Monday, October 30, 2023

Preparing for the Offseason

File ideas away for the offseason. A few players have such extreme athleticism they don't have to worry about 'training'. Bo Jackson said he only did pushups and situps. As a high school senior, someone suggested he go to the Alabama decathlon events. He showed up, not knowing the events, and set the state record.

The rest of us must train to develop "athletic explosiveness." Few athletes do. It's time-consuming and gym memberships cost money. The Melrose Athletic Department had (has?) an offseason workout program available.

Some young women are self-conscious about developing more muscles and working out in a facility with boys. I have no suggestions.

Two recent former MVB athletes who could "jump out of the gym" - Elena Soukos and Gia Vlajkovic. Two current with 'big air' are Sadie Jaggers and Sabine Wenzel. 

Your offseason program ideally addresses:

  • Skill
  • Strategy (learning the game)
  • Physicality (Athleticism)
  • Psychology (Resilience) 

Here's a manageable workout from Threads.  

Post by @jaredemanuele
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