YEAR ROUND FOOTBALL TRAINING SCHEDULE
Phase I
January thru March
Optimal Strength, Power and Explosiveness
Training Objective:
Training Period to develop optimal strength, power and explosiveness taking a total body approach. Work on eliminating “but factors” including, body composition. Develop better speed, agility and conditioning. Goal of this period to make huge strength gains and a conditioning level that wins games in the 4th quarter. Get all policies and procedures in tact (late, misses, sports medicine, etc).
Phase II
March thru May
Spring Football / Discretionary Weeks
Training Objective:
Continue to develop strength, power and explosiveness, while keeping the athletes physically ready for spring practice. Athletes are completely orientated with the Strength & Conditioning Departmental procedures, along with participating in comprehensive strength training and pre-habilitation.
Phase III
May thru Start of Camp
Summer Training
Training Objective:
To become a complete football player. Continue to emphasize strength, power and explosiveness. Shift gears to high standards of conditioning (anaerobic and aerobic) that are football and position specific.
Phase IV
August thru December/January
In-Season Training Period
Training Objective:
Strength training is essential during this time. Objective during this time is to increase strength and at a minimum to maintain strength levels. This strength program will mirror the off-season program. Manage athletes with sports medicine staff to make sure athletes are at optimal performance levels on Saturdays.
Phase V
December/January
Bowl Prep Training Period
Training Objective:
The objective of the bowl prep training period is to maintain, and attempt to increase strength and conditioning levels while working around practices, and other bowl obligations.