Science-Backed Strength & Conditioning Insights
Forget the textbook fluff and fitness myths. My father and I break down the science of training, recovery, and athlete performance so you can stop guessing and start getting real results.
I was shocked when I heard pro cricketers were avoiding carbs. In this video, I explain why carbohydrates are the primary fuel for athletes and why social media has gotten it so wrong.
My father, Shanker Basu, shares his unfiltered thoughts on what makes a good coach in the modern era. He explains why coaches need to evolve, listen more, and empower their athletes to think for themselves.
Here are my top 5 cool-down methods for cricketers, from ice baths to contrast showers. I break down the science behind each modality, like vasoconstriction and buoyancy, to help you optimize recovery.
What's the most optimal warm-up for a cricketer? I outline my step-by-step process, from a light jog and mobility work to band activation and finishing with high-intensity sprints.
We discuss how weekend athletes can avoid common injuries like hamstring strains. A couple of targeted gym sessions focusing on eccentric work can make all the difference.
My father demonstrates an old osteopathic technique for relieving low back tightness. This is a great example of the practical, hands-on knowledge we pass on.
A short clip from our podcast on hamstring injuries. We touch on how lifestyle factors like nutrition and alcohol consumption play a huge role in injury risk and rehabilitation.
About this collection
Most online fitness advice is just noise that makes things unnecessarily complicated. Whether we are discussing why carbohydrates are actually fuel for athletes rather than the enemy, or explaining why 'no-pain-no-gain' is a fast track to injury, my philosophy remains simple. If the science does not support the move, we do not do it.
Beyond the Noise
Coaching isn't about shouting louder or forcing you into 'punishment' workouts. It is about understanding the 'why' behind every movement. My father, Shanker Basu, and I have spent decades in the field—from working with professional cricketers in the TNPL to coaching weekend warriors in Chennai and Bengaluru. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all programming.
What We Actually Do
Our approach is grounded in three pillars:
- Evidence-Based Coaching: We move away from the 'gym lore' you see on social media. We prioritize eccentric work, proper load monitoring, and biomechanics. Whether you are looking at recovery modalities like ice baths or contrast showers, or trying to understand the nuances of a hamstring rehab program, we explain the mechanics first.
- Independence: The sign of a great coach is that they eventually become redundant. We teach you how to think independently, how to test your own limits using protocols like the Yo-Yo test or 2km time trials, and how to fuel your body properly.
- Practicality: If you are a busy athlete or a trainer, you don't need academic lectures. You need tools that work. From our flagship PTSC workshops at the Padukone-Dravid Centre to our advanced internships in Chennai, we focus on hands-on skills—Olympic lifting, plyometrics, and speed drills that you can implement immediately.
The Philosophy
We strip away the ego. If you are training for performance, your nutrition, your recovery, and your sleep are just as critical as your time in the gym. We treat this as a holistic system. If you are tired of generic fitness advice and want to understand how elite-level S&C actually works, you are in the right place.
Arjun Basu
I’m Arjun, and I coach the way I train—based on hard evidence, not internet trends. My father, Shanker Basu, and I don't believe in punishment; we believe in building athletes who understand their own bodies and can push their limits safely.
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