During the offseason, Rex Havoc knew that while the physical demands of the game were intense, the mental preparation was just as important. With S50 of the ISFL on the horizon, he decided to strike a balance between sharpening his physical skills and taking time to recharge mentally.
The first part of his offseason was all about preparation. Havoc dove deep into his team's playbook, studying new defensive schemes and analyzing footage of the league’s top offenses. He wanted to ensure that he could anticipate every move, perfecting his ability to read quarterbacks and offensive lines. Mornings were dedicated to watching film, making notes, and discussing strategies with teammates over Zoom. He even reached out to his former mentor, Dave Morriowind, for advice on maintaining a strong mental game during the offseason.
Afternoons, though, were all about the grind. Rex hit the gym relentlessly, working with a personal trainer to enhance his speed and agility while maintaining his raw strength. He crafted a new training regimen that focused on flexibility and recovery, ensuring his body could withstand the brutal hits and constant demands of being a defensive end. There were no days off. Seven days a week, he was lifting, sprinting, and working on technique drills. Havoc even took up yoga which surpised his teammates, but it helped keep him focused and injury-free.
Despite his intense routine, Rex understood the importance of balance. So, after weeks of hard training, he took a well-earned break right before training camp was set to take place. He traveled to a quiet lakeside cabin in Northern Ontario with his family. Fishing, hiking, and sitting by the campfire gave him the peace he needed to recharge mentally. It wasn’t the busy vacation some players opted for, but it was exactly what Havoc needed as a reminder of where he came from and who he was working so hard for.
By the time the offseason ended, Rex Havoc felt stronger, faster, and more prepared than ever.
The first part of his offseason was all about preparation. Havoc dove deep into his team's playbook, studying new defensive schemes and analyzing footage of the league’s top offenses. He wanted to ensure that he could anticipate every move, perfecting his ability to read quarterbacks and offensive lines. Mornings were dedicated to watching film, making notes, and discussing strategies with teammates over Zoom. He even reached out to his former mentor, Dave Morriowind, for advice on maintaining a strong mental game during the offseason.
Afternoons, though, were all about the grind. Rex hit the gym relentlessly, working with a personal trainer to enhance his speed and agility while maintaining his raw strength. He crafted a new training regimen that focused on flexibility and recovery, ensuring his body could withstand the brutal hits and constant demands of being a defensive end. There were no days off. Seven days a week, he was lifting, sprinting, and working on technique drills. Havoc even took up yoga which surpised his teammates, but it helped keep him focused and injury-free.
Despite his intense routine, Rex understood the importance of balance. So, after weeks of hard training, he took a well-earned break right before training camp was set to take place. He traveled to a quiet lakeside cabin in Northern Ontario with his family. Fishing, hiking, and sitting by the campfire gave him the peace he needed to recharge mentally. It wasn’t the busy vacation some players opted for, but it was exactly what Havoc needed as a reminder of where he came from and who he was working so hard for.
By the time the offseason ended, Rex Havoc felt stronger, faster, and more prepared than ever.
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