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Youth Athlete Development

Gud Performance

Football , Baseball , Basketball, Lacrosse, Golf, Functional Fitness, Youth Sports
Coaches
Otto Zaccardo and Troy Shallow

Prep yourself. Build Strength. Strengthen Your Bond.

The Father-Son Sports Performance Program is designed for dads who want to actively train and develop their sons’ athletic skills. This program focuses on enhancing your son’s performance in his chosen sport while creating memorable moments together through dynamic, sport-specific training. Whether your son plays football, basketball, soccer, or any other sport, this program is tailored to help him become a stronger, more confident athlete—while also deepening your connection as a father.

What’s Inside:

Sport-Specific Training: Engage in targeted workouts designed to improve speed, agility, strength, and coordination for your son’s specific sport.

Father-Son Workout Challenges: Participate in fun, competitive drills that encourage teamwork and friendly rivalry, making training exciting and rewarding.

Strength & Conditioning: Build functional strength and endurance together with exercises that develop your son’s power and athleticism, preparing him for the rigors of competition.

Skill Development: Focus on mastering essential techniques through targeted drills that translate directly to better performance on the field or court.

Life Skills & Values: Teach your son the importance of hard work, perseverance, and discipline, helping him grow both as an athlete and as a person.

Why It Works: This program isn’t just about physical training; it’s about fathers guiding their sons on the path to athletic excellence. By training together, you not only help your son improve his skills but also strengthen your bond, creating lasting memories and a shared passion for sports.

Train Together. Compete Together. Grow Together. With the Father-Son Sports Performance Program, you’ll empower your son to reach his full athletic potential while fostering a deeper connection. Join today and embark on a journey of strength, skill, and unforgettable moments!

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Base of strength
Gain an edge on other kids your age before you get to high school by building a great base layer of strength prepping you for HS sports, which will carry over to the college level.
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Its NOT too early to start
"If we lived on a farm you'd be chucking haybails and pulling tractors" Its not too early to start and it won't stunt your growth.
Features
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Programming 3 days per week
Daily strength, conditioning, and skill training that’s accessible and challenging for athletes of any level or background
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Mental Exercises
Structured mental training exercises to cultivate your inner strength
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
NO more PDF's, this app helps easily track your progress and make you better!
Equipment
Required
Barbell // Dumbells // Weight plates // Bands // Bench // Rack // Medicine balls
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 16-week program
Sunday
Week 1 Day 1

Activation

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Lateral Glute band walk 3x12 each direction Duck walks 3x15 Deep squat holds 3x30 seconds For this, get into a deep squat, as low as you can go (it’s okay to hold onto something for assistance) and hold this position for 30 seconds Med ball slam 3x8

B1

Calf Raise

3 x 12

B2

Prone Machine Hamstring Curl

3 x 15

C1

Heels Elevated Goblet Squat

5 x 12

C2

Lateral Lunge

5 x 4

D

Barbell RDL

3 x 8

E1

DB Reverse Lunge

3 x 8

E2

Plank

3 x 30

Tuesday
Upper Body basebuilding

Upper Body youth activation

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Band Pull apart 3 x 50 Deadhangs 3 x 30 seconds Banded face pulls 3 x 12 Scap Pushups 3x6

B1

Push Ups

3 x MAX

B2

Lat Pulldown

3 x 15

C1

DB Bench Press

5 x 9

C2

Chest-Supported DB Row

5 x 12

D1

2 DB lateral raise

3 x 15

D2

DB Hammer Curl

3 x 15

D3

Tricep Pushdown w/ bar

3 x 20

Thursday
Full Body

Activation

A

Lateral GLute band walks 3x12 each leg Banded Good mornings 3x12 Deep squat hold 3x30 seconds Band pull apart 3x50

B1

Weighted Depth Drop

3 x 4

B2

Side Plank

3 x 10

C1

Patrick Step Up's

4 x 8

C2

Single Arm DB row

4 x 10

D1

ATG split squat

3 x 6

D2

Seated DB Shoulder Press

3 x 12

E1

Lateral Bounds

3 x 4

E2

Single Leg RDL

3 x 5

Coaches
coach-avatar Otto Zaccardo

Coach Otto is a former Division I football player who earned a full-ride scholarship at Syracuse University, through a relentless pursuit of excellence. Coach Otto is no stranger to HARD training, as he coached himself to run a 4.34 in the 40-yard dash. Coaches combination of relentless pursuit of excellence, and impeccable attention to detail is why this program is everything you need.

coach-avatar Troy Shallow

Coach Troy has experience playing at all levels of football, primarily on the defensive line. His dedicated approach to strength and conditioning when he was a player, and now as a coach, provides a unique insight into what is truly important when training in the offseason and prepping for a big season ahead.

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The Proof
verified-athlete-avatar Chase Shallow

Sacred Heart University Football DL

Verified Athlete

"I started training with Güd Performance at 12 years old. I immediately saw a difference in my balance, speed, and strength. The training I did back then, and what they taught me about my body, is the reason why I am playing football at the division 1 level today."

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