Sacred Heart-Griffin H.S. Strength & Conditioning

Alabama football director of performance, David Ballou What would be his biggest tip to young athletes trying to get to the next level? “A lot of people work hard… it’s the people that work hard & are able to stack nutrition & sleep & those things on top of it.” Listen up:

Thanks @DerekParris for having me on the @Channel1450com podcast🎙️ youtu.be/oadSaPCnUjQ?fe…

Great ‘26 Illinois NHSSCA State Clinic. Thanks to our outstanding IL Advisory Board for all your work. Thanks to @IlliniAthletics Coach Schilling for hosting. #NHSSCA @NHSSCA_IL

🔥 10TH ANNIVERSARY NATCON – SPEAKER LINEUP IS STACKED! 🔥 The 2026 NHSSCA National Conference is shaping up to be our biggest and best yet as we celebrate 10 years of the NHSSCA! 💪 Check out the incredible speaker lineup, connect with coaches from across the country, and be part of a milestone event for High School Strength & Conditioning. 🎟️ Register today and secure your spot. 🏨 Book your hotel room early — this one will fill up! 👉 Register here: nhssca.us/event/2026-nhs… Let’s celebrate 10 years of Educating, Equipping, and Empowering — together. #NHSSCA #NATCON2026 #NHSSCA10 #HighSchoolStrength #CoachEducation #NHSSCAFamily

🚨 Schedule Update Clinic 🚨 Due to a loss in the family, Coach Mercado will be staying home this weekend. The NHSSCA family stands with her.🙏 Stepping into Session 1: BRAD JENISCH @CoachJenisch Topic: "From Patterns to Power: Coaching Movement before Chasing Metrics." 📈

🚨 SPEAKER ALERT 🚨 Melissa Mercado (@CoachMMerc) is speaking at IL State Clinci💥 From training @USMC to leading at @TeamBuildr, Coach Mercado brings elite tactical experience to our stage. Learn why ‘Roots Before Reps’ is the foundation every HS program needs! See you March 6

@aleddy9 What SSB do you use?

If you were born before 1989, this exercise might be for you(and everyone else). Hatfield squat. It’s hard to mess up. It helps your shoulders, almost always allows for a deeper, cleaner squat pattern. Chase the stimulus, not the exercise. We don’t HAVE to BBbacksquat

🚨 SPEAKER HIGHLIGHT 🚨 Tony Holler (@pntrack) Topic: “Get Fast With Limited Indoor Space” ⚡️ Coach Holler is known globally for his insights on speed training & coaching philosophy. Don't miss him at the 2026 Illinois @nhssca_us State Clinic! 🗓️ Friday, March 6, 2026 📍 Illinois

SPEAKER HIGHLIGHT: Frank Campbell @CoachFrankC_ S&C Mascoutah, IL 💪 @MHS19_ATHLETICS “Training for Speed in the Weigh Room”. 🎟️tinyurl.com/ym87svvhOne Another elite presenter '26 ILLINOIS @nhssca_us State Clinic. 🗓️Friday, March 6, 2026

@CoachAVogel 🤣. Don’t worry folks, IYKYK, his presentations are dynamite 🧨!

Who needs filters when your recovery game’s this lit? 🔥📱 HS S&C Coach aspiring to be a Social Media Influencer Here!!! MUST SMASH that Indiana State Clinic on Feb 21 – my session on regenerative training? It’s the cheat 🎮 code: No DOMS. Just Superhero infinite energy 💀🔋 Link dropping: nhssca.us/event/2026-nhs… @NHSSCA_IN

ILLINOIS @nhssca_us February 2026 News, Updates, and Highlights: drive.google.com/file/d/16NRc0y…

2026 @nhssca_us IL State Clinic: 🗓️Friday, March 6, 2026 📍U of Illinois @IlliniAthletics Strength 🎟️Register tinyurl.com/ym87svvh 🗣️ Outstanding Lineup 💪! #NHSSCA @NHSSCA_IL

@nhssca_us @CoachAVogel Nobody better!

🌟 Member Highlight Monday 🌟 Today we’re shining the spotlight on Coach Adam Vogel (@CoachAVogel), the Director of Athletic Performance Training at Homewood-Flossmoor High School in Illinois! 🔥 Coach Vogel continues to raise the standard for high school athletic performance — leading with purpose, connecting with athletes, and building a culture where hard work and development thrive. 💪📈 Proud to have leaders like him representing the NHSSCA Family! Become a member today and join a network of coaches dedicated to Educating, Equipping, and Empowering High School Strength Coaches. 🔗 nhssca.us/join #NHSSCA #Family #MemberHighlight #StrengthAndConditioning #HighSchoolStrengthCoach

The Bear Crawl is a great exercise and is highly overlooked, probably due to the fact that most do not understand the benefits:

Nick Saban asked his team a simple question: “Do we have show dogs on the team, or do we have hunting dogs?” 🥇 The answer tells you everything about your culture.

@ScottLeech72 Mobility

3 Hour Bus Ride got you locked up? 7PM kickoff and you don’t want the kids laying in bed all day? Just want some feel good mobility? Comment MOBILITY and I’ll send you the Gameday Flow we use!

Hydration: The Game-Changer for Athletes Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do to maintain health and performance! ✅ Most athletes need 90–120 oz. of fluid per day + minerals lost through sweat. Simple tips to stay on track: ✔ Weigh in before and after training. ✔ Rehydrate with 16–24 oz. per pound lost. ✔ Include minerals during workouts >60 min. Why it matters: Even a 2% loss in body weight from dehydration can: ⚠ Cause headaches ⚠ Drop speed, power & strength ⚠ Increase risk of cramping & injury ⚠ Reduce circulation & cooling ability Pro tips for optimal performance: - Drink water consistently (set alarms if needed!) - Pack minerals/electrolytes for long sessions -Add 30–60g of carbs per hour of intense activity 📈 Heavy sweaters or extra training = MORE fluids + minerals ✅ Don’t neglect your controllables. Use this guide to assess your hydration needs and stay fueled for success! 👉 See electrolyte supplement recommendations for those who lose more and train more. Fuel and rehydrate for the work required!

Game Day is COMING! Fuel up, hydrate, and aim for 7-9 hours of sleep to support optimal performance‼️

@ScottLeech72 Jump

Want to learn multiple ways to program Loaded Jumps? Comment ‘Jump’ for a free presentation on Loaded Jumps AND My Load Power Profile Testing Sheet