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The 8–10 Weeks That Can Change Your Athlete

Summer is here.
The school year has ended… and for a lot of kids, all routines go out the window.

Bedtimes? Gone.
More video games. More time on the phone.

And for many kids, it becomes:
“Finally… time to relax.”

And honestly—I get it.

After a long school year, everyone needs a mental break.

But here’s the reality…

👉 For athletes (and really any kid), summer is the biggest opportunity of the year to actually improve.

⚖️ Summer Isn’t Just a Break… It’s a Window

During the school year, schedules are packed.

School all day.
Practice after school.
Homework at night.

It’s tough to consistently get into the gym—and I give a lot of credit to the athletes who make it happen.

But summer changes that.

More flexibility.
More time.
More opportunity.

At Build Performance, we expand our schedule in the summer—adding morning, mid-morning, and evening options—so families can actually make training fit.

👉 This is where you can stack 8–10 weeks of consistent training.

And that’s enough time to make real, noticeable change.

🧠 The Truth Most People Miss

A lot of athletes will spend their summer:

  • Playing more games

  • Going to camps

  • Getting more skill work in

And there’s nothing wrong with that.

But here’s what’s usually missing…

👉 If the physical foundation isn’t there, skill can only go so far.

I say this a lot:

“Skill is only as good as the body behind it.”

If strength, speed, and power aren’t developed…
that skill can’t be fully expressed.

💪 What We Actually Focus On

At Build Performance, we focus on three main areas:

Strength (The Foundation)

Everything starts here—especially relative strength (strength compared to body weight).

The stronger an athlete is relative to their body…
the more force they can apply into the ground.

👉 More force = more speed and more power

Speed (Shows Up Everywhere)

Speed isn’t just straight-line sprinting.

It’s:

  • First step quickness

  • Acceleration

  • Change of direction

  • Closing space

We train this through resisted sprints, partner competition, and game-like sprint patterns.

And one key detail:

👉 We fully recover between sprints so every rep is fast and intentional.

Power (Explosiveness)

Power is the ability to express strength quickly.

This shows up in:

  • Sprinting

  • Jumping

  • Hitting and throwing

  • Changing direction

This is where athletes start to look different.

(Bonus) Movement Quality

Learning how to move well:

  • Helps prevent injury

  • Builds confidence

  • Improves everything else we train

🚫 The Biggest Summer Mistake

The most common mistake?

👉 Only playing the sport year-round

Even if an athlete loves their sport—that’s great.

But if all they do is play, they’re:

  • Moving the same way over and over

  • Increasing risk of overuse injuries

  • Not developing physically

Training gives them:

  • A new challenge

  • A competitive outlet

  • A way to actually improve their body

🏁 Imagine This…

An athlete trains consistently this summer…

8–10 weeks.

They show up in August:

  • Stronger

  • Faster

  • More confident

👉 They’re not the same athlete anymore.

🏋️‍♂️ What We’re Offering This Summer

We’ll be releasing our full summer schedule soon, including:

  • Morning, mid-morning, and evening training options

  • Small group athlete performance sessions

  • A structured focus on strength, speed, and power

We’re also bringing back our Youth Development Class (ages 8–12)

This was a big hit for us last summer.

Think of it like an advanced PE class, focused on:

  • Speed & agility

  • Balance & coordination

  • Bodyweight strength

  • Movement fundamentals

  • Intro to weight training

👉 It’s a great way to build a foundation and prepare younger athletes for our main training program.

👨‍👩‍👧 Hybrid Training (Athletes + Parents)

We’ll also be offering hybrid sessions where athletes and parents can train at the same time.

This is perfect for families who:

  • Want to train themselves

  • Have multiple kids

  • Or just need something that fits their schedule

👉 Parents get a great workout
👉 Athletes get structured performance training
👉 Everyone is in the gym at the same time

🎯 Final Thought

Most athletes will spend their summer staying busy…

But not actually getting better.

👉 This can be the summer things change.

If you want your athlete to come back next season stronger, faster, and more confident—

Now is the time to start.

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Why Speed Training Matters for Young Athletes

What separates the athletes who stand out… from the ones who blend in?

It almost always comes back to one thing:

Speed.

And not just sprinting in a straight line.

Speed shows up in every play.

Speed Shows Up Everywhere

When most people think of speed, they think of running a fast 40-yard dash.

And while that matters, it doesn’t tell the full story.

The best 40-yard dash runners aren’t always the best football players.

But it does show potential.

Because real, usable speed — what we call game speed — is different.

Game speed is:

  • Acceleration

  • Reaction

  • Change of direction

In sports, it looks like:

  • Football → getting off the line, closing space, breaking away

  • Baseball → base running, reacting to the ball, tracking it down

  • Basketball → first step, defense, transition

  • Soccer → changing direction, closing gaps, winning the ball

Here’s what’s really happening:

First, the brain processes the environment.
Then, the body reacts.
Then, the athlete accelerates in a new direction.

That’s game speed.

Speed Creates Opportunity

Speed changes everything.

Speed gives athletes more chances to succeed — even when everything else isn’t perfect.

  • Faster athletes get more reps

  • Coaches notice speed immediately

  • Speed can cover up mistakes

You don’t have to be perfect when you’re fast.

You just have to be close.

Speed Builds Confidence

Confidence isn’t something athletes just “have.”

It’s built.

When an athlete knows they can move faster than the competition:

  • They play more aggressive

  • They trust their instincts

  • They stop hesitating

And here’s the truth:

Even if your athlete isn’t the fastest on the field…

If they become a faster version of themselves, they will be more successful.

Confidence increases when athletes know they can outrun or out-react their competition.

Speed Is a Skill

A lot of athletes think speed is something you’re born with.

But that’s only part of it.

Speed isn’t just talent — it’s a skill.

And like any skill, it can be developed.

  • Mechanics matter

  • Technique matters

  • Consistency matters

The problem?

Most athletes never actually learn how to run.

What We Do at Build

At Build Performance, speed training is intentional and structured.

It starts with preparation.

Our warm-ups are designed to get the body ready to move efficiently.

We use:

  • Pogo jumps to strengthen the feet, ankles, and calves

  • Resisted sprints (sleds, hills) to build acceleration

  • Curved sprints to train movement in real game patterns

  • Timed sprints to track progress

  • Chasing sprints to bring out maximum effort

We also add elements that force athletes to react, change direction, and accelerate — just like in a game.

On top of that:

  • Plyometrics and med ball throws build explosive lower-body power

  • Strength training builds relative strength — the ability to produce force relative to body weight

This matters because:

The stronger an athlete is relative to their size, the easier it is to move their body quickly and efficiently.

That’s speed.

Why Young Athletes Benefit the Most

Speed training is especially important at a young age.

Because this is when athletes are developing:

  • Their nervous system

  • Their coordination

  • Their movement patterns

You’re building the engine.

The earlier athletes learn how to move efficiently, the higher their ceiling becomes.

Speed Training Helps Prevent Injuries

This is something many parents don’t realize.

Speed training isn’t just about performance.

It’s about protection.

When athletes learn to move properly, they:

  • Improve mechanics

  • Build stronger muscles and tendons

  • Gain more control

We’re not just making athletes faster.

We’re helping them build armor.

What Most Athletes Are Missing

Most athletes are working hard.

But they’re often missing the most important piece.

  • Random workouts

  • Only lifting weights

  • Jogging or conditioning without purpose

  • Sprinting without full recovery or intensity

True speed development requires:

  • Near full recovery between sprints

  • Maximum effort (close to 100%)

  • Proper mechanics and coaching

Most athletes are working hard — just not in the areas that matter most.

Why This Matters Right Now

Speed doesn’t develop overnight.

It takes time.

And right now — in the spring — is the best time to build it.

Because once summer workouts begin…

You can’t coach speed into a game.

It has to already be there.

Final Thought

Speed is one of the biggest ways athletes prepare for summer workouts and fall seasons.

The athletes who stand out later…

Are the ones who started now.

If your athlete is serious about improving, this is the time to begin.

Because speed doesn’t just change how fast you move…

It changes how you play.

-Kyle

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Summer Workouts Are Coming — Is Your Athlete Ready?

Most athletes think summer workouts are where they get better.

In reality… summer workouts reveal who prepared — and who didn’t.

Right now is the time to build the foundation.

Strength.
Speed.
Power.

This is what everything else is built on.

When athletes take the spring seriously and commit to building that base, something powerful happens:

They don’t just improve…
They become more skilled, more confident, and more prepared when it matters.

By the time summer workouts begin, their movements are cleaner, their technique is dialed in, and they’re able to hit the ground running instead of trying to catch up.

And by the time fall season rolls around… they’re often unrecognizable compared to where they started.

If your athlete is currently in an offseason (no games, no practices), there is no better opportunity.

No distractions.
No time constraints.
No competing priorities.

Just a chance to develop.

Everything in sport becomes easier when an athlete is:

✔️ Stronger
✔️ Faster
✔️ More explosive

For high school athletes, this should look like training 3x per week.
For middle school athletes, at least 2x per week.

And if your athlete isn’t getting the playing time they want…

This is the solution.

Not hoping. Not waiting. Not wishing.

Improving their athleticism.

For many athletes, summer workouts are competitive.

They’re fast-paced.
They’re intense.
And they often influence early opportunities in:

• Scrimmages
• Depth charts
• Early-season playing time

Coaches assume a baseline level of readiness.

Athletes who prepared in the spring show up confident and ready.

Athletes who didn’t… feel behind from day one.

We’re only a limited number of weeks away from summer workouts starting.

That time will pass either way.

The question is:

Will your athlete be ready when it arrives?

One of the biggest things we consistently hear from parents is this:

“My athlete is so much more confident.”

And that confidence shows up everywhere:

• In their effort
• In their performance
• In how they carry themselves

Confidence isn’t built during the season.

It’s built before it starts.

If your athlete is serious about improving — now is the time to begin.

Because summer doesn’t build athletes…

It reveals them.

-Kyle

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Early Bloomer vs. Late Bloomer

Between middle school and early high school, athletes don’t just improve skill — they change physically. And they don’t all change at the same time.

Some athletes appear to dominate early. Others struggle just to keep up.

Parents often assume those early patterns will continue.

They rarely do.

Early success does not guarantee long-term dominance.
Early struggle does not predict long-term limitation.

The middle school to early high school years are defined by differences in physical timing — and how an athlete trains during that window often determines who thrives later.

Let’s look at the common developmental paths.

The Early Developer

This is the athlete who matures physically ahead of their peers.

They may be:

  • Taller earlier

  • Stronger earlier

  • Faster earlier

  • More coordinated earlier

In youth sports, that advantage is significant.

They get:

  • More playing time

  • More reps in games

  • More confidence

  • Often leadership roles

Early success builds identity. It builds belief.

And that’s powerful.

But it can also create a trap.

The Early Developer Trap

When success comes easily, development often slows.

The early developer may:

  • Prioritize playing over training

  • Specialize too early because they’re excelling

  • Skip foundational strength work

  • Avoid uncomfortable weaknesses

Then something happens around 8th, 9th, or 10th grade.

Everyone else begins to catch up physically.

The gap that once felt massive shrinks quickly.

If that early-developing athlete has not built:

  • Movement quality

  • Strength foundation

  • Power production

  • Conditioning habits

They often feel like they’ve “lost” something.

They haven’t.

The playing field simply leveled.

But here’s the key:

If the early developer pairs their natural timing advantage with intentional strength and movement training, good nutrition habits, and long-term development…

Now the advantage multiplies.

They combine:

  • Years of confidence and game experience

  • Early leadership reps

  • And a physical foundation that continues to grow

That athlete doesn’t just stay ahead — they separate.

The Late Developer

Then there’s the athlete whose physical maturation comes later.

In middle school, this can feel unfair.

They may:

  • Be undersized

  • Struggle with strength

  • Get fewer opportunities

  • Feel overlooked

This is where frustration sets in.

And here’s the common trap:

They try to out-skill everyone.

They double down on:

  • Extra drills

  • Extra skill sessions

  • Position-specific work

Skill matters. It absolutely does.

But ignoring physical development during this window is a mistake.

Because when their body begins to mature — and it will — the athlete who has already built:

  • Proper movement mechanics

  • A strength base

  • Good training habits

  • Nutrition awareness

  • Recovery discipline

Often passes the early developer.

Not because of luck.

Because they were building while others were coasting.

A Third Path: The Steady Builder

There’s another athlete we don’t talk about enough.

The one who isn’t dramatically early or late.

They sit somewhere in the middle.

They aren’t dominating.
They aren’t far behind.

These athletes win long-term through consistency.

They:

  • Show up year-round

  • Train even when they aren’t starting

  • Avoid early specialization

  • Focus on development over comparison

By junior and senior year, they’re often the most stable, reliable performers on the field.

Because their growth was steady — not reactive.

What This Means for Parents and Athletes

Between ages 12–16, athletes experience rapid change.

Height shifts.
Weight shifts.
Coordination shifts.
Strength potential shifts.

These changes are normal — but they create temporary gaps in performance.

The mistake is assuming those gaps are permanent.

The bigger mistake is failing to build during that window.

Middle school success can disappear without development.
Middle school struggle can transform with development.

The question isn’t:

“Is my child ahead or behind right now?”

The question is:

“Are they building a foundation that grows with them?”

That foundation includes:

  • Movement quality

  • Strength training

  • Speed mechanics

  • Proper recovery

  • Sound nutrition habits

  • And mental resilience

Because once the body changes, the athlete who has prepared for that change accelerates quickly.

The Long-Term Perspective

Youth sports reward early size and speed.

High school sports reward preparation.

College sports reward durability, strength, and consistency.

The athletes who thrive long-term are not the ones who simply matured first.

They’re the ones who trained intentionally regardless of where they started.

Early dominance without development fades.
Early struggle with development builds momentum.

The goal isn’t to win middle school.

The goal is to be ready when it matters most.

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Why Motivation Fails but Momentum Works

Motivation is great — at first.

The beginning of any new goal feels exciting. The newness gives you energy. You feel locked in. You tell yourself this time is different.

But after the first few days or weeks, the novelty wears off. Life shows up. Motivation fades. And that’s where most people get stuck.

No amount of motivational David Goggins videos is going to carry you long term (as entertaining as they are 😄).

That’s because motivation isn’t meant to last. Habits are.

Motivation vs. Habits

Motivation is emotional.
Habits are behavioral.

Motivation helps you start. Habits help you continue.

Research typically suggests it takes anywhere from 30 to 60+ days to begin forming a habit, depending on the behavior and the person. But the exact number matters less than this truth:

Habits are built through repetition, not intensity.

You don’t need extreme changes. You need small changes done consistently.

My Own Experience With Momentum

At my heaviest, I was over 100 pounds heavier than I am now.

That weight loss didn’t happen in a year. It happened over about four years.

That averages out to roughly:

  • 25 pounds per year

  • About ½ a pound per week

Nothing extreme. No crash diets. No unsustainable routines.

Early on, our family dinners looked very different:

  • Hamburger Helper

  • Hot dogs

  • Spaghetti with Texas toast

  • Sloppy Joes

Over time — slowly — those meals transitioned into:

  • Chicken, rice, and veggies

  • Steak, potatoes, and veggies

  • Salmon, sweet potatoes, and veggies

It didn’t happen overnight. But now? That feels completely normal.

The same goes for soda. Early on, I still craved regular Mountain Dew. Now, a regular soda tastes too sweet because my habits changed. I don’t even miss it.

That’s the power of momentum.

Momentum Is Built Brick by Brick

This past year, I trained 200–250 days — about 4–5 times per week.

There’s no version of me from years ago that could’ve sustained that.

But just like anything else, you train your body and your habits adapt.

The mistake people make is trying to go from zero to 100 and expecting it to be sustainable. That rarely works long term.

Instead, think in levels.

If you currently average:

  • 4,000 steps per day → aim for 5,000

  • Then 6,000

  • Then 7,000

Each step is a brick.

We use the phrase “brick by brick” because that’s how meaningful change is built — not from one massive effort, but from small daily decisions stacked on top of each other.

Small Daily Wins Matter

That extra walk to hit your step goal isn’t going to transform your body on its own.

But when you stack:

  • Extra steps

  • Protein-forward meals

  • Consistent training sessions

  • Adequate sleep

…day after day, week after week, that’s when progress compounds.

This is why building streaks is so powerful. Momentum builds confidence. Confidence builds consistency.

Where Coaching Comes In

This is exactly where our habit scorecard comes into play.

It’s not about perfection.
It’s about awareness and consistency.

And this is also where coaching matters most.

Our coaching isn’t about yelling motivation or hype. It’s about:

  • Keeping you accountable to daily behaviors

  • Helping you course-correct when life happens

  • Making sure small misses don’t turn into full restarts

Sometimes motivation shows up. Most of the time, accountability does the heavy lifting.

And that’s what creates momentum.

Final Thought

If you’re waiting to feel motivated, you’ll always be starting over.

If you focus on building small, sustainable habits — brick by brick — momentum will take you farther than motivation ever could.

That’s how real change happens.

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⚡ Supplements Teens Might Be Tempted By – What You Need to Know

As a strength coach for young athletes, I get lots of questions about supplements. If your child is on social media, chances are they’ve seen fitness influencers pushing products with flashy labels and big promises. Even without social media, they may have friends at school already experimenting with supplements.

As both a coach and a dad of a 16-year-old football player and wrestler, I’ve lived this question from both sides. Below is a quick guide to the Top 10 supplements teens are most tempted to try, what they are, what they do, and my take on them.

I’ve rated each one on a scale from 💪🏻 (not necessary / possibly unsafe) to 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 (great supplement & safe to use responsibly).

1. Pre-Workout Powders

Appeal: Big pump, candy flavors, energy boost.
Risks: Excess caffeine (300–400mg/scoop), jitters, sleep issues, reliance on artificial energy.
Verdict (💪🏻): Most tempting, least necessary. Teens already have plenty of natural energy—don’t let caffeine become a crutch.

2. Energy Drinks (Monster, Celsius, Bang, etc.)

Appeal: Fast energy before practice.
Risks: Jitters, dehydration, poor sleep, sugar crashes.
Verdict (💪🏻): Same category as pre-workout. I personally drink them as an adult, but for teens with no caffeine tolerance, the effects hit much harder.

3. Creatine

Appeal: One of the most researched supplements for strength and muscle gains.
Risks: Safe if taken properly, but teens may overdo it or forget hydration.
Verdict (💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻): Excellent supplement, safe and effective. My son uses it regularly with great results.

4. Protein Powders & Meal Replacement Shakes

Appeal: Convenient protein boost, widely used by athletes.
Risks: Low-quality brands or replacing meals instead of supplementing.
Verdict (💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻): Safe when using reputable brands. Remember: food first, shakes second.

5. BCAAs (Branched Chain Amino Acids)

Appeal: Marketed as muscle-repair magic.
Risks: Unnecessary if daily protein intake is already high.
Verdict (💪🏻💪🏻): Overhyped. Not harmful, but money is better spent elsewhere.

6. Fat Burners / “Shred” Pills

Appeal: Quick results, lean look.
Risks: Dangerous stimulants, anxiety, dehydration, heart risks.
Verdict (0): Absolutely not. No place for teens.

7. Testosterone Boosters

Appeal: “Natural muscle builder” claims.
Risks: Interferes with natural hormone development, usually ineffective.
Verdict (0): Not needed. Teen boys already have naturally high testosterone.

8. Collagen Powders

Appeal: TikTok/IG hype for hair, skin, and joints.
Risks: Not harmful, but limited athletic performance benefit.
Verdict (💪🏻💪🏻): Could be useful for overall wellness (especially for females), but not essential for performance.

9. Electrolyte Powders (LMNT, Liquid I.V., Gatorade Endurance)

Appeal: Recover like the pros.
Risks: None, unless overused in short, easy workouts.
Verdict (💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻): A staple for athletes training hard in heat. Our family uses LMNT daily.

10. Caffeine Pills

Appeal: Cheap energy hack.
Risks: Easy to overdose, stronger than coffee, unsafe for teens.
Verdict (0): Totally unnecessary and risky.

Final Thoughts:
Supplements can feel like a “shortcut,” but they’re not magic. The foundation for performance will always be whole foods, hydration, sleep, and consistency in training. Only after those are in place should supplements even be considered—and only the safe, proven ones like protein, creatine, and electrolytes.

As always, I’m here to help guide your athlete’s nutrition the right way. If you’ve got questions about what’s best for your son or daughter, just let me know—I’d be glad to help.

Coach Kyle

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Fueling Performance: Nutrition Tips for Teen Athletes

Let’s talk nutrition—specifically for our teen athletes. Training hard is only half the battle; how you fuel your body makes a big difference in your performance and recovery. Here are some simple but powerful tips:

  • Stick to whole, one-ingredient foods when you can. Think lean meats, fruits, rice, oats, etc.

  • Prioritize protein at every meal. Protein builds muscle and keeps you feeling full longer.

  • Time your carbs—eat most of them around training and practices to fuel performance.

  • Fruit is nature’s dessert. It’s sweet, energizing, and packed with vitamins and fiber.

  • Hydration matters. Water is great, but don’t forget electrolytes—especially sodium (salt).

  • Supplements are just that—supplemental. Focus on real food first. That said, creatine is one of the most researched and proven supplements. It can help increase strength, power output, and muscle mass—especially in teens lifting consistently.

Here’s an example of what a solid day could look like:

  • Breakfast: Oatmeal with blueberries and scrambled eggs (or a whey protein shake)

  • Lunch: 6 oz grilled chicken, sweet potato, and a small salad

  • Post-Workout Snack: Banana with peanut butter

  • Dinner: 6 oz lean steak, white rice, and sautéed vegetables

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Why Every Athlete Needs a Performance Season This Summer

As we head into summer, I want to challenge the idea that training is just something you do during a sports season. If we want our athletes to keep progressing — not just maintaining — we need to start thinking differently.

Let’s make the case for a Performance Season.

☀️ Summer = Your Performance Season

The summer is the perfect window to focus on getting stronger, faster, and more powerful — without the stress of games or tournaments.

This is where real progress is made.

🏗️ Build the Foundation, Then Add the Skill

  • Strength, speed, and power are the base that all sport skills are built on.

  • Better physical tools allow athletes to actually express their skills at a higher level.

  • Many technical issues that show up during competition are actually the result of strength deficits, not lack of coaching.

🔁 What’s the Difference Between In-Season & Off-Season?

  • In-Season Training = Maintain performance. Stay sharp. Manage recovery.

  • Off-Season Training = Build the base. Develop new levels of athleticism.

  • This summer is your athlete’s chance to reset, rebuild, and come back better.

🛡️ Build Armor. Prevent Burnout.

  • A focused off-season helps protect the body from future injury.

  • It allows athletes to recover mentally and physically from a long season.

  • Training in a new way keeps it fun and fresh — helping avoid burnout and overuse injuries.

💡 Year-Round Training with Purpose

Training year-round doesn’t mean going all-out all the time. It means having a plan that adapts to the season.

Let’s make this summer a performance season — and set the stage for your athlete’s best season yet.

Let me know if you’d like help building a plan that fits your athlete’s goals!

Kyle Woods

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Avoiding Burnout in Youth Sports: Why Variety and Recovery Matter

As parents and coaches, we all want the best for our athletes - to see them thrive, succeed, and enjoy the journey along the way. But in today’s youth sports culture, where more often means better, we’re seeing a troubling trend: burnout is happening earlier and more frequently than ever before.

Overtraining is real - even for young athletes.

Constant practice in a single sport can lead to physical fatigue, mental exhaustion, and a growing number of injuries. Overuse injuries like ACL tears and even Tommy John surgeries, once reserved for college or pro athlete, are now occurring in middle school. It’s a clear sign that something needs to change.

Burnout isn’t just physical.

When sports stop being fun, motivation drops. I’ve spoken with countless young athletes who’ve said they just want to be a kid again. A simple break or shift in routine can reignite their passion. Sometimes, stepping away for a moment is what brings them back stronger.

Variety builds a better athlete.

Exposing young athletes to different types of movement - speed work, strength training, functional fitness creates well-rounded development and reduces repetitive strain. Strength is the foundation on which skill is built. Without it, that “ceiling” of potential remains low.

Recovery isn’t optional - it’s essential.

Rest days, quality sleep, and solid nutrition are what fuel progress. Without them, even the most talented athlete will eventually hit a wall.

Early specialization can backfire.

Yes, there’s pressure to focus early. But the truth is, it’s better to build the best 16- to 18-year-old athlete than burn out the best 12-year-old. A strong foundation leads to lasting performance and fewer injuries when it really counts.

Cross-training keeps things fresh.

It prevents physical imbalances, keeps the body guessing, and - maybe most importantly - keeps athletes mentally engaged.

Summer is the perfect time to reset.

The break from school sports and hectic schedules gives young athletes a window to switch things up, focus on building a strength foundation, and return to their sport stronger, faster, and more resilient.

The bottom line?

We’re in this for the long haul. Developing athletes who love their sport, stay healthy, and continue to grow takes intention. Let’s train smarter, not just harder.

If you’re interested in exploring training that builds strength, improves athleticism, and supports long-term success, let’s talk.

Kyle Woods

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Stronger Together: A New Way for Families to Train

At Build Performance, we believe fitness isn’t just about sets and reps—it’s about creating a lifestyle that impacts generations.

That’s why we’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for parents and athletes to train at the same time, in the same place, with programs designed specifically for each.

Why it works:

  • Shared Schedule = Shared Success

    When parents and kids train simultaneously, it simplifies busy family routines. As parents, nothing pushes us to give our best like our kids watching. And for our kids, seeing us push ourselves gives them the same drive.

  • Lead by Example

    Modeling a healthy, driven lifestyle helps shape the long-term choices of our kids. When they see you chasing your goals, they learn to chase theirs too.

  • Fitness as Family Culture

    Training side-by-side turns fitness into something more than a chore—it becomes a shared value and a way of life.

  • Maximize Your Time

    Use your child’s training hour as your time too. No more sitting in the car or waiting on the sidelines—get in a great workout for yourself.

  • Mutual Motivation + Built-In Support

    There’s something powerful about growing stronger together. You’ll motivate one another, hold each other accountable, and celebrate wins as a team.

  • Habits That Last

    Consistency in fitness builds discipline, stress management, and resilience—on and off the field, for both kids and adults.

Here’s how it works:

Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6–7 PM for our Hybrid Athlete/Adult Class.

  • Athletes train with Coach Kyle using our performance-based system.

  • Adults train with Coach Chey in a high-energy, functional fitness class.

It’s a perfect opportunity to grow stronger—together.

Message us to learn more or to grab your spot!

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Build Performance Summer ‘25 Programs – Registration Now Open!

We’re excited to announce our Summer ‘25 Training Lineup at Build Performance! Whether you’re an athlete, a parent looking to get fit, or a young student wanting to move and have fun, we’ve got something for you this summer.

ATHLETE TRAINING (Ages 11–18)

Designed to help athletes improve strength, speed, power, and agility to dominate on the field or court.

  • Small group coaching with an emphasis on movement quality and athletic performance

  • 3 Days/Week: $125/month or $285/summer

  • 2 Days/Week: $90/month or $225/summer

ADULT TRAINING

Learn to lift safely and effectively with personalized coaching in a small group setting.

  • 3 Days/Week: $75/month or $175/summer

  • 2 Days/Week: $60/month or $140/summer

HYBRID ADULT/ATHLETE CLASS

Train side-by-side with your athlete!

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00–7:00 PM

  • Athletes train with Coach Kyle, adults train with Coach Chey

  • 10% discount when combining parent & athlete training

YOUTH SPEED, AGILITY & STRENGTH (Ages 8–12)

June 2 – August 22 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00–10:00 AM

  • A fun, high-energy class using games, plyometrics, and resistance training

  • Perfect for kids looking to move, compete, and grow in a structured environment

PERSONAL TRAINING

1-on-1, fully customized coaching designed around your goals

  • 60-minute sessions

  • 12 & 24 session packages include goal setting, movement/nutrition consultation, and a daily e-checklist for accountability

Questions or ready to sign up?

Reach out at buildperformancenc@gmail.com or call (336) 404-4221.

You can also visit buildperformancenc.com for more info!

Let’s build something great this summer—brick by brick.

—Team Build Performance

P.S. Don’t forget our 3 Year Anniversary party Friday 5/9 from 6-8. FREE food and fun for the whole family!

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Breaking the All or Nothing Mindset

At Build Performance, we live by one simple mantra: Build the Wall.

Every positive choice you make—every workout, every healthy meal, every time you show up—adds a brick to your wall. It’s about consistency, not perfection. One bad decision doesn’t knock down your progress. One missed day doesn’t undo all the work you’ve put in. Keep stacking bricks.

Here’s how we break free from the all-or-nothing mindset:

  • Consistency beats intensity.

    You don’t need a perfect week to make progress—you just need to keep showing up. Life isn’t perfect, and your fitness journey won’t be either. Keep going.

  • Something is always better than nothing.

    A 20-minute workout, a short walk, or a healthy meal all count. Find wins in your day. Even when your schedule is crazy—just move and add another brick.

  • Progress isn’t linear.

    When you spill a little milk, you don’t pour out the whole glass. Same with fitness—don’t let a missed session or bad week make you quit. Reset and keep building.

  • Perfection is the enemy of progress.

    Waiting for the “perfect time” only leads to more delays. The best time to start—or restart—is now.

  • Shift your mindset to “all or something.”

    Doing what you can, when you can, adds up to real change. Fitness is a marathon, not a sprint.

  • Discipline is built through repetition.

    Start small. Pick one thing to do every day. When that becomes routine, add another. Small wins lead to big breakthroughs.

  • Focus on habits, not motivation.

    Motivation comes and goes. What keeps you moving forward? Systems, routines, and accountability.

  • Show yourself grace—but not excuses.

    Be kind when you miss, but don’t stay there. Recommit and move forward. The journey is yours—enjoy it.

  • Fitness is a lifestyle, not a 30-day sprint.

    The best plan is the one you’ll stick with. Keep it realistic. Keep it sustainable. Keep showing up.

Brick by brick, we build stronger people. Stronger athletes. Stronger communities.

Let’s keep building.

Want help stacking your bricks?

[Join us for a free trial session] or [Reply to this email] and we’ll help you get started.

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Why Strength Training Is Essential for Young Athletes (and How to Do It Safely)

Is Strength Training Safe for Kids?

That’s one of the most common questions we get - and it’s a valid one. Unfortunately, there’s still a lot of misinformation out there. Some parents worry that lifting will “stunt their growth” or make them “too bulky,” especially for sports like baseball or basketball.

But here’s the truth: when done correctly, strength training is one of the most powerful tools a young athlete can have in their corner.

The Real Benefits of Strength Training for Youth

At Build Performance, we believe in equipping athletes with more than just conditioning - we build strength, confidence, and injury resilience. Here’s how:

  • Improved Athletic Performance

    Speed and power are built on a foundation of strength - specifically, relative strength (how strong an athlete is compared to their body weight). The stronger the athlete, the more force they can put into the ground to sprint faster, jump higher, and hit harder.

  • Injury Prevention

    Strength and muscle act as armor for the body. We train not just for performance, but for protection -reinforcing muscles, joints, and connective tissue while teaching movement patterns that prevent injury.

  • Confidence and Mental Toughness

    Every time a young athlete moves up in weight or masters a new movement, it’s a win - and those wins build belief. We see it time and time again: kids who train with us walk taller, play harder, and lead more confidently.

  • Lifelong Fitness Habits

    When kids learn how to train the right way, early on, it sets the tone for a lifetime of health and fitness.

Debunking the Myths

Let’s be clear:

  • Myth: “It stunts growth.”

    Fact: There’s no scientific evidence that strength training affects height when done with proper form and supervision. In fact, growth plate injuries are more likely to happen in contact sports like football or soccer than in structured training environments.

  • Myth: “They’re too young to lift weights.”

    Fact: We scale everything. Younger athletes start with bodyweight, medicine balls, bands, and light resistance - progressing only as they master movement.

  • Myth: “They should wait until high school.”

    Fact: Starting early with movement quality and body control sets them up for safer, more effective training in the future.

    What Safe, Smart Training Looks Like

At Build Performance, every athlete’s program is:

  • Progressive: Age-appropriate, movement-focused, and gradually built over time.

  • Supervised: Every session is coached by professionals who specialize in youth development.

  • Balanced: We build total athletes -strength, coordination, mobility, and recovery are all part of the plan.

    How We Do It at Build Performance

We start with movement. Every athlete who trains with us learns to hinge, squat, push, pull, rotate, and carry with purpose and control.

Small group sessions ensure close attention and strong coach-athlete relationships. No one gets lost in the crowd, and every athlete is guided with intention.

Our athletes don’t just get stronger they develop physical literacy, mental toughness, and confidence that carries over to every part of their lives.

Ready to See the Difference?

If you’re curious about how strength training could support your athlete’s goals - whether it’s injury prevention, more power on the field, or building confidence we’d love to show you what we do.

Come observe a session.

Schedule a free trial.

Ask questions. We’re here for it.

Let’s build something better together.

-The Build Performance Team

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Why functional fitness matters at every age…

Whether you’re playing pickleball, hiking, or chasing your kids or grandkids, functional fitness helps you do it better—and for longer.

At Build Performance, we pride ourselves on designing programs that do more than just check a fitness box. With expert guidance from our coaching team, our versatile training can help you put on muscle, build strength, support weight loss, and develop functional fitness—or a combination of all these goals.

The truth is, as we support a healthy weight, increase lean muscle, and get stronger, we become more capable as humans. Your level of fitness determines how well you function in everyday life—whether that’s running a 5k, water skiing at the lake, hiking a new trail, or simply keeping up with your grandkids.

Here’s why functional fitness matters at every age:

1. Functional Fitness = Real-Life Strength

It’s not just about lifting weights—it’s about being strong enough to live the life you want.

Whether it’s playing with your kids, exploring the outdoors, or carrying groceries with ease, functional fitness turns everyday tasks from a challenge into something effortless.

2. Longevity Over PRs

While setting records is fun, our real focus is your long-term health.

Fitness doesn’t “keep,” which is why we train for the life you want to live—today and decades from now. Functional training supports joint health, mobility, posture, and balance so you can move well for life.

3. Independence as You Age

Strength = freedom.

You’ve worked hard for your time, your travel, your hobbies—don’t let lack of fitness steal your ability to enjoy them. Staying active helps you stay independent, mobile, and injury-free well into your 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond.

4. Injury Prevention Through Movement Quality

We don’t just teach you to move—we teach you to move well.

Functional training builds strength through full ranges of motion, improves your coordination, and helps you stay in control in real-world situations. That means fewer injuries and more confidence.

5. Anyone Can Start—At Any Age

You don’t need to “get in shape” to start.

We meet you where you are and modify movements as needed. No matter your age or experience level, it’s never too late to build strength, energy, and confidence.

6. Carryover into Sports and Hobbies

If you’ve been on the fence about getting started, we’d love to show you how approachable and empowering functional fitness can be.

Ready to feel better, move better, and live stronger?

[Schedule a free session or come check out a class.]

Let’s build a better you—for life.

The Build Performance Team

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What sets Build Performance apart…

At Build Performance, we’re more than just a gym—we’re a community built on purpose, passion, and people. We believe in fitness that transforms not just bodies, but lives. Here’s what makes us different:

1. Our Mission: More Than Just Fitness

We’re not here just to make people sweat—we’re here to build strong, capable humans. Our impact goes far beyond the gym walls.

Whether it’s a student-athlete chasing their dreams or an adult trying to stay healthy for their family, our goal is to meet you where you are and help you go further than you thought possible.

We focus on long-term growth—not quick fixes. No gimmicks here, just consistent, smart training that lasts a lifetime.

2. Our Why: Building Better People

Build Performance was started with one mission: to help people become the best version of themselves.

Fitness is an incredible tool for building confidence, character, and community. Sure, the physical results are great—but the mental shift is life-changing.

When someone commits to training, it ripples out—into their homes, their teams, their work, and their entire life.

3. Our People: Coaches Who Care

Our coaches don’t just run workouts—they build real relationships. We get to know you. We celebrate your wins on and off the floor.

Whether it’s a kid’s big game or an adult’s career milestone, we’re cheering you on.

With small group training, you get the personal coaching you need—with the energy and support of a tight-knit group.

4. Our Culture: Encouragement Over Ego

There’s no ego here—just hard work and support. You’ll walk into a positive environment where everyone wants to see you succeed.

We believe in healthy competition, but we also believe in lifting each other up. Whether you’re 8 or 65, a powerlifter or a pickleball player—you belong here.

5. Our Impact: Life Beyond the Gym

We’re not just creating better athletes—we’re helping young people develop discipline, confidence, and work ethic.

We’re not just helping adults lose weight—we’re helping them show up better for their families, their careers, and themselves.

The work done here carries over into every area of life.

6. Our Vision: A Place That Grows With You

From middle school athletes to parents training before the kids wake up—this gym is for life.

We’re here to guide you at every stage, with training that adapts to your goals and lifestyle.

Our vision is simple: create a space where fitness is accessible, meaningful, and truly transformative.

Ready to see what makes Build Performance different?

Come try a session and experience it for yourself.

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We Don’t Just Build Athletes—We Build Confident, Disciplined Young Leaders

At Build Performance, we don’t just train for today’s game—we train for life.

With the rise of travel sports and year-round specialization, athletes are facing more pressure than ever to perform. But true development isn’t just about wins, stats, or speed. It’s about becoming stronger, more confident, more disciplined—on and off the field.

Yes, we’ll help your athlete get faster. Yes, we’ll help them get stronger. But that’s just the beginning.

When they train here, they’ll also:

  • Build real confidence

  • Improve their mood and energy

  • Learn discipline and accountability

  • Develop a strong work ethic

  • Make lasting friendships

  • Discover how to enjoy exercise—and stick with it for life

Let’s break down what we mean when we say we build the complete athlete:

1. Physical Development

We lay the foundation first.

  • Strength training is introduced with proper technique and safe, progressive movements.

  • Speed and agility work is tailored to their sport, helping improve explosiveness, coordination, and footwork.

  • We incorporate mobility and recovery work to keep them moving well—and prevent injury.

2. Performance with Purpose

Everything we do is intentional.

  • Training is built for long-term development, not short-term gain.

  • We don’t chase early success—we prepare athletes to thrive as strong, confident 16–18-year-olds, not just burn out at 12.

  • Movement quality comes before max effort—we move well, then we move fast.

3. Character Development

This is where the real wins happen.

  • Accountability: Showing up, doing the work, and adding a brick to the wall every day.

  • Discipline: Pushing through challenges and getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.

  • Leadership: Learning to support and uplift their teammates—in the gym and in life.

  • Confidence: Becoming the best version of themselves. No comparisons. Just consistent growth.

Our Approach

We train smart, not just hard.

Our coaches care about the athlete as a person first. We focus on proper movement, quality programming, and creating a positive, respectful environment where athletes grow together. Our training groups become more than just teammates—they become friends. And training becomes something they look forward to.

Results That Last Beyond the Game

The habits and mindset your athlete builds with us extend far beyond the weight room. Whether they play sports for a few years or go on to compete at the next level, they’ll leave our program with confidence, discipline, and a love for movement that can last a lifetime.

Ready to Get Started?

We’d love to meet your athlete and show you what we’re all about. Let’s build something bigger than just performance. Let’s build the complete athlete.

– Coach Kyle

Build Performance

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Skills vs. strength

🚨Parents of Baseball and Softball athletes🚨


Do you want to get an edge on the competition? Do you want to help your child take their game to the next level? Worried about them not earning a starting spot or possibly getting cut? 

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Then cancel their next hitting lesson and get them set up with a quality strength training program (like Build Performance 😃) for the next 8 weeks. They will go into their season faster, stronger and more powerful, which will unlock loads of new skill potential. Now ideally there would be the opportunity to do both skill work and physical preparation. But the trend of prioritizing skill work has to stop if you want your athlete to reach their full potential. I hate to be the one to break the bad news but your batting technique and bat to ball skills aren’t going to mean much if your swing speed is sub-par. 

If we imagine the athlete as a house then physical preparation would be the foundation. The quality of the foundation dictates the potential of the rest of the house. No matter how nice the cabinets, flooring or appliances are, without a solid foundation that house will crumble. Without proper strength, speed and power the athlete won’t be able to fully express the skill work being put in. Also many technique issues or inability to execute skill cues are a result of lack of coordination, body awareness and relative strength.

At Build Performance, in addition to building a strength base through fundamental movements we utilize many specific exercises to target rotational power for our Baseball/Softball athletes. My top five med ball exercises for rotational power are:

  1. Med Ball Shotput Throw

  2. Med Ball Rotational Scoop Throw 

  3. Partner Rotational Catch and Throw

  4. Med Ball Shot Put with Lateral Pulses

  5. Rotational Med Ball Slam

We also prioritize many arm and shoulder exercises to strengthen and help prevent injury during the throwing motion. Five of my favorite movements to use are:

  1. YTI’s 

  2. Overhead plate raise

  3. Shrugs

  4. Chin-ups/Deadhangs 

  5. Face Pulls

Now if you are the parent of a younger athlete and access to a Strength and Conditioning facility is not an option I have 5 movement to start implementing at home with no equipment right away!

  1. Chin-ups/Deadhangs

  2. Lunges

  3. Pogo jumps

  4. Push-ups 

  5. Max effort sprints

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6 Week Transformation Challenge

Our Spring 6 week Transformation Challenge is something that I’m very excited about and I can’t wait to share my vision with you. I want to take this opportunity to explain a little bit of how the challenge will work and what it can do for you. The challenge will begin on March 27th and end May 7th.

Goals

  1. This challenge can create a training camp atmosphere for summer. Providing the extra motivation to turn up the intensity to reach your fitness goals.

  2. Over these 6 weeks you will establish effective habits that result in creating positive change in your health. 

  3. If you’ve been putting off making changes or are currently in a plateau this can kickstart your fitness journey

  4. Experience the power of community support. A group of people working towards their goals alongside one another can be a powerful thing. You will help to hold others accountable while being held accountable by those same people. A rising tide raises all ships.  

Features

  1. People participating in the challenge will be added to a private Facebook group. This will be a space used to share motivation, recipes, nutrition advice, workouts, struggles and everything else that can keep us on the right track. 

  2. Through the challenge we will share training tips and workouts to help get your activity level up.

  3. The challenge will feature a digital daily checklist to help keep track of your healthy habits. This will also be shareable to social media. 

    1. The checklist features 4 habits created by us and a fifth habit that will be personal to you.

      1. Habit #1 - 10 minutes of deliberate movement. This can be a workout, yoga or an outdoor walk. There are lots of options here but it must be intentional.

      2. Habit #2 - 7+ hours of sleep. Sleep is one of the top habits that can improve your fitness. If you don’t get enough sleep you are stacking the deck against meeting your goals.

      3. Habit #3 - at least 30 oz water. Hydration can help keep hunger away in addition to numerous other health benefits.

      4. Habit #4 - log your food. No matter what your goals are with out the data on what you are eating it can be extremely difficult to make changes. MyFitnessPal or the Lose It app are great free apps to log your food. 

      5. Habit #5 - this habit is unique to you. Thinking of your goal for the challenge, what is a daily habit that can help you reach that goal? Some ideas could be getting a certain number of steps per day, consuming a certain amount of protein per day, etc. 

    2. Another aspect of the daily checklist is the brick wall. Build the Wall is saying that we use and you can find more about its meaning in the about me section of our website. But the general idea is that every positive decision is like adding a brick to your wall. Day after day stacking bricks on your wall you will reach your goal. Each successful day you can mark one brick on your wall. This creates a visual over the course of the challenge as we get closer to the end. 

  4. A huge feature of this 6 week challenge is the community support. It can not be overstated how helpful it can be to go through a literal challenge alongside other people. We will encourage others to keep going when it gets tough and there will be people that encourage you to not quit when it gets hard. 

  5. An optional feature will be a 20 minute video chat with me and/or Cheyenne to talk through your goals and how we can help you reach them. \We can share any tips or strategies that we’ve seen be effective. This will be made available to you if you choose, it’s not a requirement. 

  6. We have a great list of prizes to giveaway. 

Rules

  1. You must set a goal to work toward, this can be unique to you and your goals. Some ideas to consider: losing a certain number of inches in areas you choose, taking a before & after picture, losing or gaining a certain number of pounds, achieving a Personal Record in a lift, etc. If you need help setting your goal, we are here to help.

  2. Your goal must be trackable. An important part of setting goals is to make sure that you can track your progress along the way. 

  3. You must keep up with the daily checklist and track your compliance on a daily basis. Sharing on social media is encouraged but not required. 

  4. Over these 6 weeks there are 42 days. 42 bricks that you can stack up to Build Your Wall. In order to be eligible for one of the prizes you must successfully check all of the boxes on your daily checklist for 38 out of the 42 days. 

  5. The prizes will be drawn randomly from the pool of people who successfully complete the challenge.

Prizes

  1. 1 month free membership to Build Performance

  2. A free mini session from Cheyenne Woods Photography

  3. A Build Performance T-Shirt

  4. A gift card for Dinner & a Movie

  5. A 24 pack case of White Monster Energy Drinks

  6. A case of Fair Life Core Power Protein Shakes

  7. A 6 count of Super Coffees 

  8. A Build Performance shaker cup

To sign up just click the link below and fill out the form:

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Fitting your Fitness in

Being a parent is HARD (thanks for the newsflash right?)

One of the easier parts of being a parent though is the ability to become self-less. It comes very naturally to parents to put the needs of our children above our own. I believe that we were created that way. When our children are born we instantly feel an unconditional love for them. That’s one of the beautiful things about being a parent and essential to being a good parent. While our children should be a top priority in our life they shouldn’t be THE top priority, those spots should be reserved for God and your spouse (but that’s for another blog). What can also be troublesome is that we become so engrossed in raising our children that we forget about our goals and our health. How does a parent work a full-time job, take one child to gymnastics class, another to baseball practice, cook supper, get 8 hours of sleep and somehow find the time to exercise and take care of their health? It seems like an impossible task and oftentimes as parents we let our health/fitness fall to the wayside. Now I’m not going to lie and say that it will be easy, but it can be done. Here are my best tips for fitting your fitness in:

  1. Do it early - I told you it wouldn’t be easy and getting up at 5am never is. But I promise you it’s worth it! If you can find a way to fit a workout in before you would normally start your day I can assure you that it will make your whole day better. Your mood will be better, your brain will function better and your energy will be better. If this is something that interests you we currently have a Mens and a Ladies group that train from 6-7am. 

  2. Make a garage gym - It doesn’t have to be a garage but find a way to have access to exercise equipment in your home. Time is at a premium and you can’t afford to waste any commuting to a gym. 

  3. Find a gym with childcare - many gyms offer childcare as an addition to your membership and this can be a huge help as you work towards your fitness goals. Triangle Fitness in Kernersville has a great childcare program for members to use. During our time living in Kernersville our kids loved when we went to the gym because they had such a fun time in the kids center. I hope to offer this service to our members through Build Performance one day, because I know how much it meant to us. 

  4. Utilize body weight workouts - something is better than nothing. If you’re creative and have just a little bit of space you can have a very productive workout using just body weight movements. The benefit of these is that you can do them almost anywhere and anytime. Not sure what to do? Click here to access my bodyweight routine through the TrainHeroic app.

While these are the best strategies I’ve found I still struggle at times. Have you found anything that works for your family? I’d love to hear it. 

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Resolutions

Resolution (noun): a firm decision to do or not to do something.

Happy New Year! This is the time for the infamous New Years Resolution. Some people look down on resolutions but I for one really enjoy this time of year for goal planning. Me and my wife spend a lot of time between Christmas and New Years planning our goals for the next year, individual goals and goals we aspire to meet together. We assess our goals from the year before and make new ones for the coming year. I’ve always been a dreamer so I suppose that goal planning is so fun to me because it allows my brain to ponder what’s possible. It’s a time of hope and excitement. It can allow us to bring focus to our life and where it’s headed. It gives us an opportunity to gauge our progress in life. Which doesn’t just have to be how much money you make or what your job title is. It could be how your marriage is doing. How good of a Father/Mother have you been? What could you do better? When’s the last time you took your spouse on a date? How often did you read your Bible in the past year? 

The top New Year's Resolutions according to a survey from Fatherly.com are: 

  1. Exercise more

  2. Eat healthier

  3. Lose weight

  4. Save more money

  5. Spend more time with family and friends

So to summarize we want to look & feel better, with more money while spending more time with the people we love. I can’t really argue with that! It’s very interesting to me that the top 3 resolutions are fitness related. Maybe it’s all the food (extra pounds) that the holidays bring that puts fitness at the top of our resolution list. 

While you might have already made resolutions for this year or maybe you haven’t started yet. I want to share some tips for setting effective goals (resolutions) for 2023. 

  1. Set goals in all of the important areas of your life. For me that’s:

    • My faith

    • My marriage

    • My family

    • My health

    • My career/Money

  2. Put them in writing. Write your goals out and be as specific as possible. 

  3. Identify habits that will help you reach your goals and then identify habits that will keep you from reaching your goals. Focus on practicing the positive habits while avoiding the negative habits.

  4. Schedule events ahead of time when applicable. For example, one of my goals is to take my wife on a date 2 times a month. So I go on my Google calendar and add a Date Night every two weeks. This can serve as a reminder to plan this time together even when life gets busy. 

  5. Schedule a time periodically to review your goals and assess your progress. You may realize that you’re not progressing as you thought and it could motivate you to work harder toward that goal. Or maybe you reached the goal early and you can set a new goal to further that area of your life. 

  6. Give yourself grace. If you set a good challenging goal then you will face adversity as you chase it. There will be ups and downs. You may have periods where you’re very disciplined working towards your goal and you may occasionally “fall off the wagon”. Don’t get discouraged and just focus on moving forward, progress over perfection.

Lastly, I would like to share some of my goals for 2023…

  1. Independently read the Bible 10 minutes per day and finish a Bible app plan that I’ve started to read the New Testament from start to finish. 

  2. For me and my wife to go on two dates a month. For all my parents out there you know the hardest part of this is finding/making the time and coordinating childcare. 

  3. Spend more one-on-one time with my kids. When you have multiple kids you find that the youngest always demands the most attention. Me and Cheyenne have talked about working to make sure that we spend some intentional alone time with each of the kids. 

  4. In my weight loss journey I’ve been in a plateau for a few months and I need to get back in gear to reach one of my big goals. That is to get below 300 pounds for the first time since…well I don’t know exactly but probably not long out of high school. 

  5. I couldn’t be happier with my career choice moving to Freedom Academy and I can’t wait to play my role in helping it grow and finishing our 1st year strong. 

  6. With Build Performance I’ve been able to work with 27 different people on reaching their goals in our first 6 months. This next year my goal is for that number to double. I also plan to begin exploring and educating myself on how to find more space for our gym. We’re approaching the point where space is our limiting factor and that’s a good problem to have. 

So dream big, dream specific and let’s get to work. If I can help you reach your goals in any way please don’t hesitate to reach out. 

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