Elevate The Athlete
 
 
 

Proven resources for athletes and coaches.

 

When coaches and athletes have what they need to be successful, they can lead others toward success.

Coach DJ Taylor’s work and leadership with Athletic Foundations, Inc. and Blockout Strength and Conditioning give athletes and coaches the education, skills, and resources to help them excel so they can impact others in positive ways.

 
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Low Caffeine Pre Workout & Caffeine Free Pre Workout Advice
Low Caffeine Pre Workout & Caffeine Free Pre Workout Advice

All the low caffeine pre workout options on the market are a lot to sort out. Here's exactly how I use caffeine with my training clients (with caffeine free pre workout options, as well).

Volleyball Strength and Conditioning Program for High School Athletes
Volleyball Strength and Conditioning Program for High School Athletes

Volleyball coaches and strength and conditioning coaches working with high school volleyball athletes can adapt my strength and conditioning program for their team. Read my 8-week course and case study.

Bodybuilding vs Strength Training: What You Need to Know
Bodybuilding vs Strength Training: What You Need to Know

If you are trying to understand the differences between strength training vs bodybuilding, I can help you understand the different goals, training methods, specific workout plans, and what to look for in a coach or trainer.

Hypertrophy vs Strength Training: Which Do You Need?
Hypertrophy vs Strength Training: Which Do You Need?

When it comes to hypertrophy vs strength training there are some fundamental things you (or your trainer) should know about the differences. They each will demand a different approach to your workouts, and they each have different end-goals.

Effective Communication for Coaches and Athletes
Effective Communication for Coaches and Athletes

It’s important for everyone tin all kinds of roles and with all sorts of responsibilities to have effective communication skills, so I want to explore this topic for athletes and coaches. Communicating well could be the difference-maker that puts you over the top for a new job, a spot on a team, or a college scholarship. Here are a few tips on how to improve your communication skills and be a more effective coach or athlete.

Coach Daniel's Thoughts on Certifications: Not All Are Created Equal
Coach Daniel's Thoughts on Certifications: Not All Are Created Equal

Whatever certification we’re considering or preparing for, it is important to know why we want it, what it will do for our current or future positions and responsibilities. Not only that, but it is important to look at what it's going to take to keep them.

Coach DJ Taylor’s Work and Passions

 

Athletic Foundations, Inc

When athletes and coaches have opportunities to flourish in their sports, they grow in every area of life. We believe all athletes and coaches should have access to the resources and services that will help them reach their goals.

My new nonprofit organization, Athletic Foundations, Inc. (AFI), will provide the best educational and training support to Alabama’s athletes, coaches, administrators, and athletic trainers.

Blockout Strength and Conditioning

It’s been a long time coming, but all of the pieces have fallen into place. My wife, Coach Nev, and I are working together to provide high-level training for girls who play volleyball through Blockout Strength and Conditioning.

Athletic Foundations Inc. is my main focus, but Blockout Strength and Conditioning is my passion. I am blessed to have this opportunity to work with my wife and provide elite level training opportunities to volleyball athletes in our area.

Relationships

We are all designed to know others and be known by others. One of Coach DJ Taylor’s goals as a coach, a nonprofit director, and a business owner are to know the athletes, coaches, and other clients he works with. What motivates you? What are your strengths and weaknesses? What are your accomplishments and struggles? The more Coach Taylor knows you, the better he can coach you.

Education

Sometimes it’s easy to coast in life and operate in a static mindset. But that’s no way to live. We have so many resources available that can help us learn, grow, and become more knowledgeable about ourselves. Seeking education is a better way of life. Coach Taylor learns more every day so he can offer more to his athletes, their parents, and coaches every day.

Coach DJ Taylor is a strength and conditioning coach, the founder and director of Athletic Foundations Inc, and the co-owner of Blockout Strength and Conditioning. He also instructs “Weight Training” at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Coach DJ Taylor is a National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach , with Distinction (CSCS, *D) and Certified Performance and Sport Scientist (CPSS).