Monday, September 22, 2008

10 reasons to train at MaxSC (from vollyball parent, Robyn Bachesta)

The following is a response to a simple survey we sent out. We simply asked why they keep coming back to us!


1. Enthusiastic with a positive approach to training. Leads by example, gets down on the floor with the athletes.
· Choice of words are encouraging, motivating with positive feedback

2. Comes prepared and gives undivided attention. Is not distracted by cel phone, other clients, personal conversations.
· Lot’s of eye contact. Personal, on a first name basis with each student athlete.

3. Sets high expectations and hold student athletes accountable.
· Offers a dialogue of goal setting and its importance, provides learning tools ie., literature, notebooks, handouts, guest speakers, examples of role models.
· Follows up with student athletes; did they achieve their goals? Do they need a little nudge along the way? Gives examples on how to achieve.

4. Importance of nutrition.
· Always talks about importance of nutrition, the types of foods best to eat before and after work outs.
· Reminds the athletes of healthy choices.
· Provides additional information, handouts, availability of guest speakers.

5. Importance of training.
· Reminds the student athletes why it is important to train consistently and correctly.
· Reminds them of why it is important to get other team mates to train as well.

6. Sports Psychology:
· Communicates his passion for training and his belief in the accomplishments of each student athlete.
· Shows a sincere interest in their strengths, weakness and accomplishments of physical fitness.

7. Balance:
· Recognizes when a student athlete is over training.
· Takes the time to explain the risk of over training and the importance of taking a break.
· Develops a plan.
· Reminds both student athlete and parents the importance of a well rounded individual.

8. Respect: We earn the respect of each student athlete that comes through our program. In return, they begin to respect themselves and their fellow athletes.
· Camaraderie amongst the athletes begins to develop, especially with those that regularly attend. The mind set of receiving individualized training begins to subtly transition to the mind set of training “as a team”. The students begin to encourage one another unselfishly, pushing each other to successful results.

9. Develops leaders on and off the court or field:
· Promotes healthy choices outside of athletics.
· Encourages student athletes to step outside of their comfort zone and become role models to others.

10. BELIEVE ~ It doesn’t matter if the goal is grand or simply taking baby steps. You have to believe -
· We believe each student athlete can accomplish what ever they set out to do.
· We believe each student athlete can overcome challenges with dedication and perseverance.
· We believe each student athlete can achieve their dream because it is real.
Thanks Robyn!
-MaxSC

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