Guidelines: Recreational Athlete 12:01

Guidelines for programming for the Rec Athlete:

• Use the Recreational Athlete Onboarding Questionnaire to gain specific insight into the needs of the athlete
• For deconditioned clients, Focus on 4Q Mobility, Movement Strength, and Aerobic Conditioning in their first month
• In Month 2, you may consider introducing Acceleration and Deceleration along with High Intensity 
• In Month 3, you may consider Conversion-based Power and a variable metabolic conditioning program
• Monitor the overall volume of stress, add more recovery if needed
• Avoid training specific movement patterns found in their sport to avoid overuse injury
• Maintenance programs can be developed during their competitive season to avoid interfering with their competitions
• Train in all 4Q as much as possible as athletic endeavours require high movement capability