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5AM Club — Athletic Development
High-performance training built on discipline, consistency and intentional work—often before the sun comes up.
What we do
Built into the complete journey
5AM Club develops the habits behind consistent performance. Structured sessions combine physical preparation, technical work and competitive standards with the discipline to arrive prepared, work with intention and stay accountable over time. Training is approached as a repeatable process rather than a single result, helping athletes understand how preparation, recovery and daily choices shape performance. Discipline starts before the sun comes up, and the standard continues through every session and competition.
What athletes develop
- Athletic development
- Strength and conditioning where applicable
- Technical and competitive work
- Consistency and accountability
How it connects
Athletic work connects to academic accountability, mental performance and recruiting preparation so improvement on the field supports the complete athlete pathway.
Inside the experience
5AM Club — Athletic Development in action
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For enrolled athletes
Resources for our athletes
These guides, schedules, programs, classes and verified recordings live inside Education, the members-only College Program library. Athletes and families sign in to open the full content.
- 12-week planIn-Season Training Program12 weeks, 3 phases, 3 sessions per week to hold strength, power and speed through the competitive calendar.Open in Education
- 3 weight workoutsGym WorkoutsThe three weight workouts and lifting phases from the summer packet, with the weekly cardio and ball-work schedule around them.Open in Education
- GuideNutrition GuideThe Athlete's Guide to Fitness: fueling, gameday meals, recovery and fitness test standards.Open in Education
- 11 classesSports Leadership ClassesVideo classes with college and professional athletes on leadership, mindset and life at the next level.Open in Education
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