Testing is a crucial part of training, even more so in the era of big data. On this episode of the GAINcast Vern walks through his approach to testing and shares his best practices. In the end testing is about getting an accurate picture of the athlete so you can determine the way forward. That's easier said than done, and Vern has learned a few lessons throughout his career about how to making testing more specific, integrated, and motivational. For more information on this topic, read the complete show notes at: http://www.hmmrmedia.com/2018/01/gaincast-episode-101-test-practices/

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HMMR Plus members receive exclusive benefits like our monthly sports science newsletter, online hangouts with experts, and webinars. This month's theme is testing. Learn more on the topics at http://www.hmmrmedia.com/