Learn the Truth About Where You Stand in Your Journey
Setting and Reaching Goals...
What does it take to become a high-achieving athlete and make your dreams come true? How do you know you are making the best decisions if you don't have the best information? The journey should be enjoyable, ultimately understanding where you stand at all times and knowing specifically what you need to be working for the best results. College choices/selections will be dictated by objective data that we can provide you. Invest in a company that knows to be truthful with you following objective procedures which will target the best outcome possible. Our Athlete Management System will track your goals, key performance metrics and capacity evaluations so you are always aimed at the target!
Control Your Own Destiny!
A 24Hr-Athlete is a holistic approach to athlete development, emphasizing that success and peak performance are determined not only by the effort put in during practice or competition but by the actions and choices made across all 24 hours of the day. This framework prioritizes the entire lifestyle of the athlete, integrating physical, mental, and emotional well-being to maximize potential and longevity in their sport.
The Numbers Tell Your Story
Athlete Performance Tracker
24Hr-Athletes gain access to the data through a powerful Athlete Management System which guides your developmental journey. The Athlete Performance Tracker allows the athlete, and all stakeholders, to track development based on 20 years of data with over 65,000 athletes tracked. This web-based and mobile-based platform acts as the compass for athletes to know they are on the right track based on the data. Athletes log Daily Athletic Performance Surveys, activities, testing data, academics, etc. captured and processed on our 24Hr-Athlete Management System so we can validate your training effort to measure improvement. Realize sooner, as opposed to later, being dependent upon coaches, teachers, and trainers, who are not tracking your progress, will leave a big gap in your development.
What Specifically Do You need To Be Working On?
We're happy to assist committed athletes and their families who value our professional approach to our data-driven tools & services.
24Hr-Athlete Profile
Your Athlete's Journey In One Place!
Athletes capture your testing data over the years, set goals, and track your development. All Stakeholders, including parents, coaches, strength coaches, scouts, recruiters, guidance counselors, etc. have access to and participate in the athlete's journey. Images, video, academics, etc. all visible, and future accounts such as sports-specific industry leaders,etc. can be easily added to the player profile. Social media accounts are important and also attached to the profile.
Is Your Hard Work Paying Off?
Can you validate your efforts are paying off? Is your training keeping you on pace to meet your goals? If you are not testing...YOU ARE GUESSING!
Common Flaws
Common Athlete Development Flaws
Athlete development is a complex process, and certain flaws can hinder progress, limit potential, or even lead to burnout or injury. Identifying these flaws helps coaches, trainers, and organizations create more effective and sustainable development programs.
1. Lack of Individualization
- Flaw: Applying a one-size-fits-all approach to training, ignoring the unique needs, abilities, and goals of each athlete.
- Impact: Missed opportunities to maximize potential and unnecessary stress on athletes.
- Solution: Use tailored programs based on objective data (e.g., ACE Capacity Testing) and consistent feedback.
2. Overemphasis on Early Specialization
- Flaw: Pushing athletes to specialize in one sport at a young age, leading to repetitive stress injuries and mental burnout.
- Impact: Reduced athletic versatility and long-term potential.
- Solution: Encourage multi-sport participation and diverse skill development during early years.
3. Insufficient Recovery Focus
- Flaw: Ignoring the importance of rest, recovery, and wellness in the athlete’s routine.
- Impact: Increased risk of injuries, overtraining, and mental fatigue.
- Solution: Prioritize recovery with strategies like proper sleep, nutrition, and Daily Athletic Performance Surveys (DAPS).
4. Neglecting Mental and Emotional Development
- Flaw: Focusing solely on physical skills while overlooking mental toughness, resilience, and emotional balance.
- Impact: Athletes struggle under pressure, lack confidence, or lose passion for the sport.
- Solution: Integrate mental training tools (e.g., Mental MRI) to develop focus, adaptability, and decision-making.
5. Overtraining and Improper Load Management
- Flaw: Pushing athletes too hard without monitoring workload or respecting recovery periods.
- Impact: Increased risk of injury, fatigue, and burnout.
- Solution: Implement load management protocols and track workload data using an Athlete Management System (AMS).
6. Ignoring Foundational Skills
- Flaw: Prioritizing advanced techniques and strategies before mastering basic movement patterns and mechanics.
- Impact: Poor foundation leads to inefficiency and long-term injury risk.
- Solution: Focus on developing functional movement, coordination, and core strength early in the process.
7. Lack of Communication Between Stakeholders
- Flaw: Coaches, trainers, parents, and athletes operating in silos without collaboration.
- Impact: Conflicting goals, misaligned priorities, and wasted effort.
- Solution: Use AMS to connect all stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and unified objectives.
8. Limited Performance Tracking
- Flaw: Relying on subjective assessments instead of measurable data to evaluate progress.
- Impact: Poor understanding of what’s working and what needs adjustment.
- Solution: Implement consistent testing and tracking, like ACE Capacity Testing, to inform decisions.
9. Underdeveloped Leadership and Life Skills
- Flaw: Focusing exclusively on athletic skills without preparing athletes for challenges off the field.
- Impact: Athletes struggle to transition after their careers or handle adversity.
- Solution: Incorporate leadership, accountability, and personal development into training.
10. Ignoring the Importance of Fun and Passion
- Flaw: Treating development as a purely transactional or mechanical process, removing joy from the sport.
- Impact: Reduced athlete motivation and engagement, leading to early dropout.
- Solution: Foster an environment that encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for the game.
11. Mismanagement of Transitions
- Flaw: Failing to prepare athletes for key transitions, such as moving from high school to college or amateur to professional levels.
- Impact: Difficulty adapting to new environments, increased dropout rates.
- Solution: Offer mentorship, structured guidance, and resources to support transitions.
Start Here With Our At-Home Evaluation-Takes 5-Min
G8Way Max Wellness Performance Assessment & Report
The assessment uses a cell phone to capture 6 photos you will upload to the G8Way Max Mobile Application. We can offer you a personalized clinic-grade Wellness Assessment Report, which provides immediate feedback with a dynamic report on your body's specific imbalances. We focus on correcting your imbalances to keep you injury-free while enhancing your onfield/in-game performance!