12:42 PM
Other
“The more thankful you are for what you have; the more you will have to be thankful for.”
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by Alan Stein 11-25-2009 01:02 AM
Sports Psychology
I use quotes as tools to motivate my players as well as to motivate myself. While I am a strength & conditioning coach by trade, my overall goal in life is simple—to inspire, to motivate, to influence and to help anyone who is passionate about basketball.
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by Alan Stein 11-16-2009 12:45 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Training
Some tips to make sure you play your best season.
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by Alan Stein 11-15-2009 11:28 PM
Training
It is imperative you realize the road to a championship starts now!
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by Alan Stein 11-10-2009 11:26 PM
Coaching |
Training
The expectations are super high for our 2009-2010 Montrose Christian boys basketball team .
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by Alan Stein 11-02-2009 02:05 PM
Sports Business
To pay homage to David Letterman and ESPN SportsCenter, below is a list of my Top 10 moments from the past ten years.
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by Alan Stein 10-28-2009 10:30 PM
Athlete Career Development |
Coaching
Every single aspect of our lives actually does come down to choices.
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by Alan Stein 10-18-2009 06:04 PM
Athlete Career Development
How hard do you work on your craft? Whether you are a player, a coach, or a trainer… how much time and effort do you put into your own development and improvement? An honest answer to this question will ultimately dictate your overall success.
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by Alan Stein 10-11-2009 06:39 PM
Training
This is the third installment of a three-part series on pre-season basketball training.
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by Alan Stein 10-04-2009 11:34 PM
Special Event |
Coaching |
Camps
Hubie Brown is 76 years old and has been involved in high-level basketball for over 50 years. He, literally, has seen and done everything in this game.
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by Alan Stein 09-27-2009 11:04 PM
Training |
Nutrition
This post will serve as checklist to gauge how well you are preparing for the season.
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by Alan Stein 09-15-2009 12:42 AM
Training
It is crucial you are doing everything possible to get in great basketball shape. Whether you are a question mark to make the JV team or a potential All American, being in anything less than outstanding basketball condition is unacceptable.
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by Alan Stein 09-14-2009 12:29 AM
Sports Psychology |
Training
Failure, if handled appropriately, is a key ingredient to being successful.
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by Alan Stein 08-31-2009 10:41 PM
Training
A sneak peak at what's to come for my blogs in the fall.
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by Alan Stein 08-22-2009 07:40 PM
Training
This past weekend I had the privilege of working the 2nd Annual Chris Paul Elite Guard Camp. The camp was held in CP’s home town of Winston-Salem, NC. This “invite only” camp featured 30 of the top high school guards in the nation.
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by Alan Stein 08-16-2009 01:23 AM
Training
This is a follow up to my Vertical Jump Con Artist blog post a couple of weeks ago.
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by Alan Stein 08-01-2009 02:19 PM
Training
This blog is collection of thoughts and suggestions to make sure you maximize your workouts over the next several weeks.
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by Alan Stein 07-26-2009 11:43 PM
Philanthropy |
Camps |
Athlete Career Development
My involvement with the Nike Star Search Camp in Kingston, Jamaica over the past two years has been a life-changing experience.
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by Alan Stein 07-22-2009 01:49 AM
Training
I was inspired and compelled to write a blog from the heart about my feelings towards a growing group of internet con artists who claim to be “vertical jump improvement” experts.
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by Alan Stein 07-10-2009 01:55 AM
Camps |
Athlete Career Development |
Training
Nike set the standard for youth basketball development and the LeBron James Skills Academy and accompanying King City Classic have been heralded as the premier events of the summer.
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by Alan Stein 07-07-2009 02:44 AM
Camps |
Athlete Career Development |
Training
This year’s Paul Pierce Nike Skills Academy was held right outside of Boston, Massachusetts and included the nation’s top shooting guards.
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by Alan Stein 07-07-2009 02:13 AM
Camps |
Athlete Career Development |
Training
The goal of the Nike Academies is to positively impact the lives of elite players by providing superior instruction, personal mentorship, and a once in a lifetime experience.
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by Alan Stein 06-30-2009 05:23 PM
Education |
Camps |
Athlete Career Development |
Trusted Athlete Educator
From the opening staff meeting the goal of the camp was made crystal clear; make this the best basketball camp in the world.
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by Alan Stein 06-20-2009 10:34 PM
Human Relations |
Sports Psychology
I think leadership is an important topic for me to touch on as I truly believe there is a tremendous lack of leadership in today’s game; specifically with today’s youth.
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by Alan Stein 06-18-2009 01:12 AM
Book Reviews |
Training
I am excited to announce two new series of blogs I will begin posting weekly in addition to my normal posts - NBA interviews and book reviews.
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by Alan Stein 06-16-2009 09:36 PM
Training
A further look at the NBA draft process and combine tests, along with a look back at some past draft busts and successes!
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by Alan Stein 06-15-2009 01:19 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Training
An in depth look at the NBA draft process, particularly the pre-draft combine tests.
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by Alan Stein 06-09-2009 01:31 AM
Training
Here is a great strength training challenge for the off-season; see if you can lift 60,000 lbs in 60 minutes!
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by Alan Stein 05-28-2009 03:37 PM
Do you think NBA players only play hard in the playoffs? I don't!
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by Alan Stein 05-20-2009 10:50 AM
Coaching |
Camps |
Training
Whether you are in high school or college, if you aspire to play in the NBA, I hope you take your strength & conditioning seriously now, because you will need to when you get to that level!
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by Alan Stein 05-15-2009 01:24 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Training |
Camps |
Coaching |
Sports Psychology
Dedication and commitment are essential for success in any endeavor, but especially in basketball.
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by Alan Stein 05-10-2009 03:32 PM
Special Event |
Training
Get an inside look at NBA pre-draft workouts...
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by Alan Stein 04-28-2009 12:37 PM
Marketing |
Image Branding |
Athlete Career Development
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by Alan Stein 04-22-2009 02:00 AM
Sports Psychology |
Special Event |
Camps |
Athlete Career Development |
Training
Insight on the Jordan Brand All American Classic and Quotes from Michael Jordan for young players
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by Alan Stein 04-13-2009 02:00 AM
Sports Psychology |
Athlete Career Development |
Training
3 ingredients of being successful...
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by Alan Stein 04-06-2009 02:00 AM
Training |
Sports Psychology |
Athlete Career Development
Insight on what makes basketball players great...
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by Alan Stein 03-30-2009 02:00 AM
Special Event |
Training
Insight on Final Four, McDonald's All American Game, and the first ever NHSI Tournament!
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by Alan Stein 03-16-2009 02:00 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Athlete Services |
Sports Psychology |
Training
More valuable info on your off-season basketball training program...
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by Alan Stein 03-09-2009 02:00 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Coaching |
Sports Psychology |
Training
This blog post will cover the importance of rest and recovery, the evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses, and examining your spring & summer schedule.
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by Alan Stein 03-09-2009 02:00 AM
Coaching |
Sports Psychology |
Training
If you are sensing your players are miserable, have lost motivation, and aren’t having any fun…you can find ways to make things more enjoyable for everyone in the program and it will result in improved performance on the court.
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by Alan Stein 03-09-2009 02:00 AM
Human Relations |
Sports Psychology |
Training
Who is the glue on your team? Who holds your team together? Who keeps the team focused when times are tough? Who does all of the little things to make your team successful?
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by Alan Stein 03-09-2009 02:00 AM
Training
Alan Stein, head trainer at Montrose Christian, outlines his blog schedule for the next few months.
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by Alan Stein 03-08-2009 03:00 AM
Training |
Sports Psychology
Alan Stein, head trainer at Montrose, reveals his program's strength and conditioning program. No wonder Montrose is one of the best high school team's in the nation and produces the likes of Kevin Durant and other D-I players.
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by Alan Stein 03-08-2009 03:00 AM
Human Relations |
Sports Psychology |
Training
What is the first step to improving as a player? It is identifying your weaknesses. Before you can truly improve, you have to establish what needs improvement. This can only be done through evaluation.
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by Alan Stein 03-08-2009 03:00 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Sports Psychology |
Training
Long story short, if you want to get to the next level, whether that is college or the NBA, you need to do the little things. Doing the little things add up to a big deal! And remember, someone is always watching.
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by Alan Stein 03-08-2009 03:00 AM
Sports Psychology |
Training
There are four things that determine if a basketball player will be successful: physical ability, physical training, desire, and mental training. But how many players spend time on the last one: the mental side?
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by Alan Stein 03-07-2009 03:00 AM
News |
Sports Psychology
My thoughts on last night's game between Oak Hill and Montrose....
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by Alan Stein 03-07-2009 02:00 AM
Human Relations |
Special Event |
Sports Psychology
This is the letter I wrote to my team for the Montrose Christian-Oak Hill game on Friday, March 6, 2009. I gave a copy to each player at the end of a quick upper body lift after practice.
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by Alan Stein 03-06-2009 03:00 AM
Sports Psychology |
Training
To be a great basketball player, you have to learn how to finish!
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by Alan Stein 03-06-2009 02:00 AM
News |
Special Event |
Sports Psychology |
Training
A look at Oak Hill vs. Montrose Christian
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by Alan Stein 02-25-2009 02:00 AM
Athlete Career Development |
Coaching |
Human Relations |
Sports Psychology
Alan Stein, head trainer of Montrose Christian Academy, looks at the importance of relationships in basketball and how vital they are to a player's individual success.
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by Alan Stein 02-15-2009 02:00 AM
Training |
Sports Psychology
Alan Stein, owner of Stronger Team and Head Trainer of Montrose Christian Academy, talks about how vital preparation is to success and gives you an inside look at an elite high school basketball team's regimen.
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by Alan Stein 02-11-2009 02:00 AM
Training
Alan Stein, who is the owner of Stronger Team and the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the nationally renowned, Nike Elite Montrose Christian Mustangs boy’s basketball program, drops his introductory blog in his weekly blog series.
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