In this episode we discuss the considerations that trainers and coaches need to make in order to build high level training sessions, including:
Pre-Session Planning
-The restaurant with no menu or recipes
-Logistics / Format / Layout / Equipment
-Timing and Duration -Forecasting and Backcasting
-Don’t be obligated to the session chart
Testing and Adjusting for Readiness
-Readiness Screen & Metrics
-Communication and Key Questions
-Red / Yellow / Green Light Day adjustments
Warmup / Prep
-2-4-4 / Fixes vs Primers -Primers
– Speed / Load / Volume
-Warming up for big lifts
Core
-Is it Necessary?
-Impact on remainder of workout
Speed / Power
-Is it Necessary? –
-Specific objectives and constraints vs Generic
-Accounting for volume
Strength Stations
-Station vs Compound vs Circuit
-Conditioning vs Efficiency
Finishers
-Is it Necessary?
-Relative to remainder of the week
Cool Down
-ANS Downregulation
-Opportunity for Education
-Meditative aspect
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