The Off-Season Blueprint for Club Players

When club players think about the off-season, they often picture hard fitness blocks, more power, and pushing their bodies to the limit. But is that really what recreational padel players need? In this episode, we break down what the off-season actually looks like at the professional level — and how club players can apply the same principles in a smarter, more realistic way. We explore why injury prevention should be the number one priority for recreational players, how pros use short off-season windows to build strength and sharpen technique, and how concepts like periodization can work even if you only play once or twice a week. We also share practical ideas on building mini training blocks, identifying your physical weak points, using video analysis to improve technique, and making small, consistent changes that lead to long-term progress. If you want to stay injury-free, train smarter, and set yourself up for a better year on court, this episode is for you. EXPLORE OUR OFFERS: The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial) Access 75+ Drills for Every Level: TPS Drill Book For Players Our BOOK - The Padel Player's Guide Win Matches with a Stronger Mindset: Get our Mental Toughness Course FREE Equipment Guide: FREE Padel Assessment for YOUR game: Want to join us on court? Read our blogs:

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The Off-Season Blueprint for Club Players is an episode from The Padel School Podcast by Sandy Farquharson.

This episode is 14:03 long.

This episode was published on Jan 15, 2026.

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