Warm Up And Recovery

Written By Devin Schmidt

Warm Up:

  • Arrive 10-15 minutes early to do a dynamic warm-up, incorporating light activities like jogging, stationary biking, or jump roping.

  • Focus on dynamic stretches targeting hips, glutes, and shoulders to prepare muscles and get a sweat going before hitting the court.

  • Prioritize warming up all shots, especially those I'll use frequently. An extended warm up helps shake off nerves and that "cold first game". 

Recovery:

  • Light stretching post-match, even just 2-3 minutes, can make a noticeable difference.

  • Ice baths or cold plunges for 3-5 minutes significantly aid recovery, reducing soreness by 50-60% and improving sleep. This is my favorite recovery tool! 

  • Use a lacrosse ball for targeted hip and foot massage.

  • Stretch before bedtime for better sleep quality.

"Show Up, Warm Up, Play Hard, Recover Harder"


Devin Schmidt https://devinschmidtpb.com
Previous

Mastering the Overhead
Next

Put Your Pride Aside