BASKETBALL PERFORMANCE TRAINING

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• first step  
• deceleration + re-acceleration  
• conditioning repeats  
• reaction/decision under pressure

Basketball is fast, explosive, and nonstop. Players constantly shift from low-intensity movement to sudden bursts—sprints, cuts, jumps, and contact—so performance depends on both aerobic endurance and anaerobic power. On top of that, basketball demands sharp hand‑eye coordination for catching, passing, and shooting, plus quick reaction time and fast decision-making to stay one step ahead.

One of the biggest difference-makers is first-step quickness. That initial burst creates separation, opens driving lanes, and gives you an edge on both offense and defense. While some athletes are naturally quick, first-step explosiveness can absolutely be trained through better movement mechanics, strength, and controlled change-of-direction work.

At Peak Performance Training Center, we combine basketball-specific FitLight reaction training with targeted strength and conditioning to build the traits that transfer directly to the court: reaction time, explosiveness, speed, coordination, accuracy, and focus. 

FitLight uses wireless light targets controlled by a tablet that you react to with your hands, feet, or sport movements. It tracks speed, accuracy, and reaction time and gives immediate feedback—so you can train at game speed, not just gym speed.

Ready to take your game to the next level? Reserve a private training assessment at Peak Performance. 

(A $50 refundable deposit holds your spot and is refunded when you check in — whether you sign up or not. No‑shows forfeit the deposit.)