Most high school athletes think the way to get better is simple: practice more. While practice is important, the reality is that it only sharpens skills. It doesn’t build the strength, power, and resilience needed to really perform at a high level. That’s where strength training comes in, and it’s why our Personal Training for Teens program is designed with athletes in mind.

Think of it this way: a basketball player can shoot thousands of jump shots, but if they don’t have the strength in their legs to jump higher or the core stability to stay balanced, they’ll never reach their full potential. A soccer player can run drills all day, but without proper strength training, they won’t maximize speed or reduce their risk of injury. Athletes don’t just need practice—they need preparation.

At Breakaway Fitness & Performance, we don’t run “sport-specific gimmicks.” We focus on building the foundation every athlete needs—strength, power, conditioning, and movement quality. Those things carry over to every sport. When an athlete gets stronger, they sprint faster. When they move better, they cut and change direction more efficiently. When their body is balanced and conditioned, they stay on the field instead of sitting out hurt.

Our program also gives athletes something practice can’t: personalization. With just 10 kids per session, we’re able to create a program around each athlete’s needs. A baseball player who needs more rotational strength doesn’t train the same way as a volleyball player who needs explosive jumping. That’s the difference between practice and training. Practice builds skills. Training builds the athlete.

Add in quarterly assessments, and parents and athletes both get the reassurance that the work is paying off. Whether it’s faster sprint times, more power in a jump, or improved conditioning, we track it and use it to keep moving forward.

If your teen athlete wants to take their game to the next level—or if you want to make sure they stay healthy while doing what they love—our Personal Training for Teens program is the answer. Spots are limited to 10 per session and they will fill up quickly. Secure your teen’s spot today at bfpnc.com/youth-training