summer conditioning for the speed and power events

AN ASCENT TRACK WORKSHOP

Join SAC Speed’s Boo Schexnayder for a deep dive into a complete summer conditioning framework that will prepare you for the season like never before.

Wednesday, June 12 | 7-10 pm ET | Online

Workshop lead coach

BOO SCHEXNAYDER

FOUNDER

SAC SPEED

With over 40 years of experience in coaching and consulting, Boo Schexnayder is regarded as one of the world’s premier field event coaches.

He was the mastermind behind 26 NCAA Champions during his collegiate coaching career and is regarded as one of the greatest field event coaches in NCAA history. He has been a part of 13 NCAA Championship teams and a pair of Juco National titles, as well as developing a host of conference champions and All-Americans.

Schexnayder has also been a prominent figure on the international scene. He has coached 18 Olympians and 7 Olympic/World Championship medalists. He has served on coaching staffs for Team USA to the 2003 Pan Am Games in Santo Domingo, the 2006 World Junior Championships in Beijing, and was the Jumps Coach for Team USA at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

Schexnayder has been just as successful off the track. He is certified at Level I, II and III, and owns the prestigious Master Coach Designation from USA Track and Field. He is also certified by the NSCA as a Strength and Conditioning coach.

Schexnayder has been heavily involved in Coaching Education. He formerly served as national chair of USATF’s Coaching Education Committee, Jumps Subcommittee chair, and chair of the Biomechanics subcommittee.

Schexnayder was also the founder of the Track and Field Academy, the educational branch of the US Track and Field and Cross Country Association. He served as program director from its inception in 2009 through 2017, and still serves as an instructor in biomechanics, training design, and event-specific courses.

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What to Expect

TAKE A DEEP DIVE INTO THE 5 PHASES OF A COMPLETE SUMMER TRAINING PROGRAM

1. HANDLING THE SEASON’S END

  • Evaluation: A comprehensive evaluation of performance. Identifying strength, weaknesses, targeting areas for improvement, and triage … what might not be worth the effort. 

  • Rest and Recovery Needs: Recovery from the season in preparation for the next. Proper applications of rest, active rest, and restorative training. Also recognizing the difference between physical and emotional restoration and how to plan for each. 

  • Medical Evaluations: Doing medical assessments, or taking past medical information to identify any underlying injuries or health concerns, and strategizing to supply the attention they need and to avoid them in the upcoming season.  

  • Planning the Transition Phase: Efficiently transitioning from the competitive season to the offseason involves setting clear goals, adjusting training intensity, and addressing any lingering issues from the previous season. Decisions regarding time off, informal training, and formal structured training must be made.  

2. REBOOTING THE TRAINING YEAR

  • Planning Summer Training: How we outline the upcoming training year, including setting objectives, scheduling competitions, and designing training programs tailored to individual athlete needs. Developing a structured summer training program involves determining training density, organizing training sessions, and establishing clear objectives to optimize performance gains during the offseason.

  • Training Density and Structure: How we balance training density and structure during the summer months; how we maximize progress while preventing burnout or overtraining among athletes, and set the tone for the upcoming year.

  • Coach-Athlete Contact and Communication in the Summertime: Strategies for maintaining open lines of communication between coaches and athletes to ensure alignment on training objectives, progress monitoring, and addressing any challenges that arise. Also looking at ways to foster athlete accountability. 

  • The Need for Variance: Strategies should be in place to contrast summer training and the formal training once the preseason begins. Incorporating variety into summer training regimens through cross-training, alternative activities, and skill development drills to help prevent monotony and keep athletes engaged and motivated.

  • Short-Term Planning: Short-term planning during the offseason. Setting micro and mesocycle training objectives, training frequency,  adjusting training protocols based on progress, and making necessary modifications to optimize performance.

  • Long-Term Planning: Developing a long-term training plan encompasses setting season-long and multi-season goals, establishing periodization cycles, and identifying key milestones for tracking progress.

3. THE REHABILITATION COMPONENT

  • Managing Old Injuries: Diligently addressing old injuries through targeted rehabilitation exercises, proper rest, and medical guidance in order to prevent recurrence and promote long-term athletic longevity.

  • Injury Prevention Strategies for the Upcoming Year: Implementing proactive injury prevention measures, such as strength training, mobility work, and proper technique reinforcement in order to mitigate the risk of injuries in the upcoming season.

  • Prehabilitation: Incorporating prehabilitation exercises into training routines to help athletes strengthen vulnerable areas, improve mobility, and reduce the likelihood of sustaining injuries during intense training periods.

  • Technical Repairs: Identifying and addressing technical flaws and how we might fix them. Also, planning for any radical technical changes that might not have been undertaken during the season. 

4. THE TECHNICAL COMPONENT IN SUMMER TRAINING

  • Reinforcement and Repetition: Planning technical practices, practice frequency, and reinforcement of correct technique through repetitive practice and feedback, ensuring skill retention and facilitating  development for optimal performance.

  • Evaluating the Need for Change: Assessing the effectiveness of current technical approaches

  • Technical Training Phases and Potential Radical Changes: Considering potential adjustment to improve performance outcomes in the upcoming season.

5. SUMMERTIME FOR THE COACH

  • Evaluation and Self-Evaluation: Evaluations of coaching methods, communication strategies, and athlete progress to identify areas for improvement and refine our coaching approach.

  • Professional Development: Me time for coaches … Why it’s important to Invest time in professional development activities such as attending coaching clinics, pursuing certifications, and collaborating with peers to enhance coaching efficacy and foster continuous improvement.

  • The Problem Solving Process:  Coaches are problem solvers, and strategies for the past and potential upcoming problems are formed.  Employing systematic problem-solving approaches to address challenges, optimize training methodologies, and adapt strategies to meet the evolving needs of athletes and the sport environment.

  • The Planning Process: Strategic planning involves setting clear objectives, outlining action steps, and establishing timelines to guide coaching decisions and ensure alignment with athlete goals and performance targets.

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Frequently asked questions

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  • While there are no guarantees that your question will be answered, there will be a questionnaire sent out to workshop attendees previous to the workshop. Questions will be anonymous— so ask those tough questions!

  • The workshop will be recorded for all attendees, to be used for reference purposes. Any Ascent Track Workshop content, including but not limited to audio, video, slides, and any associated materials, is subject to copyright and intellectual property rights held by Ascent Track and its authorized licensors. Any unauthorized distribution, reproduction, or dissemination of workshop content, in violation of this prohibition, may result in legal action being taken against the authorized party.

  • We have no plans to do so— though we do plan to run this workshop again for those who cannot make the date.

  • No— but there are discounts available. Sign up for our mailing list for promotion codes and to keep up to date with all the latest Ascent Track offerings. Email info@ascenttrackclinics.com about program rates (3+ people).

  • The workshop is three hours long, including a 30-minute Q&A section at the end. There will be two 5-minute breaks.