A Basketball Training Program can give a player a huge boost of confidence going into tryouts.
Basketball Offseason Workouts
Not that many players commit. Stand out from the crowd by being ready with a basketball training plan that works. Get your body and mind ready for the season ahead.
What’s in this basketball conditioning plan?
Here’s what you get with this basketball training program:
18 carefully designed, 66 minutes* of basketball workouts in this ebook
A minute-by-minute breakdown of activities for each workout session
Activities rotate from one to the next quickly to keep players interested and for aerobic benefit.
Illustrations to help understand activities and an appendix with more detailed explanations of drills.
Designed for either a 6 weeks time period with 3 sessions each week or a 9 weeks time period with 2 sessions each week. Players who play another sport in the offseason frequently find the 9 weeks time period works best.
An inspirational story and quote for each workout
Before each workout, we recommend players read the stories and quotes.
Life lessons like never quitting, overcoming obstacles, and the power of persistence are reinforced.
Information young basketball players should know.
Topics include:
- What Coaches Like
- Nutrition Advice to help you Play your Best
- Set Goals to Achieve More
- The importance of rest and sleep
- The value of the student-athlete
Check out 23 Inspirational Basketball Quotes
MVP Tips. Includes insider secrets to rebounding successfully, targeting your shots (aim small, miss small), shooting free throws more effectively, the importance of the first dribble, and many more.
* Why are the workouts 66 minutes in length? Most basketball players don’t do enough off-season workouts at all. The players that do practice typically practice for about one hour. By completing 66-minute workouts, players using this program are investing 10% more into their game. This can translate into much bigger gains come the regular season.
By the Numbers
102 pages in this ebook
25 illustrations
18 Workouts – each 66 minutes long
18 inspirational stories and quotes
5 off-court advice topics
MVP Offseason Workouts for Youth Basketball — $23.99
Basketball Offseason Workouts for Serious Players
Basketball players ages 10 – 17 years old. Both boys and girls. Recommended for players who have played organized basketball before.
Why basketball offseason workouts are important?
Repetition of an exercise builds muscle memory. By focusing on individual skills during an off-season workout, a player gets plenty of opportunities to fine-tune those skills and really improve upon them. You’re learning a process not just for the season ahead but for the basketball season in front of you. Do it the right way.
No waiting. You can accomplish a lot in a little time when it’s just the player, the hoop, and the basketball. There are no lines when you practice by yourself. This basketball training program will give you lots of repetition – a seasoned workout that you can return to time and time again.
The topic might only be covered once at one team practice, and a player might work the move into some scrimmages. However, an off-season workout might include dozens of opportunities weekly to work on this move. Lots of reps lead to improvement.
Breaking down the bigger game into smaller components makes it easier. A player will likely get better at basketball if just scrimmages, scrimmages, and scrimmages. If that same player takes a different approach by scrimmaging some but also putting a concentrated effort into improving some of the fundamental basketball skills, the player will likely improve at a much more rapid pace.
Build Body Strength
Provides a platform to strengthen weaknesses and build on strengths. Individual workouts can be tailored to work on the areas specific to a player’s strengths and weaknesses.
There is plenty of time until the next game. Working on your shooting stroke during the season can be difficult. By working on shooting during the offseason, corrections can be made, and lots of practice can occur before a game. It’s the ideal time to work on shooting.
It’s a relaxed environment where no one is watching. Individual workouts enable players to take lots of risks with no fear of evaluation or criticism. Sometimes, it’s by taking chances and some risks that players really improve their game.
A Great Decision for Development and Peace of Mind
As youth basketball coaches, frequently, players’ parents ask us about Summer AAU team opportunities, a basketball clinic, and basketball camp recommendations for their young basketball players. There are many choices out there, and sometimes it can be stressful for the parents as they determine the best course of action.
In their eagerness to see their children advance their skills in basketball, many parents will make a big commitment – both in terms of dollars and time – to see that their kids have every opportunity to make improvements to their game. Are these types of opportunities worthwhile? Yes, they certainly can be. But, many players at the youth basketball level up through the NBA can take a different approach.
Individual offseason workouts are what we recommend first and foremost to parents looking for an opportunity for their kids to work on their basketball game during the offseason. Great improvements can be made to the player’s game, and the financial commitment is minimal.
At the NBA level, players like Dirk Nowitzki, Russell Westbrook, and Kevin Love commit to off-season workouts. After a short break upon the NBA season conclusion, they work hard at improving their game during the off-season. Sure, scrimmaging and 5-on-5 play are part of the equation, but the focus is on individual skill development.
Players return to regular season teams with new skills that take their games to a new level. Maybe it’s better long-range shooting or improved post-moves. Offseason basketball training programs can contribute greatly to a player’s next season performance.
How the basketball workouts were designed?
Some of the thinking that went into the overall workout plan and each plan include:
A Focus on fundamentals. We emphasized the building blocks of what makes up a good basketball player because that easily transfers from one team to the next.
Strong emphasis on ball handling and shooting. These are 2 critical areas that can be practiced individually in an effective manner, and the offseason is a great time period to work on these skills.
All-around player development. Youth basketball players shouldn’t just learn guard skills or learn post skills. The best players are well-rounded. They know how to do both types of skills. This makes them tough to guard.
Shift activities quickly. Moving from one activity to the next quickly keeps players interested and enables players to work on many different skill sets. This basketball training program is designed to move at a brisk pace for an aerobic workout.
A fitness focus. Players play their best when they’re in shape. It’s hard to execute at the highest level if you’re tired, lack strength or are just out of shape. To address these needs, a part of each workout session includes general fitness exercises.
Benefits
Designed for an individual but can be used with a bigger group. One player on their own can complete the activities for these off-season workouts. However, workouts can be more fun with a workout partner or two. These plans will accommodate that. A whole team could work out together if there’s a big enough court area with multiple hoops.
Plans were designed for healthy kids who have played basketball before. If you have any concerns about having your child participate in this type of basketball training program from a health perspective, consult with your physician. Kids should bring a water bottle to their court and drink water as needed.
What do players need for these basketball workouts?
For this basketball offseason plan, players will need the following:
2 basketballs
8 cones or 8 post-it notes (or anything to mark a spot on the ground)
Basketball hoop and dribbling area – (a driveway hoop will work)
1 tennis ball
Water bottle
Jump rope (optional)
2 Chairs (optional)
Digital Download Available Immediately for Basketball Training Program
You’ll receive a PDF upon purchase – this product is a digital download. The PDF works on both Macs and PCs – make sure you have the latest version of Adobe Reader (available for free) on your computer. The PDF enables you to print out pages you want when you need them.
MVP Offseason Workouts for Youth Basketball — $23.99
About the Authors
Nolan McMonagle has coached multiple basketball teams for his local school and the YMCA. With a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Central Washington University, he has worked alongside a Physical Therapist with a professional indoor football team. In addition to helping treat players’ injuries, he put them through exercise programs to enhance their performance.
Mike O’Halloran has coached his 4 children on 15 different basketball teams. He created the Well-Prepared Coach™ line of sportsbooks and has authored three basketball books.
He is the founder and editor of SportsFeelGoodStories.com, selected as a Top 10 Blog for Youth Sports Parents by Blogs.com. His articles have been featured in The Post Game and on the home page of Yahoo.com.
One of his teams won the Minnesota State Championship.
Testimonials
Praise for O’Halloran’s Well Prepared Coach – 30 Youth Basketball Practice Plans book for coaches:
“Thanks for the 30 Practice Plans! I coach 5th and 6th-grade girls basketball, and after winning only 3 games the previous 2 years combined, I began using your structured practice plans each week, and now we are one game away from the league championship!”
Mike Jadach, JV Coach Assumption School, Ansonia, Connecticut
“Last year, I coached a 5th-grade boys basketball traveling team. It was my first year coaching and the kids’ first year playing. I used your practice plans, and they were great for me, and the kids did really well. This year they are playing 6th-grade ball at their school and are so far undefeated. I will be coaching them again after their school season is over and will definitely revisit your practice plans.”
Fred Dubray, Coach – Mobridge, South Dakota
Basketball Offseason Training Program
Players get pumped up for their workout sessions with an inspirational story and quote.
Each workout session is 66 minutes long and begins with a warm-up. One of the best things about this basketball training program is that it’s fun.
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MVP Offseason Workouts for Youth Basketball — $23.99