In-Season

Moderate Intensity Loads

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There are numerous variables that a coach can manipulate when it comes to resistance training.  Some of these variables include:   Sets Reps Frequency Intensity Tempo Rest Interval Exercise Selection   Intensity is a key variable that will be the main topic of today’s post. Intensity refers to the percentage of 1 rep max on …

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Avoiding Strength Loss During the In-Season

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Finding time for strength training in-season can be difficult, particularly with extensive travel and competition schedules. Moreover, it’s important to allow for sufficient recovery time between practices, games and lifting sessions. Elimination of strength training in-season happens all too often for the aforementioned reasons. Strength levels can be retained in male field-sport athletes for about …

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