In accordance with Governor Greg Abbott’s plan to reopen the State of Texas, Clarke Athletics’ Gym will reopen on May 18th and will gradually reintroduce programs and initiatives throughout the summer.  Since our gym is located within Children’s Health StarCenters-Plano, we are following and sharing the same guidelines and restrictions. We will continue to follow stringent […]

While upper body strength is important for hockey players, it should be last on your list of priorities.  Core comes first, followed by your legs, and then upper body exercises.  Power sports, relies on the strength and power generated by the legs.  Your upper body exercises should not occupy more than 40% of your time […]

The muscles of the trunk and torso act to stabilize the spine, pelvis and shoulder girdle. From this solid, balanced base the limbs can be moved powerfully and under control. In fact before rapid movements of the extremities can take place, the central nervous system stabilizes the spine in anticipation. The rate at which the […]