Training young athletes is tough these days – especially if you’re in the private sector.
With so many athletes getting training at their high school, playing sports year round, and struggling to stay consistent with their workouts, how can we help them be successful?
Well luckily my guy Ryan Patrick and I are here to help you out!
Two of the biggest issues we in this population are:
Programs that overemphasize just “pushing weights,” and
The lack of solid speed training – which is what most young athletes ultimately need.
So if your goal is to create fast, strong and robust high school athletes, I know you’re going to love this show.
Let’s do this!
I think (high school S&C) is a threat for a lot of coaches who don’t have good businesses, who don’t have really effective training because now these kids are doing stuff.
And so you have to offer something different than just providing a service that they’re not getting.
– Ryan Patrick
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Why high school athletes today show up woefully undertrained.
How a lack of training consistency is leading to poor athletic development overall.
Ryan’s “side quest” analogy, and how it applies to young athletes getting in the weight room.
Why high school S&C programs can be a blessing and a curse to young athletes.
How large group S&C training will differ from smaller, more customized programming.
The role of educating your athletes on all the aspects of physical development, and specifically, to them moving well!
Why strength should NOT be the sole KPI in your high school athletes development.
How to use better assessments that will drive your training programs.
Why both Ryan and I moved from a more strength-centric to a more speed-centric training model.
A gentle reminder: There’s more to being a good athlete than just having “fast feet.”
How to find a blend between training movement and developing outputs.
Why speed training should NOT be done at the end of practice.
The power of creating a positive experience so athletes will want to come back for months (and years!) to come.
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Mike Robertson hosts the Physical Preparation Podcast, a space dedicated to the intricate craft of building better athletes and more effective coaches. Instead of quick fixes or fads, conversations here focus on the principles and practical details that form the foundation of sustainable performance. Each episode features in-depth discussions with leading experts from the health and fitness world, breaking down complex concepts into actionable strategies. You’ll hear honest explorations of training methodologies, injury prevention, and the nuanced decisions that separate good programs from great ones. This podcast serves as a continual education for anyone serious about understanding the ‘why’ behind physical preparation, whether you’re designing regimens for others or refining your own athletic journey. The dialogue is grounded in real-world application, aiming to sharpen your critical thinking and provide tools that can be implemented immediately. Tune in for a consistently insightful look at how intelligent training philosophy translates into tangible results, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art and science of human performance.
Author: Mike Robertson
Language: en-us
Episodes: 100
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