Physical
Beep Test (Midpoint Fitness Check)
Full squad completes the multi-stage fitness test
Theme
Physical
Duration
16 min
Players (min–rec–max)
11–11–11
Equipment
cones, stopwatch
Set-up
Full squad completes the multi-stage fitness test. Record level and shuttle reached per player. Compare to Monday's 2-mile time — two data points are better than one. Flag anyone who's gone backwards.
Coaching points
- Push to failure — that's the point; we need the real number
- Note who quits early versus who fights; that tells you something too
- Encourage quietly — no embarrassing anyone in front of peers
Progressions
- Final beep test at session 9 will complete the three-point tracking arc
- Use data to adjust loads for individuals — not everyone trains the same volume