What We Test and Why

Matt Secrest

Published on: 31/07/2026

A breakdown of every test on your athlete's quarterly report at Wilmington Strength, what each number measures, why we test it, and how we improve it.

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How to Learn the Clean in 10 Minutes

Matt Secrest

Published on: 07/04/2026

When coached correctly, it builds the exact qualities needed for speed training, athletic conditioning, and sports performance development — helping athletes run faster, jump higher, and produce more explosive power on the field or court.

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How to Prevent Hamstring Pulls | What Actually Works

Matt Secrest

Published on: 07/04/2026

Hamstring pulls are one of the most common injuries in team sports — and the reality is that most of them are preventable.

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Unlock Your Athletic Potential with Olympic Lifts

Matt Secrest

Published on: 07/04/2026

Whether you’re a high school athlete chasing college potential or an adult looking to move and feel like an athlete again, Olympic lifting is one of the most powerful tools we use to build speed, strength, and explosiveness.

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