I read a lot on here about up training. It seems that many of the stronger programs work 1-2 levels up from the athletes competition level. How important is proper up training and what is the theory behind it? (Pretty sure I already know, but I'd like to hear other view points)
Also what are your thoughts on these hypothetical gyms:
Gym A - newish (less than 10yrs old), team has solid scores (all 35+) at meets esp. at compulsory levels. Upper levels do well but do bare minimum routines. train only skills needed for level, nothing really more unless parent insists and pays for privates.
Gym B- one of oldest, most established gyms in state. Upper level optional team very strong (&big), compulsorily levels have adequate scores (33-35) but do a lot of up training and TOPS type conditioning tailored to each athlete.
Are there any advantages to only working on 'today's' work? Is one better for certain athlete personality types? What are your experiences? Thoughts, etc?
Also what are your thoughts on these hypothetical gyms:
Gym A - newish (less than 10yrs old), team has solid scores (all 35+) at meets esp. at compulsory levels. Upper levels do well but do bare minimum routines. train only skills needed for level, nothing really more unless parent insists and pays for privates.
Gym B- one of oldest, most established gyms in state. Upper level optional team very strong (&big), compulsorily levels have adequate scores (33-35) but do a lot of up training and TOPS type conditioning tailored to each athlete.
Are there any advantages to only working on 'today's' work? Is one better for certain athlete personality types? What are your experiences? Thoughts, etc?