Lacrosse Training

"After training with Tracy I gained 20lbs and got both Stronger & Faster. I would recommend any Lacrosse Player that wants to reach their full potential to train with Ford Sports Performance"

Cole Johnson, Army Lacrosse

To succeed at lacrosse and prevent injury on the field, it is important to have a good, lacrosse strength & conditioning program. Lacrosse is one of the most physically demanding sports, and at FSP lacrosse training program incorporates a balance of strength and endurance training, while also focusing on size, speed, lateral quickness, core strength, and first step explosion.

When it comes to lacrosse training, it is vitally important to cover all the major muscle groups and incorporate aerobic exercise. On the field, there is no distinction made in movements like in the gym, so at FSP we make sure we use a mix of many exercises and not leave out any muscles.


With the high demand of lacrosse players coming out of the Bellevue area, Ford Sports Performance is now taking our highly approved training methods to Lacrosse in order to develop the new era of Lacrosse athletes when it comes to sports performance training.

  • Information about our program

    FSP incorporates Hypertrophy training in our Lacrosse programs in order to increase lean muscle mass an increase the needed Bulk it takes to play this physical sport to prevent injury. Maximal strength, explosive power and power endurance are also very important and are incorporated in our strength-training programs. Attackers and defensive players tend to have greater need for strength and power compared to midfield players.


    CORE STABILITY/INJURY PREVENTION

    The core is the most important area for a lacrosse player to develop. It is responsible for the transfer of force from your lower body to your upper body, and it is also a major part of body control during multi-directional movements.

    • Develop rotational power while shooting

    • Improve Lateral hip Rotation Form

    • Maintain proper body position and keep a good centre of gravity

    • Prevent an opponent from knocking us off balance during the play.


    AEROBIC & ANAEROBIC ENDURANCE TRAINING

    The FSP Staff knows every position in Lacrosse will benefit from both aerobic and anaerobic endurance training, and while this may be more predominant for the midfielders, attacking and defensive players could also improve their performance over 60 minutes with greater stamina. Which is reason why our programs put a great deal of focus to improve our LAX athletes Aerobic and Anaerobic endurance.


    SPEED AND AGILITY TRAINING

    Speed & Agility is one of the most important elements of our FSP lacrosse-training program. Our programs focuses on increasing athlete’s linear speed change of direction, footwork, hip mobility, flexibility, & range of motion.