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In-Season Strength: Why Rodeo Athletes Can’t Afford to Stop Training

Fitness in Rodeo
June 18, 2025•2 min read

In-Season Strength: Why Rodeo Athletes Can’t Afford to Stop Training

When the season kicks off and the miles start stacking up, it’s easy for rodeo athletes to let training slide. Long drives, back-to-back events, and the physical toll of competition make it tempting to trade the gym for extra rest. But here’s the truth:

If you stop training during the season, you’re setting yourself up for performance drops, fatigue, and injury.

Think of your body like your gear. You wouldn’t ride with a worn-out bull rope or busted riggin'. So why would you let your body break down?

Why In-Season Training Matters

  1. Maintain Strength & Power
    All that strength you built in the off-season? You lose it FAST without maintenance. Even just two sessions a week can help you keep that edge.

  2. Injury Prevention
    Rodeo breaks down the body. In-season strength work helps bulletproof joints, reinforce tendons, and keep nagging injuries from turning into career-stoppers.

  3. Better Recovery
    When programmed right, training helps manage soreness and keeps you moving better between events. It's not about crushing yourself in the gym — it's about training smart.

  4. Performance Consistency
    Training during the season helps you stay sharp, focused, and strong from the first perf to the last. The pros don’t take time off — they adjust.

Train Smarter, Not Harder

In-season training isn’t about maxing out. It’s about:

  • Lower volume, higher intent

  • Recovery-focused accessory work

  • Mobility and movement quality

  • Keeping the nervous system fired up

This kind of training keeps you durable, explosive, and confident.

What This Looks Like

A well-designed in-season plan might include:

  • 2 short strength sessions per week (30-40 minutes max)

  • Daily mobility routines

  • Core and single-leg stability work

  • Movement prep before competition

You don’t need hours in the gym — you just need consistency and the right plan.

Don’t let your hard work go to waste.

The Champion Living App gives you in-season programs designed specifically for rodeo athletes. Whether you're on the road or at home, we make it simple to train smart and stay strong.

✅ Join the app today and stay ready all season long.

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