How Often Should Athletes Strength Train During the Season?

Most athletes should strength train two to three times per week in-season to maintain power, prevent injury, and stabilize performance. Training volume decreases but intensity remains high enough to preserve speed and strength.

Why In-Season Strength Training Matters

During the season, athletes lose strength and power quickly if they stop lifting. In-season training maintains the qualities they built in the off-season and reduces fatigue-related injury risk.

Recommended Frequency

Most athletes train:

2–3 times per week during the season
With reduced volume and maintained intensity

This supports performance without creating excess fatigue.

What In-Season Strength Training Looks Like

In-season sessions include:

Low-volume strength work
Sprint or plyometric maintenance
Mobility work for recovery
Deceleration and single-leg stability
Monitoring readiness and workload

How Training Prevents In-Season Injury

In-season training stabilizes joints, maintains force absorption, and prevents late-season breakdown. Athletes with consistent training recover faster, fatigue slower, and perform better in key moments.