During the off-season, strength and power were the main focus of the training regimen. A 3-day-a-week speed and conditioning program also was implemented. The main focus was to increase speed in the 40-yard dash and increase aerobic capacity. Lifting included dynamic multijoint movements and focused on core and Olympic lifts, such as squats, power cleans, vertical and horizontal presses, and vertical and horizontal pulls. During this training period, intensities ranged from 65 to 82.5% of 1LM on squats and 70–85% of 1LM on Olympic and pressing exercises. Intensities were progressed throughout the training period to approximately 95% of 1LM. Volume was kept low to aid in building maximum strength and power. One to 2 repetitions were used for this training period. An example of the off-season strength training program is given in Table 2.