Episode 12: Daniel Quesenberry's Speed-First Approach to Performance Training

Summary

In this episode, Justin Ochoa interviews Coach Daniel Quesenberry from Ravenwood High School, discussing his speed-first mentality,  implementation of RPR (Reflexive Performance Reset) in training, the use of sports technology and evolving training methods over a 20 year career. 

Coach Quesenberry shares insights on how prioritizing speed has transformed their training approach, the importance of athlete health and building a culture of fitness that extends beyond football.

Coach Q mentions some of his favorite tech to use in training, such as Catapult GPS, Skyhook Jump Mats and aims to get Velocity Based Training as a next step for the program. But also shares how simplicity and fundamentals always remain important for young athletes to master and understand to build a foundation for a successful development journey.

Takeaways

• Implementing RPR takes minimal time but offers substantial benefits.

• Sports technology like Catapult aids in tracking athlete performance in real time.

• How less conditioning and better managed practices led to enhanced results.

• The benefits of speed training to CNS and how it impacts strength as well.

• The impact that the Sprint Based Football system has made at Ravenwood.

Timeline

00:00: Introduction to Coach Q

03:09: Implementing RPR in Training

06:01: Utilizing Sports Technology in Training

08:51: Evolving Training Methods for Speed

11:52: Changing Perspectives on Conditioning

14:56: Building a Culture of Health and Fitness

Stream the episode on Spotify or iTunes, and make sure to follow Dan on social media!