Volleyball Strength and Conditioning Program

Strength and conditioning program for a men's volleyball team:

Day 1:

  • Warm-up: 10-15 minutes of light cardio (jogging, cycling, etc.)

  • Dynamic stretching: 10-15 minutes of movement-based stretching exercises to prepare the muscles for training

  • Strength training:

    • Squats: 3 sets of 8-12 reps

    • Deadlifts: 3 sets of 8-12 reps

    • Bench press: 3 sets of 8-12 reps

    • Pull-ups: 3 sets of 8-12 reps

  • Plyometrics: 3 sets of 8-12 reps of exercises such as box jumps, jump squats, and plyometric push-ups

  • Cool-down: 10-15 minutes of static stretching to help with muscle recovery

Day 2:

  • Warm-up: 10-15 minutes of light cardio (jogging, cycling, etc.)

  • Dynamic stretching: 10-15 minutes of movement-based stretching exercises to prepare the muscles for training

  • Agility training: 10-15 minutes of agility drills such as ladder drills, cone drills, and shuttle runs

  • Speed training: 10-15 minutes of speed drills such as sprints and resistance runs

  • Core training: 3 sets of 8-12 reps of exercises such as planks, Russian twists, and leg raises

  • Cool-down: 10-15 minutes of static stretching to help with muscle recovery

Day 3:

  • Warm-up: 10-15 minutes of light cardio (jogging, cycling, etc.)

  • Dynamic stretching: 10-15 minutes of movement-based stretching exercises to prepare the muscles for training

  • Volleyball-specific drills: 30-45 minutes of drills that focus on specific skills and movements used in the sport such as jump training, hitting, and blocking

  • Cool-down: 10-15 minutes of static stretching to help with muscle recovery

Note: It is important to adjust weight and volume of the program based on individual athlete's fitness level and progress, also consult with a coach or sports medicine professional before implementing a new program.

Michael Ockrim

Meet the Mighty Oak

Michael Ockrim is a strength and conditioning coach and the founder of Mighty Oak Athletic in suburban Chicago, where he trains student athletes and families to build lifelong habits around movement, recovery, and nutrition.

He has more than 30 years of personal training experience and is a second-degree black belt in USA Taekwondo. Michael also serves as a group fitness instructor at Life Time Athletic and is pursuing a culinary degree at College of DuPage to deepen his understanding of performance nutrition.

He is the author of Death Resistant: A Common Sense Guide to Live Long and Drop Dead Healthy, which explores practical strategies for longevity through strength, mobility, and lifestyle consistency.

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