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In this episode, Coach Chris Barnard breaks down the best certification for training athletes, sharing his honest thoughts on traditional certifications, exercise science foundations, and what actually matters when it comes to developing athletes in the real world.-------------------------------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, host Coach Chris Barnard dives into a topic that resonates with many athletes: how to increase strength without adding muscle mass. Chris tackles a listener's question about the effectiveness of overcoming isometrics as a primary training modality, while exploring whether it could replace traditional weightlifting exercises like squats or bench presses.--------------------------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA podcast, Coach Chris dives deep into the world of performance training, providing an actionable strategy for coaches looking to expand their athlete roster. If you’ve ever struggled with how to effectively connect with local teams and coaches, this episode is a game-changer. Coach Chris introduces a unique approach known as the “Booster Method,” a powerful technique that can help you add 20 new athletes to your coaching business.Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, Coach Chris emphasizes that both male and female athletes need to develop the same athletic qualities, regardless of their sport. Whether it’s improving vertical force, change of direction, or core strength, the foundational skills required hold true across the board. However, while the programming remains consistent, the approach to coaching and communication must be tailored to effectively motivate and connect with female athletes. Coach Barnard shares valuable insights into the psychological nuances of coaching young women, discussing how to foster a supportive environment that prioritizes trust and positivity.--------------------------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, host Coach Chris Barnard tackles a thought-provoking question from a listener on Instagram: "What three workouts should all athletes include in their routine, regardless of the sport they play?" Join Chris as he shares his insights on the essential elements of athletic training that transcend specific sports and focus on building a well-rounded athlete.-----------------------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In today's episode, Coach Chris Barnard explore actionable strategies to keep your athletes engaged and training year-round, ensuring they don’t view performance training as just a summer camp but rather as a vital, ongoing part of their athletic journey. Coach Chris shares insights into OTA's business program, highlighting key touch points that help build rapport with both athletes and their parents. We’ll discuss the importance of education, goal setting, and consistent communication as essential tools for reshaping their perspective on training.-------------------------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris delves into the critical topic of in-season training for youth athletes aged 6-14. He emphasizes that these young athletes are remarkably adaptable and can continue to build strength throughout the competitive season without significantly altering their training routines. Rather than pulling back completely, Coach Chris advocates for a strategic approach that focuses on maintaining and progressing strength development while considering the impact of practices and games on other training elements like sprinting and agility.Check Out Our Youth Training Program Below👉🏼 https://youthperformanceprogram.com/?el=podcastorganicBecome A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In today’s episode, Coach Chris tackles a key question for performance gym owners: how do you align the way you program for athletes with the membership options you offer?Whether it’s an off-season four-day program or reduced in-season schedules, he explains how to lead with the most optimal training system while still accommodating budgets, busy schedules, and the realities of the private sector. From educating parents on what’s truly needed for results to creating a culture of year-round development that supports both performance and profitability, this conversation breaks down the balance between delivering elite coaching and running a sustainable business.Grow your Performance Gym with OTA👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/ota-u-business/For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In today’s episode, Coach Chris breaks down how to safely program plyometrics for beginners and older athletes looking to get more explosive. He explains why many returning athletes deal with calf, Achilles, and knee flare-ups, how to build a 4–5 week foundational phase with low-level pogos and rhythmic jumps, and the simple progression he uses with everyone from former athletes to pros; moving from prep work, to isometrics, to landing mechanics, to more advanced plyos. If you want a clear, safe way to rebuild explosiveness without getting banged up, this episode lays out the blueprint.--------------------------------------------------------------Check Out Our Vertical Jump Program Belowhttps://eliteverticalacademy.comBecome A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

On this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris breaks down one of the most important questions in athlete development: How do you know when an athlete is ready to progress safely?Using real-world examples from youth athletes all the way to NFL pros, Coach Chris explains how to evaluate movement patterns in real time, when to introduce load, how to choose the right variations, and how to build progressions that actually transfer to sport.-----------------------------------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, Coach Chris breaks down the fastest and most effective way to scale your coaching business. From daily content execution and 90-day consistency to building high-converting lead magnets and running predictable paid ads, he shares the exact approach that helped him grow Overtime Athletes and guide other coaches to 6-figure results.--------------------------------------Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris Barnard dives into a topic that resonates with many aspiring coaches and athletes alike: the journey of building your own gym. If you’ve ever dreamt of becoming a gym owner while juggling your studies and training, this episode is tailored for you. Chris addresses two common questions from listeners that focus on practical advice for launching a successful coaching business and establishing your first physical location.Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode Coach Chris Barnard dives deep into the world of online coaching businesses, dispelling the myth that launching one is merely a simple side hustle. Listeners are encouraged to consider the significant time, effort, and dedication required to establish a successful digital coaching practice.Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

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Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proappWelcome to this episode of the OTA Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of performance training with your host, Coach Chris Barnard. In today's discussion, we take you behind the scenes of our recent post-summer coaches meeting, held at our facility in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida. As the busy summer season winds down and athletes gear up for fall sports, we use this time to reflect on how we can elevate our coaching standards and improve our services.Coach Chris shares valuable insights from the meeting, highlighting two major pitfalls that performance coaches must avoid: complacency and distractions. Drawing from his extensive experience, he emphasizes the importance of staying actively engaged in every training session, regardless of repetition, to maintain high energy and attention to detail. Chris reveals his personal strategies for combating complacency, such as adopting a "I don't have to, I get to" mindset and rehearsing sessions ahead of time to ensure that every training experience is impactful for the athletes.

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, host Coach Chris Barnard dives deep into the often misunderstood world of agility training. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or parent, understanding the nuances between change of direction drills and true agility exercises is essential for maximizing athletic performance.OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports)👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this podcast episode, Coach Chris Barnard from Overtime Athletes provides a comprehensive guide for gym owners and coaches on the five critical tracking metrics essential for running a successful coaching business. He emphasizes the importance of measuring and understanding key performance indicators to scale and optimize business operations, whether in-person or online.Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, host Coach Chris Barnard dives deep into the critical yet often overlooked process of converting leads into prospects—a game changer for coaches and gym owners. Whether you're working with athletes or general population clients, the strategies shared in this episode can significantly improve your client acquisition efforts. Chris outlines the key distinctions between leads and prospects, emphasizing that obtaining contact information is just the first step. The real magic lies in how you follow up to bridge that gap and turn mere interest into committed clients.Learn How to Grow Your Coaching Business👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/ota-u-businessBecome A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris Barnard dives deep into a pressing topic for anyone involved in performance training: how to generate a consistent and sustainable flow of leads for your athletic facility. As the founder of Overtime Athletes Performance Facility in St. Petersburg, Florida, Chris brings over a decade of experience to the table, offering insights that are both practical and actionable.Become A Certified Performance Coach👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcastFor Year Round Training Check OTA PRO👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris Barnard delivers a masterclass for performance gym owners ready to thrive in a competitive industry. Learn the three critical pillars of growth: Attract, Convert, and Retain. Discover how to bring in the right clients with targeted marketing, master a predictable sales process, and keep athletes engaged year-round. Packed with actionable insights and real-life examples, this episode is your playbook for scaling your gym and maximizing your impact. Tune in now and start building the gym of your dreams! Become A Certified Performance Coach 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode Coach Chris tackles the truth about bulking and gaining size during the off-season. He challenges athletes to rethink their motivations—performance vs. aesthetics—and shares two essential principles: avoid forcing a bulk and focus on finding your optimal weight for peak performance. With real-world examples and personal insights, Coach Chris explains how patience and efficiency in bulking can lead to better speed, power, and injury prevention. Tune in to learn how to approach bulking the right way and increase your athletic performance! The Nutrition Blueprint for Explosive Performance (Fuel Up Today) 👉🏼 https://performancenutrition.co Become A Certified Performance Coach 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris takes listeners on a deep dive into the multifaceted world of speed development in athletes. Gone are the days of thinking that simply sprinting more will yield better results; Coach Chris emphasizes the need for a holistic and integrated approach that addresses multiple critical factors working in concert to achieve optimal speed. The 3-Step System for Athletic Speed 👉🏼 https://athleticspeedsystem.com For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 ⁠https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp⁠ OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast

In this episode, Coach Chris dives deep into the often misunderstood landscape of athletic training and performance results. Drawing from over a decade of hands-on coaching experience, he shares how his early assumptions about achieving results have evolved. Coach Chris reveals that while many coaches get bogged down in the nitty-gritty of programming—focusing on sets, reps, and the latest scientific research—true results come from a holistic view of the athlete’s life and the environment surrounding their training. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of athletic performance evaluation with Coach Chris, a seasoned coach in training and developing athletes. Coach Chris shares his unique approach to assessing an athlete's capabilities, focusing on key performance standards that serve as benchmarks for strength, power, and agility. Listeners will gain invaluable insights into the metrics that truly matter when it comes to enhancing athletic performance and preventing injuries. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of our podcast, Coach Chris dives deep into the challenges faced by performance coaches as the summer wraps up and the school year begins. A common theme among coaches is the significant drop-off in client numbers during this transition, leading to concerns about athlete retention. However, Coach Chris offers valuable strategies to help maintain engagement and ensure athletes continue their training year-round. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the podcast, Coach Chris shares valuable advice for aspiring coaches looking to start their coaching business from scratch. He emphasizes the importance of finding a mentor who is already successful in the field and learning from their experience. By closing the experience gap quickly, young coaches can accelerate their growth and achieve success sooner. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the OTA Podcast, Coach Chris dives into the three main pipelines for generating leads in your gym or coaching business. Learn about effective online strategies, the importance of offline relationships, and how to leverage your current clients for in-house referrals. Whether you're an in-person or online coach, these practical tips and proven techniques will help you continuously attract new clients and grow your business. Tune in to discover how to master lead generation and ensure your gym’s success. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this insightful podcast episode, Coach Chris Barnard delves into the topic of when to start training youth athletes. Drawing from his own experience with his 4-year-old son, he discusses the importance of incorporating basic training in a fun and playful manner, focusing on fundamental movement patterns at a young age. The NEW Way to Train Youth Athletes (In 90 Days) 👉🏼 https://youthperformanceprogram.com/?el=podcastorganic OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

Coach Chris discusses the benefits of group training versus one-on-one coaching, emphasizing the advantages of group settings for both athletic performance and business success. He provides insights into how group dynamics can enhance competition and performance, while also addressing concerns about individualized attention. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the podcast, Coach Chris Barnard takes us through the 7 books that have had the most profound impact on his career as a performance coach. Drawing from his own experiences and training principles, Coach Chris provides valuable insights into the world of strength and conditioning. OTA University (Get The Most Up To Date Training Methods For All Sports) 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

Coach Chris Barnard reveals the two essential elements that distinguish elite athletes from the rest: unwavering presence and a relentless competitive drive. Drawing from his coaching experience, he shares insights on how cultivating these traits can propel athletes to the top of their game. Tune in as we explore the secrets behind dominance in sports. The NEW Way to Get Agility And Speed (In 90 Days) 👉🏼 https://gamespeedagility.com OTA University 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this podcast episode, Coach Chris explores core training for athletes, emphasizing four essential trunk patterns: flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation. He recommends addressing these patterns weekly for a well rounded core training routine. The core training progresses through three phases: Phase 1 focuses on anti-movements, like planks and supermans, to establish stability and strength. Phase 2 introduces basic movements for each pattern, such as side planks and seated twists. Phase 3 integrates dynamic and complex movements, like medicine ball rotations and weighted carries, for enhanced power and coordination. Coach Chris stresses gradually progressing and using proper form for optimal results. The NEW Way to Get Agility And Speed (In 90 Days) 👉🏼 https://gamespeedagility.com OTA University 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this podcast episode, Coach Chris Barnard shares valuable insights on how coaches can improve their conversion rate when signing up new clients at their gym. He begins by emphasizing the importance of sales skills for coaches who want to grow their business. His ultimate goal is to help coaches create an effortless sales process that significantly increases the chances of converting potential clients. OTA University 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this podcast, Coach Chris shares his unique take on training soccer/fútbol players for elite performance. He's all about finding the sweet spot between on-field action and targeted exercises that build strength, power, and core stability. Instead of just piling on more of what players already do during practice and games, he focuses on mobility, absolute strength, and plyometrics. And guess what? It works! His athletes are seeing big improvements in their speed, agility, and power. Enjoy this weeks episode. The NEW Way to Increase Your Soccer Performance (In 90 Days) 👉🏼 https://soccerperformancesystem.com OTA University 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode of the podcast, Coach Chris Barnard delves into the topic of strength programming for athletes. With the abundance of information available online, Coach Barnard highlights how strength training has become increasingly complex. However, he advises coaches to resist the temptation of incorporating too many different modalities and methodologies into their programming, emphasizing that simplicity is often the key to success. The NEW Way to Increase Strength For Athletes (In 90 Days) 👉🏼 https://athleticstrengthformula.com OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

Todays podcast discusses simple programming to maximize linear speed. The coach breaks down a 4-day split to focus on this: Day 1 (Plyometrics): Focus on horizontal force with exercises like broad jumps, single leg broad jumps, resisted jumps, and pogos. This directly translates to acceleration in the first 10 yards of sprinting. Day 2 (Sprinting): Work on acceleration drills for 10 yards. Focus on proper stance, start, and developing a low heel recovery and positive trajectory through each step to efficiently push off the ground. Drills include dowel behind the back ankle, ground starts, and half kneeling starts. Cues like "piston action" are used to ingrain proper mechanics. Day 3 (Plyometrics): Focus on vertical force with exercises like box jumps and seated box jumps. This translates to top speed as athletes display more vertical force when upright during sprinting. Day 4 (Sprinting): Work on top speed and maximum velocity with longer sprints, builds, and drills done in an upright posture with a cyclical motion. For more advanced athletes, mechanical inefficiencies may be addressed, like applying force from the front to back side. Drilling is important to reinforce desired motor patterns. Check out the full episode to get more details. The 3-Step System for Athletic Speed 👉🏼 https://athleticspeedsystem.com OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, Coach Barnard shares three crucial tips for coaches to enhance their effectiveness in serving athletes. The first tip introduces the LEADER acronym system, emphasizing a systematic approach to teaching movements with a consistent cadence of Lead, Educate, Advise, Demonstrate, Execute, and Resolve. The second tip underscores the importance of active coaching, presenting the 100Q method where coaches provide 100 cues per session to adjust form and technique (technical cues) and motivate athletes (motivational cues). The third tip focuses on the coach as a "general of the floor," stressing the need for total control over the training environment and session timeline to ensure smooth progression through a circuit. By implementing these tips, coaches can elevate their professionalism, maximize athlete results, and make a significant impact on the coaching experience. Coach Barnard emphasizes that attention to these details can help athletes reach their full potential, making this episode a valuable resource for improving coaching abilities. OTA University 👉🏼https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, we dive into the importance of in-season training for athletes. It is crucial for athletes to maintain their athleticism throughout the season, and in-season training plays a key role in achieving this. By focusing on speed, power, and strength, athletes can prevent a decline in their performance. OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast OTA PRO 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this weeks episode, Coach Chris discusses OTA's strategy for filling your gym up with athletes. He explains having the right infrastructure in place in order to execute the methods we use to attract athletes and become the go to gym in your area. Come with a pen and paper. Enjoy. OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast OTA PRO 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this podcast, Coach Chris discusses what he believes is the missing piece or holy grail for developing athletic performance - developing the lower limb, especially the foot and ankle complex. He argues that while coaches typically program strength training, plyometrics, speed, agility, mobility and corrective exercises, they often lack programming and understanding of how to truly develop the lower limb. True adaptation of the foot and ankle requires exceeding the daily volume we put through walking, through increased intensity and load over an extended period of time. Developing the lower limb can greatly benefit athletes. With a strong foot and ankle complex, athletes can minimize ground contact time, spring more efficiently, cut and change directions with more force, and jump higher. Enjoy this weeks episode of The OTA Podcast. OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast For Year Round Training Check OTA PRO 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, Coach Chris shares his expertise on training athletes using bodyweight exercises. He begins by explaining the background behind his Athletic Calisthenics program, which he created over a decade ago to help athletes train even when they have limited or no equipment access. Coach Chris dives into the key principles for developing speed, agility, and power, emphasizing that these principles remain the same whether using weights or bodyweight. The main challenge when training bodyweight ONLY is achieving the same stimulus as weight training; discover how to overcome this challenge in this weeks episode. 🚨NEW Athletic Calisthenics PROGRAM🚨 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/body-weight-training OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast OTA PRO 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

In this episode, Coach Chris Barnard dives into the vital concept of "general prep phase" training for all athletes during the off-season. He emphasizes its significance in building work capacity and improving range of motion before progressing to more intense training. Throughout this phase, the focus is on enhancing mobility, flexibility, and strength with full-range motion exercises. Get ready to discover more on this weeks podcast. Baseball Performance Training 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/baseballgpp OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast OTA PRO 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp

This episode explores youth speed development for athletes aged 4 to 12, emphasizing four crucial factors. First, it highlights the importance of building strength through exercises such as squats and lunges, progressing to more advanced moves as they grow. Strength development enhances their mechanics and sprint efficiency. Second, it discusses the significance of plyometric exercises, like pogo hops and squat jumps, which should be done regularly to enhance power and agility. The third factor is sled work, involving pushing and pulling sleds with varying resistance to improve speed. Lastly, the episode stresses the need for high-velocity sprints at 95% effort over time to boost speed. These fundamental factors are more valuable than fancy drills for young athletes aged 4 to 12. Following these guidelines can help them unlock their speed potential. Youth Performance Training 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/youthspeed OTA University 👉🏼 https://otauniversity.com/podcast OTA PRO 👉🏼 https://overtimeathletes.com/proapp