Cooperation and programmes key to tackling burnout, says Damien Young

Cooperation and common programmes are the key to avoiding burnout and fatigue in the GAA, says a leading figure in strength and conditioning.

Damien Young, who lectures in strength and conditioning in Limerick IT and Setanta College, says: “If the dual player is ever going to be sustainable, the conditioning of the player by all coaching teams involved has to be merged.

“We have heard reports across the country of players training every night and having to complete full training sessions with both codes. Completing large volumes of high intensity activity on a daily basis without adequate time for recovery will impact the player’s ability to perform to his or her maximum potential,” said the well-known Tipperary coach.