05/09/2023
Every sport. Every athlete. πͺ
If you are an athlete, you will improve your performance if you incorporate strength training into your schedule.
It doesn't matter what sport, strength will help you become better. You will perform better, and you will reduce your risk of injury.
You don't need to practice your sport 7 days a week if it means not having the time to get to the gym. Skip a practice or two, and start working on your strength.
Now, I'm not saying that it's necessary for all athletes to have a 600lb deadlift, or bench press 300+... I'm talking about training for practical and functional increases in total body strength.
Strength training has to be a part of your life from a young age, and it has to be a cornerstone of your training both in season, and in the off-season.
If you're not making time to add strength training into your schedule, you're missing out on a big part of reaching your potential as an athlete.
Find yourself a gym, get yourself a competent, educated trainer, and start working on your strength. You will notice the difference in a very short time.