As the season is quickly approaching for all playing levels, it's important to be prepared for what is to come. Many players put in the necessary work during the off-season, but quickly let it slip away due to poor in-season management.
Continue lifting in-season
Following a good strength program in season will allow you to stay strong, while also minimizing the fatigue that can take place over the course of a season.
General guidelines to follow:
Pick 2 days a week to perform full body lifts
Lift heavy one day week (it's the high volume that makes you sore, not the weight!)
Put a daily emphasis on movement prep and mobility work
Monitor throwing volume and intensity
One of two things tends to happen; players throw too much or they don't throw enough in-season.
*Position players are usually on the low end and wonder why their arm never feels good*
Ways to avoid this issue:
Make the high intensity days truly high and low intensity days truly low
Use radar gun to monitor intensity
Position players need to have 1-2 high intensity throwing days a week
At GSP, we work closely with our athletes to make sure they are getting everything they need with their throwing and lifting programs.
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Best of Luck This Season,
Jared Gaynor