Episode #43
43. Coach Talk: Inside D1 Football Training | University of Arizona Strength Coach James Perez
What does it actually take to compete in a Division I football program? In this episode of Athlete Country Club, University of Arizona Assistant Director of Football Strength & Conditioning James Perez shares an inside look at the systems, standards, and philosophy behind developing high-level college football players. From strength training and speed development to sports science, GPS tracking, recovery, and leadership, this conversation breaks down what happens behind the scenes of a modern Division I football program. Whether you're a high school athlete with college aspirations, a parent trying to better understand the recruiting process, or a coach looking to improve player development, this episode provides valuable insight into what separates athletes who succeed at the next level. Topics Covered: • Division I football strength & conditioning • Speed development and athletic performance • Sports science and GPS tracking • Recovery and injury prevention • Freshman expectations and common mistakes • Leadership and accountability • Developing elite athletes • What high school football players need to know before college 00:00 Introduction 02:19 James Perez's Journey to Division I Football 16:35 Inside a D1 Football Strength Program 20:33 Why College Football Players Don't All Lift the Same 28:31 The Sports Science Behind D1 Football 35:19 GPS Tracking, Recovery & Player Performance 41:43 What High School Athletes Get Wrong About College Football 46:18 The 4 Stages of Developing Elite Athletes 54:29 The 3 Habits of Elite Athletes 59:20 Outro Instagram: https://instagram.com/athletecountryclub TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@athletecountryclub YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AthleteCountryClub Business Inquiries: info@athletecountryclub.com
