Powerlifting & Strength Training

Can I lift on Game Day?

There is nothing wrong with a gameday lift session so long as the intent is to prime athletes for competition. Make sure it doesn't turn into a contest with your friends and crush you and your teammates before a game. Focus would be on tempo - lighter loads moved faster prime neural activation.

Another great way to make sure you’re fresh for the game is the “Stoplight Method” developed by Cody Hughes MS, CSCS, SCCC @clh_strength to keep the volume appropriate. See the Google Classroom for specifics.

A big thank you to Cody Hughes for sharing his stoplight protocols on Twitter and his Student Athlete Preparation Podcast.