At the end of the season, athletes are physically and mentally exhausted and need a chance to recover. The post-season can be summed up in one word - rest. Injuries need to be properly cared for and given a chance to heal.This rest period is also important in the prevention of overtraining, a common condition that can prevent optimal performance. Many variables determine the length of recovery, but two weeks minimum is ideal. The length can vary depending on the level of play extent of the player's injuries and whether or not the athlete participates in other sports.

Off Season Program
Once the post-season recovery has concluded, the focus should turn to the off-season program. Off-season training is a great time for athletes to work on weak links in their biomechanical chain.  Consistently trying to eliminate the athlete's weakest area can help to reduce potential injuries.  The highest training volume, which is the number of sets multiplied by the repetitions, occurs during the off-season.