2024 Mississippi Family Day

8:30-9:00 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION

9:00-9:05 am – WELCOME
Overview of Day’s Activities / Presentations from George Adams

9:05-10:00 am – LECTURE
Pioneers Strength & Conditioning: In-Season Program & Game Day Lift by Austin Helus

OVERVIEW: This presentation focuses on optimizing athlete performance during the competitive season through strategic strength and conditioning practices. Maintaining performance without overtraining is at the core of the program, ensuring athletes stay strong, fast, and healthy throughout the season.

What You’ll Learn:

• In-Season Workouts: Discover tailored training programs designed to maintain strength and conditioning while preventing fatigue.
• Game Day Lifts: Explore how lifting on game day can enhance performance without compromising recovery, balancing intensity and volume for peak readiness.
• Recovery Methods: Learn essential recovery strategies to ensure athletes stay physically prepared for every game.
• Balancing Workloads: See how the program manages intensity and volume to keep athletes at their best throughout the season.

This session is ideal for coaches looking to enhance in-season performance with thoughtful programming and practical game-day strategies. Leave with actionable tools to keep your athletes strong, sharp, and injury-free all season long!

10:05-11:00 am – LECTURE
Implementing Isometrics in Programming by William Nunley

OVERVIEW: This presentation explores the integration of isometric exercises into strength and athletic performance programs, providing practical strategies to maximize their impact. Isometric exercises are a powerful tool for increasing muscle strength, enhancing joint stability, and preventing injuries—making them a valuable addition to any program.

What You’ll Learn:

• Benefits of Isometrics: Discover how isometric exercises improve strength, stability, and endurance without excessive strain on joints.
• Program Integration: Learn how to incorporate isometrics across different phases of training, including warm-ups, strength-building sessions, and rehabilitation protocols.
• Practical Techniques: Get detailed programming tips and specific isometric methods to target key muscle groups effectively.
• Performance & Injury Prevention: See how isometrics can enhance athletic performance while reducing injury risks.

This is a must-attend for coaches and trainers looking to diversify their programming and introduce a low-impact yet highly effective training modality to their athletes!

11:0o-11:55 pm – ROUNDTABLE

11:55-12:00 am – CLOSING REMARKS
George Adams