Strength Conditioning For Pitch Athletes – Online Personal Training & Athlete Coaching

Strength & Conditioning For Pitch Based Athletes

Welcome to your ultimate destination for transforming your fitness journey. At Master Trainer Initiative, we specialize in providing expert online training services tailored to help you reach and surpass your fitness goals. Whether you play football (soccer), Gaelic football, hurling, rugby or any other pitch sport we will provide you with tailored 1-1 support and coaching to help you maximise your performances on the pitch.

WHAT WE DO

Our Online S&C Programs

The link between pitch based demands and improving strength & conditioning have never been clearer. Through a structured S&C plan, supported with accurate nutrition and a program of recovery, players of all pitch based sports can be more mobile, resilient, explosive in bursts, faster over distance and less prone to injury.

In specific sports such a rugby and NFL the need for Power and ability around Impact are also key factors in physical development. Within our team we have the knowledge to build you an S&C program, nutritional plan and advise on recovery protocols best to suit you and enhance your on-pitch development and game performance.

HOW WE DO IT

Our Special 4 Step Approach

Getting started with our stregnth and conditioning programs for pitch sports is simple and seamless. Here’s how our process works:

Initial Consultation

We begin with a comprehensive consultation to understand your fitness goals, current fitness level, and any specific requirements or constraints you may have.

Customized Training Plan

Based on the consultation, our expert coaches design a personalized training plan tailored specifically for you.

Access to Training Materials

You will receive access to detailed workout plans, instructional videos, and other resources to guide you through your fitness journey.

Ongoing Support

We schedule regular virtual check-ins to monitor your progress, make necessary adjustments to your plan, and keep you motivated. Our team is always available to provide support, answer questions, and ensure you stay on track towards your fitness goals.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why Choose Our Online Strength & Conditioning Training?

As a team sport competitor already training several times per week, finding the time and resources to commit to any extra training can be challenging. Our online training services are designed to offer flexibility, convenience, and expert guidance, ensuring you stay on track towards achieving your desired results.

Personalized Training Plans

Every individual is unique, and so are their fitness goals. Our expert coaches develop personalized training plans that take into account your current fitness level, goals, preferences, and any specific requirements you may have for your sport and position on the pitch. Whether you’re a prop forward needing to dominate the ruck or a striker wanting to be able burst past the last defender, our customized plans are crafted to help you succeed.

Expert Coaching

Our team of professional coaches brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. They stay up-to-date with the latest fitness trends and scientific research to provide you with effective training strategies. With our guidance, you can perform exercises correctly, prevent injuries, and maximize the benefits of each workout session.

Flexible Scheduling

We understand that life can be unpredictable, which is why our online training services offer unparalleled flexibility. You can schedule your training sessions at times that best fit your busy lifestyle, ensuring that your fitness routine remains consistent and effective.

Comprehensive Support

Our commitment to your fitness journey goes beyond just providing training plans. We offer continuous support through regular check-ins, progress tracking, and motivational guidance to keep you inspired and accountable. Our coaches are always available to answer your questions, adjust your plan as needed, and provide the encouragement you need to stay motivated.

Ready to Transform Your Fitness Journey?

Don’t wait any longer to achieve the fitness results you’ve always wanted. Our dedicated online trainer for gym is here to provide you with the expert coaching, personalized training plans, and unwavering support you need to succeed.

WHY ONLINE S&C TRAINING

Benefits of Having a Strength & Conditioning Coach

Sport SpecificTraining

Build the right physique that suits not only your chosen sport, but your particular position on the field in that sport. Our tailored programs will help you focus on the right area be it speed, endurance or durability.

Impact Resistance

Our methods and techniques will help you become more resistant to impact and increase your overall power.

Injury Resistance

Our tailored strength and conditioning plans will help your body to be stronger, function better and be more resistant to picking up injuries.

We can offer injury rehab support S&C plans to suit both males and female players, amplifying your recovery back to full fitness. Occupational therapy is focused on fitness and ability for every day life, when your injury may have required hospital intervention. However, returning to the pitch requires a greater understanding of sport performance, S&C techniques and principles.

So, whether you play football, rugby, NFL, hockey, GAA football & hurling, tennis or lacrosse…. Your ability to move, change direction, aerobic capacity, speed and be robust can all be enhanced with our direction, planning and knowledge. You have the interest and the talent, let us help you be better !

TESTIMONIALS

Success Stories

Nothing speaks louder than the success of our clients. Here are a few testimonials from individuals who have transformed their lives with our online training services

Rated 5 out of 5

“I never thought I could achieve my fitness goals while managing a hectic work schedule. MTI’s online training made it possible. The personalized plan and constant support kept me motivated, and I’ve never felt better!”

Tony H.

GOT QUESTIONS?

Contact Us

Have questions or need more information? Our team is here to help. Reach out to us through the form below, and we’ll get back to you promptly to assist you with your training needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

I play GAA & Soccer over the year, I don’t want to lose strength or speed as the year goes on. What can I do in the gym to help?

Something we see regularly are players dropping off their base gym work as the season goes on and game frequency increases. The problem is you can get weaker towards the end, be prone to injury and fatigue. There is a discipline to ticking all the boxes as your season goes on.
Often you can look to maintain a single gym strength session per week as a minimum, as pitch time ramps up at the business end of the season. Complement that with an additional session, in any given week, if training load is reduced or no game at the weekend. Be mindful that coaches create de-load weeks to give you more rest recovery, so don’t go crazy in the gym that week.
We can construct a session plan as your strength maintenance program, key movements, and appropriate rep’ ranges to not overload your body. In addition, we can help you with a further support session working on stability and functional strength, to use as opportunity gives you the time for the extra session.

I play rugby and moving up from junior to senior (men’s) training. Our gym at the club isn’t all that great, so going to use a commercial gym. I’m looking for a support program through pre-season and possibly a maintenance plan through the season. I would also like help with my diet to keep/build muscle mass for the power aspect of the game. Is this something you can offer?

I have worked at quite a high level with U18’s & U21’s, and worked with a regional men’s team for 8 years S&C. So have an in-depth knowledge of the demands of training and the game. In the off-season and into pre-season you have an opportunity to build your frame as a platform for the competitive period. We can build not only a strength/power development program but also a nutrition plan to support physical development.
During the season, it’s important to keep the gym regime going to keep mass and strength gains. It also helps you stay robust to the physicality of the game.
The approach taken in the gym is somewhat position specific, different for a prop forward to a high pace winger. So, let’s book a free can and discuss your specific needs and take some positive steps forward.

I have avoided the gym for too long and, as I get older, I’m losing pace over the younger guys on the pitch and realizing knowing the game isn’t enough these days. So, any advice or support would be welcome.

A common aspect for seasoned players over time, is loss of pace against the ‘young guns’ who you play with and against. The good news is, we can certainly still build strength and fitness irrespective of player age. We can help you think outside the box and look at methods to keep you robust, strong and injury resistant. Power to accelerate in short burst is still available and aerobic capacity can be trained.
Book a free call and let’s get you moving forwards and keep you off the sub-bench.

I play ladies Hockey and looking to improve all areas of my fitness ready for the new season, can you help please?

Absolutely, strength speed durability and cardio fitness for the high-speed game are all aspects we can guide you through, including support with a nutrition and fueling plan ready for the game. Let’s look at your schedule and build a plan that suits your availability and opportunity to train. The more time we have the better the process we can create for you.

Ger O Brien

Having worked with Roger for a number of years, I can confidently recommend his services. I started training with him a few years ago, and without his knowledge, guidance, and ability to adapt training to suit individual needs, I genuinely don’t think I would have completed a triathlon. His approach has made such an impact that I now have my son training with him as well. As a teenager, I want him to develop a strong foundation in both weight training and nutrition as he moves into adulthood, and Roger is the perfect person to guide him. Roger’s real superpower is his ability to make every person who walks through his door feel that anything is possible, regardless of age, shape, or fitness level.

Liam Crowley

I have worked with Roger for over 5 years. He is a great knowledgeable coach and understands how important strength and conditioning is for an endurance athlete. From working with Roger I not only became a UCD sports scholar but achieved my dream of becoming a professional cyclist. I would highly recommend his services to anyone from beginner to elite level.

Liz Coomey

Roger gives clear instructions and is a good motivator. His teaching techniques are second to none and his hard work has paid dividends with the athletes that he coaches.

Phil Cheetham

Niamh Lucey

Very informative, friendly and supportive .

james symington

Put in place excellent progressive program for my son

Thomas Collins

My personal training with Roger has been life changing. I am 69 years old. For many years I had suffered debilitating issues with my back. Around my mid fifties I had a number of injuries to my lower back. Over the following years I had tried numerous treatments to relieve my pain and discomfort. Steroid injections, Traction, Chiropractor, Osteopath, Acupuncture and infrared lamps. I had joined a gym and had worked different strengthening programmes, which never really helped. The discomfort in my back was always a constant. My situation was actually getting worse. Looking back I think this was a result of being told by some professionals to rest and really mind my back. This resulted leaving me with a weak back, more prone to injury. Which indeed was happening quite often. I remember one occasion going on holiday and being told to just walk slowly and no swimming, just walk in the water. My life had become very restricted. I always loved being active. I had to give up hill walking, my favourite pastime. I dreaded going on an aircraft. Getting in and out of the car was a challenge. I loved gardening and DIY, but these activities were becoming very limited. Again because of the discomfort of sitting I had to give cycling. X-rays and scans showed slipped and bulged discs. I had been trying everything. It was really impacting my life and I was feeling miserable. I was considering surgery as a solution. ARTHRODESIS fusing the damaged vertebrae together or RHIZOTOMY a procedure to sever the nerve roots. I was willing to try anything. Than I heard about Roger from a friend. After taking my history and a detailed examination. I started my training programme. I felt confident with Roger from the very beginning. He really understood my fears around lifting weights. I had a huge fear of injuring my back while lifting. I would be fearful of any exercise involving my lower back. I dreaded Squats and Deadlifts. Roger guided me with and explained in detail every exercise and the importance of technique. This made a huge difference and I gradually got my confidence back. Now 6 years on I sometimes still get anxious with these exercises. Roger knows this and will always reassure me. I got to a point now that all he needs to say is "Tom your back is fine now" and we just have a laugh about it. He knows me better than I know myself, and what my body is capable of. I am amazed at Roger's level of knowledge and understanding of human anatomy. Which give me great confidence. I knew he was genuinely interested in my recovery. This allowed me to push my body in a safe way to gain strength. Roger is an encyclopedia of knowledge and he loves imparting this knowledge to his clients. My training is a full package: Strength training: Diet and meal planning to support a healthy body: A good stretching routine: Rest days for recovery: Good quality sleep. Over the months as I started to feel stronger my pain and discomfort was reducing. I was doing tasks that I hadn't done for years. In the last 2 years I have climbed the highest mountains in Ireland. The highest mountain in Spain. I went to the Alps and Machu Picchu in Peru last year. Currently I am training for my first half marathon in few weeks time. Who knows maybe a full marathon for my 70th birthday. I am planning a trip to Base Camp or Kilimanjaro next year. I owe this new lease of life, which I see as nothing short of a miracle to Roger Adams training programme. My back is now fully healed. I still have my training 3 days a week. I enjoy the routine and it has become a very important part of my life. I would recommend for anyone in pain don't suffer, contact Roger, you won't regret it.

Shane O' Donovan