Lacrosse training programs vs. just working out

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There is a huge difference between following a training program, for lacrosse or any other sport, and showing up to “get in a workout”. To me, that difference is your goal. Short term goals, long term goals, whatever. A program is designed to help you reach your goal in the required amount of time. It takes patience, determination, and focus to follow the specified program toward your goal. Sometimes it’s hard to stay on task. It would be easy to just show up at the gym and do whatever routine comes to mind. Spontaneous. But in the long run, working out without a goal, a direction, can lead you going in circles. You won’t improve any athletic ability: strength, power, speed, or agility. In the end, just working out, can end up being a waste of time.

Players should be starting their pre-season routines, if you haven’t already started. Your pre-season program should be tailored toward your goals, whatever they may be. So get a program, and stick to it. Don’t have one? Ask your coach, strength coach, hire a strength coach in your area, or even email a coach. Most coaches would be glad to give you some direction. However you do it, get a program, and work hard.