Looking to get an athletic development program?
In this blog we break down what athletic development is, how it works and how physios can develop a program to optimise your performance!
What is athletic development?
Athletic development is all about improving your physical abilities as an athlete. Skills like strength, speed, agility, and endurance, are all analysed.
Physiotherapists are trained to create personalised exercise programs to help different types of athletes to achieve their full potential. We identify how we can maximise your strengths and address your weaknesses.
Athletic development programs are designed to develop your physical abilities in a systematically progressive and balanced way. This type of training is usually run by exercise physios or strength and conditioning coaches.
How do physios help with athletic development?
Physiotherapists can do more than just rehab injured athletes. They can also help with athletic development by considering the physical demands of your sport and your athletic physical profile.
Physios consider the physical demands of your sport and your athletic physical profile to create a completely personalised exercise program. These programs are a roadmap for your journey to peak performance.
At our Newmarket clinic, developing a high-performance athletic development program involves a consultation to determine your goals and needs.
Afterwards, our physios conduct physical tests to assess your current abilities. From there, your custom exercise program is created.
The exercise program may include:
- gym-based exercises with endurance or strength focuses
- Bodyweight and plyometric exercises,
- field/court-based exercises, like running and sprints, and
- stretching and mobility exercises for balance and flexibility.
Athletes can start an athletic development program with a physiotherapist at any time, but it’s best to start during the off-season or preseason. This way, you can make the most progress before and avoid injuries during the competitive season.
Ready to perform at your peak?
In summary, athletic development is an essential part of your success as an athlete, and physiotherapists can play a vital role too.
By working with a physiotherapist, you can achieve your full potential and continue to progress in sport at your highest level.
If you’re looking for an athletic development program to get you primed for success, make sure to book an initial consultation with our physios at our Newmarket clinic here.
