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Speed Training Tapering Tactics
The Les Spellman Podcast
English - February 27, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 86.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsHealth & Fitness Sports Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Previous Episode: How To Test & Program Speed For Different Ages
Episode 14: In this episode, I (@les7spellman) talk through tapering tactics with our 2023 NFL Combine draft class.
Before checking out the main talking points, I just released my new 8-week `Elite Speed Program` if you’re interested in how we program with our youth & elite athletes. It is on early bird special right now: https://courses.spellmanperformance.com/elite-speed-program?coupon=ELITE25
Main talking points:
My routine during 2022 vs 2023 NFL combine training
Proper tapering tactics for weeks 7 & 8 of training
Tracking physiological performance using HRV
The impact of sleep, drinking, and stress on training
How to collect individual athlete data using subjective questionnaires
When & when not to introduce new concepts in speed training
How to ensure recovery matches the work load
If you're interested in learning more, check out these free resources:
2 Supplementary Speed Workouts
How Much Faster Can A Pro Athlete Get In 45 Minutes
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