Coaching Cards are a powerful tool designed to help coaches deliver clear, consistent, and effective communication during training sessions. Each card includes concise cues, technique tips, and motivational prompts that support student-athletes in mastering proper form, staying engaged, and pushing their limits safely.

In addition to being used by coaches, students will utilize the Coaching Cards for peer coaching, allowing them to provide feedback and support to one another during training. This promotes a collaborative learning environment where students can reinforce their understanding of key concepts while developing leadership and communication skills. Whether used by coaches or students, Coaching Cards are a versatile resource that ensures everyone receives the guidance and support they need to succeed.

The High School Strength and Conditioning Canvas Course Shell is a comprehensive digital resource designed specifically for high school strength and conditioning programs. This ready-to-use course includes 11 modules, 42 assignments, and 40 files, providing everything a teacher or coach needs to deliver a high-quality strength training curriculum.

Course Highlights:

11 Comprehensive Modules: Each module covers a distinct aspect of strength and conditioning, from foundational principles and exercise techniques to program design and sport-specific training.

42 Assignments: Engage students with a variety of assignments that include workout logs, self-assessments, reflection activities, and performance analysis tasks to enhance learning and practical application.

40 Downloadable Files: Access a rich library of supporting documents, instructional guides, tracking templates, and supplementary readings to support a diverse range of learning needs and coaching strategies.

The course shell is designed to help coaches and educators implement a structured, research-based strength and conditioning program that supports the development of student-athletes and promotes overall student wellness. With easy-to-follow content and a range of interactive resources, this course is the ultimate tool for any high school looking to elevate their strength and conditioning program.

High School’s Intro & Advanced Strength Training Exercise Selections for the Tier System (5, 3, and 2-Day Workout Weeks) Google Sheets

The High School’s Intro & Advanced Strength Training Exercise Selections Google Sheets are designed to support high school strength and conditioning coaches in implementing a structured, tier-based training system. These sheets provide comprehensive templates for selecting and organizing strength training exercises based on experience level (introductory or advanced) and training frequency (5, 3, or 2 days per week).

Key Features:

Tier System Exercise Selection:

Includes exercise variations for each tier (Primary, Supplemental, and Accessory) based on the athlete’s experience and training goals.

Primary movements focus on foundational lifts like squats, bench press, and deadlifts, with variations for beginner and advanced levels.

Supplemental exercises build on primary lifts with movements like lunges, presses, and rows to target specific muscle groups and enhance strength development.

Accessory exercises address imbalances and provide targeted support to improve overall performance and reduce injury risk.

Introductory vs. Advanced Exercise Variations:

Introductory templates focus on teaching proper form and technique, using foundational movements and lower training volumes.

Advanced templates incorporate more complex variations and higher training intensities, promoting strength and athletic development in experienced athletes.

Exercise Selection Based on Equipment Availability:

Options for alternative exercises are provided, allowing coaches to adapt programs based on available equipment and facilities.

High School’s Progressive Overload & 1RM Warm-up Google Sheets

The Progressive Overload & 1RM Warm-up Google Sheets are tools designed specifically for high school strength and conditioning programs. These sheets provide structured templates for implementing progressive overload principles and creating effective warm-up routines based on athletes’ one-rep max (1RM) values.

Key Features:

Progressive Overload Tracker:

Automatically calculates weekly or bi-weekly adjustments in weight and volume based on individual 1RM data.

Provides students with a structured approach to gradually increase intensity, ensuring steady strength gains while minimizing the risk of injury.

Includes fields for tracking sets, reps, and weights, allowing coaches and students to visualize progress over time.

1RM Warm-up Calculator:

Uses students’ current 1RM values to create tailored warm-up sets that prepare their muscles and nervous system for heavier loads.

Incorporates lighter percentage-based sets that increase in intensity, promoting safe and effective preparation before performing main lifts.

Adjusts warm-up recommendations automatically if 1RM values are updated, ensuring accuracy and proper load management.

Student Engagement & Accountability:

Students can input their own 1RM data, track their progress, and see how adjustments are made to their training plan.

Promotes active participation and ownership of their training, encouraging self-monitoring and reflection on performance.

By incorporating these tools into the training program, coaches can deliver a consistent, data-driven approach that helps students reach their strength and athletic performance goals safely and effectively.