2024 New Hampshire Family Day

8:30-9:00 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION

9:00-9:10 am – WELCOME
Overview of Day’s Activities / Presentations from Michelle-Hart-Miller

9:15-10:00 am – LECTURE
Introducing Strength Training to New Movers by Connor Rouse

OVERVIEW: Get ready to learn how to bridge the gap between recovery and peak performance! In this exciting presentation, Coach Connor Rouse will dive into how he designs, implements, and progresses strength training programs for athletes just starting out—whether healthy or returning from injury. 

What You’ll Take Away:

• Designing Programs for Beginners: How to introduce athletes to strength training in a safe, effective way.
• Bridging the Gap from Rehab to Play: Insights into working with athletes recovering from surgical procedures.
• Progressing Strength Safely: Methods to ensure sustainable growth for both healthy athletes and those returning from injury.

This presentation will offer invaluable tools for coaches, physical therapists, and anyone looking to help athletes make a seamless return to performance. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a coach with hands-on experience in both rehab and performance training!

10:15-11:00 am – LECTURE
Basic Speed Development for Coaches by Michelle Hart-Miller

OVERVIEW: In this exciting presentation, we’ll explore how speed development became a core focus at Londonderry High School after attending a clinic with renowned coach Tony Holler. You’ll gain practical insights into how speed training can seamlessly fit into practices during the season—keeping it simple, effective, and competitive.

What You’ll Take Away:

• Programming for Speed: Learn the structure of our speed-focused sessions and how they fit into daily practices.
• Keeping Athletes Competitive: Discover strategies to keep kids engaged, motivated, and improving their times.
• Speed + Power Development: See how pairing speed work with power exercises maximizes performance while reducing injury risks.
• Efficient 15-Minute Sessions: Get tips on how to achieve maximum results in minimal time with “bang for your buck” programming.

This session is perfect for coaches looking to incorporate speed development into their programs without overhauling their schedule. Whether you’re coaching in- or off-season, you’ll walk away with strategies that boost athletic performance and keep athletes healthy—all in just a few minutes of focused work!

11:15-12:00 pm – ROUNDTABLE

12:00-12:05 am – CLOSING REMARKS
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