Speed Training

Discoveries is pleased to announce our continued partnership with speed and agility trainer Asaad Davis for fall training. Asaad has worked with NFL players Ko Simpson, Detroit Lions, and Jonathan Joseph, Cincinnati Bengals, as well as the general public for years. Asaad, a certified personal trainer, will help your player sprint faster, improve quickness, increase running speed, power, and agility. He currently also works with Northwestern and Nation Ford HS. Printable flyer

Asaad is affiliated with the NASM (National Association of Sports Medicine) and OPT (Organization for Personal Trainers) and Youth Trainer Certified. these sessions will specifically work on eye/foot coordination, muscle flexibility, running mechanics, lateral speed & reaction time, agility & change of direction skills, plyometrics, balance, core strengthening, explosiveness, and stamina.

DSC will now offer Speed and Agility training registration and payment through our web site. REGISTER NOW!

Where:  Manchester Meadows Spring sessions begin January 15

When: Monday, Tuesday, Weds or Thursday . We are offering either 4 sessions  (1 day per week) or 8 sessions (2 days per week) so you can work around your practice schedule. At the end of your sessions, just renew payment for the next month. Choose what works for you! HOWEVER, You must contact Asaad Davis- 559-790-2687 or kingoffitness786@yahoo.com to reserve your slot. Each group session is maxed out at 20 each night- SO YOU MUST LET HIM KNOW IN ADVANCE-

Time: 5:00-6:00 pm OR 6:00-7:00 pm and is for all ages. Spring -Monday  and Weds from 6:00pm -7:00pm only
Cost: $50 for 4 sessions or you may register for 8 for $100.

Any make up session dates due to inclement weather will be arranged by Asaad.

Bring lots of water and a willingness to work hard to be a better athlete!!

Nutrition Tips from Asaad:

Eating before competing is something only the athlete can determine based on experience, but some general guidelines include eating a solid meal 4 hours before competing, a snack or high carbohydrate energy drink 2 to 3 hours before competing, soft fruit 1 hour before competing.

1 Hour Before Competition
Fresh fruit such as an apple, watermelon, peaches or oranges and/ or
Energy gel packs
Up to 1 ½ cups of sports drink

2 to 3 Hours Before Competition
Fresh fruit
Bread, bagels, pasta
Yogurt
Water

3 to 4 Hours Before Competition
Fresh fruit
Bread, Bagels
Pasta, with tomato sauce
Baked potatoes
Energy bar
Cereal with milk, Oatmeal
Yogurt
Toast/ bread with a bit of peanut butter, lean meat, or cheese
Water

Drink up to 64 oz of water per day.
The body must stay well hydrated for it to perform at its peak.

Good Luck And Play Sports!