17/05/2023
Sometimes as a coach it's very easy to overthink when writing a program, trying to get everything perfect for the best results.
It's something that's likely not seen by the athlete, but it happens to us all at some point, so it's nice to go back over some old webinars and be reminded of a few points. Thanks YourGym Sports Performance Thomas Stringwell for all the material you do to help coaches progress.
Here's my take on a few points.
Programs don't need to be complicated. Look at what the goal of the athlete is, always have a rationale of why you're adding exercises in. And for athletes, if you want to know, question exercises.
There is no perfect plan! Everyone will program slightly differently, everyone will have an opinion on your program, would do something different, but that's programming.
There is no need to change exercises every 2 weeks, unless there is a higher risk of injury doing a certain movement that needs regressing.
For both the coach and athlete to take note of, remember the program is just a guide. Take advantage of days when you are feeling strong, and be prepared to have a de load if on the given day you are fatigued.
Is there anything else you would add, let me know!
