No matter how much (or how little) conditioning an athlete completed over the summer, preseason is a significant transition. Here are five ways to help your athlete prepare for their best preseason yet. It’s easy for athletes to treat the first week of preseason like it will determine the entire season. Simple routines reduce decision fatigue and help athletes stay grounded when sports become physically and mentally demanding. Help your athlete see preseason for what it really is: an opportunity to build habits and commit to a renewed season ahead.