All Inclusive Soccer Offseason Training

Elite offseason training for NWSL, MLS, and USL professional players.

The players spoke, and we listened.

We’re taking the stress out of players planning their offseason while offering the flexibility to enjoy the offseason in Scottsdale, AZ. No more time spent on players finding their own trainer and gym or locating quality field space.

One week commitments – players can come and go as they please so they can enjoy their offseason too.

From daily treatment on the table to performance training in the weight room to on-field technical training to improve skills, players will have an elite experience to focus on improving themselves and preparing to be their best for preseason.

“Adam created my off-season program with a player first mentality. He built it around what I loved to do and who I was as a person. It was the first time in my career I was treated as a person first then an athlete. Adam went above and beyond to get to know his athletes as people and ultimately learn how to bring out the best in them.”

Dani WeatherholtNWSL player

Setting the Standard

The athlete is at the center of every plan. Each plan will integrate multiple disciplines to create a complete, 360 performance plan. Every week, each athlete’s plan will include:

  • Daily treatment to address chronic symptoms, improve movement, and reduce injury risks.
  • Soccer-specific movement screens and strength testing to monitor groin & hamstring health.
  • Board certified sports physical therapists to carry out any rehab from end-of-season injuries or offseason surgery.
  • Individualized weight training programs determined by an elite performance profiling system.
  • Qualified and reputable soccer coaches with US Soccer coaching licenses for technical and tactical training on the field.
  • Licensed sports massage therapists to provide recovery and prepare for the next day’s work.

<<<<< daily treatment

Dynamic cupping with red light therapy is one of the many tools available for daily treatments. The dynamic aspect of this technique utilizes pulsating suction to decompress the tissues. Red light therapy helps increase tissue temperature and improve blood flow.

Other tools available include dry needling, electrical muscle stimulators, soft tissue mobilization, massage, compression boots, and so much more.

  • DEXA scans to assess body composition and monitor muscle mass.
  • Metabolic cart testing for VO2max and Resting Metabolic Rate.
  • Functional and integrative dietitian to curate nutrition or lifestyle plans.
  • Performance psychiatry to support mind health and mental skills.
  • Personal chef to cater to every nutrition and lifestyle needs.
  • Housing options at Scottsdale Resort.

Who is Adam Loiacono?

Adam is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and performance coach who is board certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) and Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach (CSCS). Adam has over a decade of experience providing top-tier rehabilitation and performance training to professional athletes. His career includes reaching the NBA Finals with the Phoenix Suns in 2021 and the MLS Cup with the New England Revolution in 2014.

With prior pro team experience in medical and performance roles, Adam integrates sports science, rehabilitation, fitness, strength training, physical therapy, and orthopedic medicine seamlessly. His research-driven approach uses injury risk data and longevity studies to set standards for strength, endurance, movement, speed, and body composition. Leveraging advanced technology like force plates and velocity-based training, Adam customizes and measures the progress of each athlete’s rehab or training plan for tangible results.

“You’re the best physical therapist I know. Not just because your professionalism, but because you truly care. Not only in our time in New England, but no matter where I was in the world, I could always call on you. You were there to help me, to guide me, and to make me better.”

Lee NguyenInternational & MLS player

Your career. Your offseason. Your data.

The player comes first – always. We take privacy serious. We will collect data in order to individualize programs but will not share any data with anyone without the player’s written permission.

Our sole purpose for using technology and data is to learn each player’s current status and leverage that data to enhance the player’s individual performance plan.

If the player needs it, we’ll get it done.

Concierge care is our standard. No request is too small.

  • Local Specialists
    Scottsdales is a hub for elite medical providers. If players need to see someone or have an emergency, Adam will guide players to a reputable resource and accompany them to appointments if requested.
  • Preference Sheet
    Every Sunday, Adam connects with every player individually to learn of any specific treatment, training, or overall preferences to ensure a positive experience for every player.
  • Imaging and Advanced Diagnostics
    Have a chronic injury or symptom that continues to be a problem? Adam’s network of top pro sports doctors in Scottsdale can take a deeper look to provide players a solution.
  • 24/7 Communication
    Adam’s phone is always on, never off. While players are here in Scottsdale, Adam is available to support them to ensure they have an enjoyable experience.

“Adam is model example of what defines a high performance practitioner. His unique ability to operate along the rehab-performance continuum is one of the best I have come across.  More impressive is his ability to genuinely connect with people while providing world class services in a detailed yet practical way.”

Steve Fell, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCSPerformance Coach, US Men’s National Team

Pay per week. Here are the details.

As part of the all-inclusive weekly package, each player will receive:

  • Daily Treatment
    Quick 10-15 minute prep before soccer training and 30-60 minute sessions before or after gym sessions.
  • Daily Gym Sessions
    45-minute sessions that are periodized throughout the week to compliment soccer training.
  • Injury Rehab
    If players need continued rehab from an end-of-season injury or off-season surgery, then an individual rehab plan will be created for their daily treatment, gym sessions, and on-field sessions.
  • Soccer Training
    45-60 minute individual or small group training available depending on players’ preferences.
  • Fitness Training
    Integrated into on-field soccer training or supplemented afterwards on field.
  • Movement Profile
    A head-to-toe assessment to analyze major joints, functional movements, and past injury history to tailor daily treatments to player’s needs.
  • Performance Profile
    Outfitted by Vald Performance, players will undergo force plate jump testing, timing gate speed tests, and NordBord hamstring & ForceFrame hip strength tests to create an individual profile.
  • Recovery Massage
    (2) 60-minute massages per week to facilitate recovery and address any soft-tissue needs.

PERFORMANCE PROFILING >>>>>

Force plate assessments are one of the tools utilized to profile each player. Players will undergo jump testing, double leg strength, and single leg strength testing on the force plates. The force plate data provides our team valuable insights to individualize each player’s offseason programming.

Each component of the complete player profile is compared against normative data relative to gender and sport. This comparison establishes where each player ranks against a standard which guides their offseason programming.

Additional Add-on Opportunities

If players wish to enhance their performance plan, available add-ons include:

  • Body Composition
    7-minute DEXA scan to evaluate muscle mass, bone mineral density, and body fat percentage.
  • Resting Metabolic Rate
    Learn your body’s exact caloric needs and dial in your nutrition plan to maximize your ideal body composition.
  • VO2 Max Testing
    VO2 max is one of the greatest protectors against injury. Learn your score and compare against normative values to determine if your fitness is where it needs to be.
  • Performance Psychiatry
    Dr. Brook Choulet, a nationally recognized sports psychiatrist, is available to provide mind health and mental skills support.
  • Functional Dietitian
    Meet with Dana Bosselmann, a functional and integrative dietitian, who can evaluate blood biomarkers and create individual nutrition plans.
  • Personal Chef
    Whether players live a specific lifestyle or have food sensitivities, Chef Celine has catered to dozens of athletes to meet their every requirement to fuel their bodies.

<<<<< Bone & Muscle health

DEXA scans provide us valuable information such as Appendicular Lean Mass Index (ALMI), Lean Mass Index (LMI), body fat percentage, and bone mineral density.

The Commitment.

Commit to one week or multiple. We’re flexible to accommodate players’ vacations and holidays.

**Nov 3 – 23, 2024**

Dec. 8 – 14, 2024

Dec. 15 – 21, 2024

Jan. 5 – 11, 2025

Jan. 12 – 18, 2025

Jan. 19 – 25, 2025

Jan. 26 – Feb 1, 2025

**November dependent on players’ playoff participation**

Weekly schedule

SUNDAY: Preference meeting with Adam + pre-participation medical screen.

MONDAY: Technical training + speed training

TUESDAY: Small sided games + strength training

WEDNESDAY: Technical training + recovery modalities

THURSDAY: Technical training + agility training

FRIDAY: Small sided games + strength training

SATURDAY: Arrival/Departure

A credible resource that teams & Agents can trust

Navigating a player’s offseason when the player is not in the team’s home city can be a challenge. Pro soccer teams and player agents can rely on the decades of pro sports experience from Adam & this team of practitioners to assure players arrive to preseason in top form.

  • Pro Soccer Experience
    This team of providers’ past experiences range from USL, NWSL, MLS, and US Soccer. No shortage of team sports experience.
  • Modern Interventions
    Outfitted by Vald Performance and Kitman Labs, we are utilizing the same resources pro soccer teams are using across the world.
  • Rehab & Medical Experts
    Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialists and former Directors of Medical & Rehabilitation ensures players are managed by those who have credible experiences and appropriate licenses.
  • Collaboration & Integration
    No silos. One consistent medical & performance methodology. From the table, to the gym, to the field – no detail is overlooked.

The Facilities

TREATMENT, REHAB, & GYM SESSIONS will be held at Helix Human Performance. With over 9,000 square feet of floor space, turf, and state of the art gym equipment, all treatment and performance needs will be catered to.

SOCCER TRAINING will be held at a combination of outdoor grass fields in the Scottsdale area, all within a 20 minute drive to Helix. In the event of bad weather, indoor turf training space is available at AZ Soccer Lab – a 2 minute walk behind Helix Human Performance.

Housing Options

SCOTTSDALE RESORT: Adam can connect you with Scottsdale Resort – halfway located between Old Town Scottsdale and Helix Human Performance. Convenient to get to where you need to for training and close access to Scottsdale’s social scenes.

AIRBNB: Scottsdale is a massive AirBnB market – no shortage of stays in the greater Scottsdale area. Contact Adam with any questions or learn his recommended neighborhoods to stay in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current cost?

Adam is currently pursuing interested partners to help support the players with offseason costs.

How many players will be able to participate each week?

There will be a cap of 16 players per week to ensure elite, concierge services for every player.

Will teams be permitted to observe workouts?

No. This offseason training is exclusive to the players and the private team providing services. If a player is in contract negotiations or in free agency, then a private workout and observation will be organized exclusively for that particular player upon the player’s request.

What is the staff to player ratio?

Maximum ratios are 1:4 during gym sessions, 1:8 during on-field soccer training, and 1-on-1 during treatment or rehab.

What type of providers are on the medical and performance team?

The available medical team will consist of board certified sports physical therapists, a sports chiropractor, and an athletic trainer – all with professional soccer experience. The performance coaches will be dual credentialed as board certified sports physical therapists and former MLS fitness coaches.

Will teams have access to what training, treatment, or rehab was performed for the players?

Player privacy is integral to our culture. Teams & agents will only be granted access after players provide written consent with a Health Information Authorization form. If a player declines access, then we are unable to disclose any information.

If a player needs post-operative care or rehab from an injury, do you accept worker’s comp?

We will work directly with the player, their agent, and their appropriate team to utilize worker’s comp to help cover costs.

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