DOTS!!!

It is once again time for our semiannual testing cycle!  I learned the term 'semiannual' from furniture commercials.  It has served me well ever since.

We call these tests DOTS (Diagnostic Opportunities to Shine) for those who have a bit of test anxiety.  DOTS sound much more cute.

Here are the links to the Google spreadsheets that have been created for you to record your results:

Fitness
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17O-2UdzWmvfN_qkP7B_zeq3vCbYq07s6U497qcCqjhQ/edit?usp=sharing

Performance
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Pjz90CxWBzFbyJSoWXnsOfa7TweGfgSZvH2EXMYaeN8/edit?usp=sharing

The purpose of regular assessment is twofold.  First, it allows the student to observe and document his/her progress.  Second, assessment helps guide us in developing programs that address the specific needs of our training groups. Without regular assessment, training simply becomes a random hodgepodge of variety for variety's sake.

Through the course of the next 2-3 weeks, we will provide what we consider to be a thorough test of fitness.  Maximum force production, rate of force production, lactic repeatability, aerobic power and aerobic endurance are but a few of the attributes we will evaluate.  While there will be some changes, many of the tests will be the same as the cycle held in May.

As always, it is our aim to design assessments that are both appropriate and revealing.  The ability to accurately assess and prescribe appropriate, focused training is the reason we do not subscribe to a "one size fits all" programming model.

Thank you in advance for participating and enabling us to enhance the education and training we offer!