In this episode of the Voodoo Power Podcast, Steven Thompson sits down with George Adams, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Madison-Ridgeland Academy, to discuss the differences between high school and college strength and conditioning, developing young athletes, and building programs that translate to performance on the field.
George shares his journey from college athletics to high school coaching and explains why the high school setting offers unique opportunities to build relationships, develop athletes over multiple years, and establish a lasting training culture.
Topics covered include:
• High School vs. College Strength & Conditioning: The differences in coaching environments, athlete motivation, and long-term development. • Speed Development: Improving acceleration, top speed, sprint mechanics, and the importance of individualized coaching. • Velocity-Based Training (VBT): Using performance data to guide training decisions and evaluate what best prepares athletes for speed and power. • Injury Management: Practical approaches to shin splints, ankle injuries, cramping, and athlete recovery. • In-Season Training: Balancing strength, speed, fatigue, and sport demands throughout the competitive season. • Technology and Recruiting: GPS tracking, timing gates, 40-yard dash preparation, and collecting reliable performance data. • Building Relationships and Buy-In: Communicating with sport coaches, earning athlete trust, and creating a successful strength and conditioning program.
This conversation is about more than sets and reps. It’s about understanding the athlete, adapting the training process, and building a program that serves athletes at every stage of development.
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