Making the Most of the Off-Season🚀

The season’s done. Time to rest the body, refresh the mind, and take a breath. But after a couple of weeks off, what you do next matters. A lot.

This part of the year is where serious gains are made—because while some switch off completely, the best stay switched on.

Rest First, Then Rebuild

You’ve earned a break. Let your body recover. But once that rest is done, the real work begins. The off-season is the perfect time to go again—with more control, less pressure, and a clear plan.

Sharpen the Gaps, Build on the Best Bits

Everyone’s got something to improve. Whether it’s your weaker foot, sharpness over 5 yards, or composure on the ball—now’s your chance. And just as important: keep building the areas you’re already strong in. That’s how players separate themselves.

Top Pros Don’t Stop

The very best use the off-season to improve:

• Cristiano Ronaldo brings his personal trainer on holiday. He does pitch work, core strength, and ball striking even when away.

• Mo Salah fits in double sessions in the heat during his summer break—combining fitness with shooting drills and short-field work.

• Cole Palmer, fresh off a breakout season, was back on the ball within days of a short break—keeping sharp with tight-space technical sessions.

• Lionel Messi has consistently used his off-season to train privately with coaches in Argentina, focusing on speed, balance and finishing in and around the box.

• And even though he’s not a footballer, LeBron James follows a strict off-season programme with court work, sprint mechanics, and recovery built in daily.

Different sports. Same habits. They stay ready—so they don’t have to get ready.

Others Are Working… Don’t Get Left Behind

While you’re resting, others are putting in the extra hours—working to catch up, or push further ahead. That’s why 1-to-1 training is crucial during this window. Focused sessions give you a head start—so you come back ready, sharp, and ahead of the pack.

Use It or Lose It

This isn’t about grinding 24/7. It’s about being smart. Stay consistent, stay sharp, and build habits that carry you into pre-season in a better place than where you finished.

At Conor Thomas Academy, we help players use their off-season the right way—with tailored sessions to keep you developing when others are standing still.

Make this summer count. Come back better than ever 💨