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The Power of Individual Targets in Team Performance Monitoring

When it comes to optimizing athletic performance, setting clear targets is essential. Traditionally, team targets have been the norm. While this approach promotes unity and ensures everyone is working towards the same objective, it doesn't account for individual differences in roles, positions, or physical readiness.

When it comes to optimizing athletic performance, setting clear targets is essential. Traditionally, team targets have been the norm—coaches set a collective goal that every player must achieve. For instance, a standard team running target might be set at 5 kilometers, where every player is expected to complete this distance at 100%. While this approach promotes unity and ensures everyone is working towards the same objective, it doesn't account for individual differences in roles, positions, or physical readiness.

Moving Beyond Team Targets: Individualization

To truly unlock player potential, it's important to consider individual targets based on factors such as position, fitness level, or rehabilitation status. Instead of assigning the same target to every player, coaches can set customized goals. For example:

  • Player A: Must run 3 kilometers.

  • Player B: Must run 4 kilometers.

  • Player C: Must run 6 kilometers.

This individualized approach acknowledges that different positions have different physical demands. For instance, a central midfielder in football may need to cover more ground compared to a defender. Similarly, forwards may require less running but more explosive power.

Differentiation by Position

One of the most effective ways to set individual targets is to differentiate by position groups. By using data from fitness tracking tools like JOHAN Sports' PACER system, coaches can establish benchmarks for these position groups. Here’s an example of how this might look:

  • Central Midfielder: 6 kilometers per session

  • Winger: 5 kilometers per session

  • Forward: 4 kilometers per session

  • Defender: 4.5 kilometers per session

  • Goalkeeper: 3 kilometers per session

Additionally, individual goals can be set for players, either to challenge them further or to reduce their workload during rehabilitation. By tailoring the workload to the specific demands of each position and player, you ensure that everyone is pushing themselves appropriately without being overworked or underworked. This approach promotes healthy performance.

So how does it work in the app?

  • Setting the targets for the team, a group or individual players

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  • Selecting the targets for a session

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  • Tracking the targets live per player

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Group-Based Targets for Specific Training Needs

Not only can individual targets be set, but groups of players can also be assigned specific goals based on their shared characteristics. For example, a group of rehabilitating players might have a lower target to avoid overloading them during recovery. Here's how group-based targeting might work:

Rehabilitation Group: Players returning from injury may have reduced targets to avoid overexertion, such as running only 2 kilometers or focusing on low-impact exercises.

How Individual and Group Targets Improve Team Performance

By embracing individual and group-specific targets, you create a more precise and effective training program. Players are less likely to suffer injuries from being pushed too hard, and those in rehabilitation can work their way back into full fitness at a suitable pace. Meanwhile, those in top form can be challenged appropriately to reach peak performance.

In conclusion, moving beyond blanket team targets and embracing individual and group-specific goals—especially with the help of advanced sports performance technology—allows for a more flexible, efficient, and effective approach to training.