BrainGames
Workout Plan

Athlete Reaction Camp

3-week off-season block blending BrainGames, plyometrics, and film study

Upgrade the nervous system before preseason.

9 min readSport performanceUpdated Jan 10, 2025

Camp length

3 weeks

High intensity, short block

Sessions/week

4

2 neuro, 2 field

Expected gain

-25 ms

Reaction improvement after camp

Weekly Flow

  • **Monday:** Plyometrics + Reaction Time + film review.
  • **Wednesday:** Strength + Sequence Memory + situational drills.
  • **Friday:** Benchmark Reaction Time + agility timing gates.
  • **Saturday:** Active recovery + visualization.

Field + Screen Pairing

Perform 3 sets of plyo work, then immediately sit down for a Reaction Time block. This forces the nervous system to translate explosive output into precise clicks.

Tracking

Record reaction ms, jump height, and agility splits weekly. Use charts to visualize progress.

Action Steps

Pair drills

Run BrainGames immediately after plyo sets for maximum carryover.

Film integration

Review plays post-drill to connect cognitive gains to tactics.

Test weekly

Friday benchmark session to measure progress.

Recommended Games

Reaction Time

Benchmark nervous-system progress each week.

Sequence Memory

Pairs well with film study and tactical drills.

Related Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need gym access?

Yes for plyos, but the BrainGames portion can run on any laptop or tablet.

How do I avoid burnout?

Insert mobility-only days mid-week and keep sleep above 8 hours.