Mark Watts is The Director of Education at elitefts™ and the NSCA Ohio State Director. He also serves as an adjunct professor in the College of Professional and Applied Studies at Urbana University. He has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science &amp; Health Promotion from California University of PA and a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from Clarion University of PA. Watts has worked with athletes in over 20 different sports at the Division I, II &amp; III levels for over 15 years as a strength &amp; conditioning coach at places such as Denison University, The United States Military Academy at West Point, Allegheny College and Clarion University. Watts competes in both powerlifting and strongman competitions. He is originally from Pittsburgh, PA and is a USMC veteran.

Mark Watts is The Director of Education at elitefts™ and the NSCA Ohio State Director. He also serves as an adjunct professor in the College of Professional and Applied Studies at Urbana University. He has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science &amp; Health Promotion from California University of PA and a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from Clarion University of PA. Watts has worked with athletes in over 20 different sports at the Division I, II &amp; III levels for over 15 years as a strength &amp; conditioning coach at places such as Denison University, The United States Military Academy at West Point, Allegheny College and Clarion University. Watts competes in both powerlifting and strongman competitions. He is originally from Pittsburgh, PA and is a USMC veteran.

SPP - The Final Episode

Bob Alejo

Bob Alejo  Assistant AD/ Director of Strength &amp; Conditioning North Carolina State University  Topics Covered in the Podcast  How Coach Alejo got started in the industry How the game of baseball has progressed Communication with Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists Abdominal Injuries  in Baseball Baseball Players vs Throwers  Tommy John's Epidemic... A different take Total body strength is the best way to increase bat speed More resiliency in younger arms Innings thrown vs pitches thrown Monitoring the Bullpen Baseball is performed from your toes to the ends of your fingers  Assessments Approach athletes like they're damaged goods Its not a one day deal  Go to Exercises There is no exercise you should avoid Pressing overhead for overhead athletes Finding the Research About balance more than movement Variances between the  In-Season Training High Intensity during the season Decrease the slope of the decline by lifting heavy If you can't gain strength at the rep range how can you maintain it? Low Volume reduces fatigue and soreness  Conditioning and Speed Rest,sets, and intervals Quantify everything Low intensity tempo work Tempo to Speed Endurance to Speed Everything comes down to 1st step speed  Strategies to build rapport with Sport Coaches Everything data driven! Start correlating your data If you are going to be fast, you need to be strong, If you are strong, you can change direction  Best advice for young coaches Technology has enabled coaches to contact anyone You don't need to guess anymore Call your peers Your group is your group. Get them better first   Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast on iTunes The Bob Alejo File Assistant AD/Director of Strength and Conditioning Bob Alejo oversees all of the strength and conditioning efforts of the department, and coordinates the day-to-day efforts of the men's basketball team.Prior to joining the Wolfpack staff in April, Alejo served as the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the Oakland A's, a position he also held from 1993-2001. In that role, he was responsible for all aspects of the organization's year-round physical preparation at both the major league and minor league levels. Prior to rejoining the A's, Alejo was the Director of Strength and Conditioning at UC Santa Barbara from 2005-2008. During that time he was also a member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team as strength and conditioning coach for the Gold medal-winning men's beach volleyball team of Todd Rogers and Phil Dalhausser. From 1984-1993, Alejo served as strength and conditioning coach at UCLA where he worked with 23 men's and women's teams, including the men's basketball team while current Wolfpack head coach Mark Gottfried was an assistant coach. During his tenure in Westwood, the Bruins racked up 25 national championships and produced more than 100 All-Americans. Prior to joining the Bruins' staff, Alejo served as strength and conditioning coach for football at his alma mater, Chico State. He earned his B.A. in physical education from Chico State in 1982 and is a member of the Wildcats' Athletic Hall of Fame after a successful baseball career.An accomplished lecturer and author, Alejo is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (through the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certification Commission) and holds the advanced NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach distinction. He has also been elected to three halls of fame: Chico State Athletics, Chico State Baseball (inaugural inductee) and the Chico Professional Baseball "Legends of the Diamond." www.elitefts.com

Bob Alejo <ul> <li>Assistant AD/ Director of Strength &amp; Conditioning</li> <li>North Carolina State University</li> </ul> Topics Covered in the Podcast <ol> <li>How Coach Alejo got started in the industry</li> <li>How the game of baseball has progressed</li> <li>Communication with Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists<ol> <li>Abdominal Injuries  in Baseball</li> <li>Baseball Players vs Throwers</li> </ol></li> <li>Tommy John's Epidemic... A different take<ol> <li>Total body strength is the best way to increase bat speed</li> <li>More resiliency in younger arms</li> <li>Innings thrown vs pitches thrown</li> <li>Monitoring the Bullpen</li> <li>Baseball is performed from your toes to the ends of your fingers</li> </ol></li> <li>Assessments<ol> <li>Approach athletes like they're damaged goods</li> <li>Its not a one day deal</li> </ol></li> <li>Go to Exercises<ol> <li>There is no exercise you should avoid</li> <li>Pressing overhead for overhead athletes</li> <li>Finding the Research</li> <li>About balance more than movement</li> <li>Variances between the</li> </ol></li> <li>In-Season Training<ol> <li>High Intensity during the season</li> <li>Decrease the slope of the decline by lifting heavy</li> <li>If you can't gain strength at the rep range how can you maintain it?</li> <li>Low Volume reduces fatigue and soreness</li> </ol></li> <li>Conditioning and Speed<ol> <li>Rest,sets, and intervals</li> <li>Quantify everything</li> <li>Low intensity tempo work</li> <li>Tempo to Speed Endurance to Speed</li> <li>Everything comes down to 1st step speed</li> </ol></li> <li>Strategies to build rapport with Sport Coaches<ol> <li>Everything data driven!</li> <li>Start correlating your data</li> <li>If you are going to be fast, you need to be strong, If you are strong, you can change direction</li> </ol></li> <li>Best advice for young coaches<ol> <li>Technology has enabled coaches to contact anyone</li> <li>You don't need to guess anymore</li> <li>Call your peers</li> <li>Your group is your group. Get them better first</li> </ol></li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast on iTunes</a> The Bob Alejo File Assistant AD/Director of Strength and Conditioning Bob Alejo oversees all of the strength and conditioning efforts of the department, and coordinates the day-to-day efforts of the men's basketball team.Prior to joining the Wolfpack staff in April, Alejo served as the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the Oakland A's, a position he also held from 1993-2001. In that role, he was responsible for all aspects of the organization's year-round physical preparation at both the major league and minor league levels. Prior to rejoining the A's, Alejo was the Director of Strength and Conditioning at UC Santa Barbara from 2005-2008. During that time he was also a member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team as strength and conditioning coach for the Gold medal-winning men's beach volleyball team of Todd Rogers and Phil Dalhausser. From 1984-1993, Alejo served as strength and conditioning coach at UCLA where he worked with 23 men's and women's teams, including the men's basketball team while current Wolfpack head coach Mark Gottfried was an assistant coach. During his tenure in Westwood, the Bruins racked up 25 national championships and produced more than 100 All-Americans. Prior to joining the Bruins' staff, Alejo served as strength and conditioning coach for football at his alma mater, Chico State. He earned his B.A. in physical education from Chico State in 1982 and is a member of the Wildcats' Athletic Hall of Fame after a successful baseball <a href="http://career.An" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">career.An</a> accomplished lecturer and author, Alejo is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (through the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certification Commission) and holds the advanced NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach distinction. He has also been elected to three halls of fame: Chico State Athletics, Chico State Baseball (inaugural inductee) and the Chico Professional Baseball "Legends of the Diamond." <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Bob Alejo Interview

Joe Hashey

Joe Hashey Synergy Athletics Fitness Business Empire   Topics Covered in the Podcast How Joe got started    4 Knee Surgeries.... and a lot of questions The Start of Synergy Athletics Transitioning from only athletes to the adult population Psychology of completion    What do need to know to start the training process    What the athlete wants and what the parents think they need The responsibility of college preparation Using communication with coaches as a learning experience    A general look at the training philosophy    Concurrent Periodization with High School and College Athletes Repetition method to prepare for Max effort and dynamic effort Training Athletes vs training lifters Athletes need to know, like, and trust you Understanding bar speed     Relationship Building  Three phases: Individual, family, community Referrals vs giving back  What athletes really need    Appropriate recovery Sleep cycle Travel Teams Nutrition Not a work-ethic issue.... at all    Teaching skills related to the business word    Understanding learning styles Match the mental to the physical goals Uncomfortable equals opportunity for growth    How professional development has evolved  Mature as a business person as much as a training Trainers approach to business vs business owners approach to business The point of diminishing returns Social Media Impact Find people to network with  Training Football Players    Linear periodization for conditioning One good lift in per session, then address weaknesses Training In-season during the off-season Make better at the sport not the work-out    The Best advice for Trainers and Gym Owners  You must be a life-long learner There are people that have done what you want to do  The Joe Hashey File Certified Strength And Conditioning Specialist, NSCA (2007 – present)CPR and AED Certified (2006 – present)Masters in the Arts Of Teaching – Colgate University (2006)   Achievements:Youtube Partner – 8.2 Million Views on Fitness Videos.Men’s Fitness, Contributing Author (2012)Men’s Health, Contributing Author (2012)Speaker NSCA National Conference, Las Vegas (2011 and 2012)Speaker Central Ohio Strength Clinic (2011)Author “Powerful Muscle Recovery Manual” (2011)Speaker NSCA Vermont (2011)Author “Bull Strength Conditioning Manual” (2010)Speaker at Strength Coach 101 (2009)Contributing Author – EliteFts, Straight to the bar, Critical Bench(2008- present)Author “Bull Strength Training Manual” (2008)Secrets of Strength Development Seminar Attendee (2009)Head Modified Baseball Coach (2008 – 2009)High School Assistant Football Coach (2006 – 2009)Strength and Conditioning Coach – Hamilton High School (2005-2006)Semi Professional Football All-Star (2004-2005)Colgate University Football Player (2000-2002) www.elitefts.com

Joe Hashey Synergy Athletics Fitness Business Empire Topics Covered in the Podcast How Joe got started <ol> <li>4 Knee Surgeries.... and a lot of questions</li> <li>The Start of Synergy Athletics</li> <li>Transitioning from only athletes to the adult population</li> <li>Psychology of completion</li> </ol> What do need to know to start the training process <ol> <li>What the athlete wants and what the parents think they need</li> <li>The responsibility of college preparation</li> <li>Using communication with coaches as a learning experience</li> </ol> A general look at the training philosophy <ol> <li>Concurrent Periodization with High School and College Athletes</li> <li>Repetition method to prepare for Max effort and dynamic effort</li> <li>Training Athletes vs training lifters</li> <li>Athletes need to know, like, and trust you</li> <li>Understanding bar speed </li> </ol> Relationship Building <ol> <li>Three phases: Individual, family, community</li> <li>Referrals vs giving back</li> </ol> What athletes really need <ol> <li>Appropriate recovery</li> <li>Sleep cycle</li> <li>Travel Teams</li> <li>Nutrition</li> <li>Not a work-ethic issue.... at all</li> </ol> Teaching skills related to the business word <ol> <li>Understanding learning styles</li> <li>Match the mental to the physical goals</li> <li>Uncomfortable equals opportunity for growth</li> </ol> How professional development has evolved <ol> <li>Mature as a business person as much as a training</li> <li>Trainers approach to business vs business owners approach to business</li> <li>The point of diminishing returns</li> <li>Social Media Impact</li> <li>Find people to network with</li> </ol> Training Football Players <ol> <li>Linear periodization for conditioning</li> <li>One good lift in per session, then address weaknesses</li> <li>Training In-season during the off-season</li> <li>Make better at the sport not the work-out</li> </ol> The Best advice for Trainers and Gym Owners <ol> <li>You must be a life-long learner</li> <li>There are people that have done what you want to do</li> </ol> The Joe Hashey File Certified Strength And Conditioning Specialist, NSCA (2007 – present)CPR and AED Certified (2006 – present)Masters in the Arts Of Teaching – Colgate University (2006) Achievements:Youtube Partner – 8.2 Million Views on Fitness Videos.Men’s Fitness, Contributing Author (2012)Men’s Health, Contributing Author (2012)Speaker NSCA National Conference, Las Vegas (2011 and 2012)Speaker Central Ohio Strength Clinic (2011)Author “Powerful Muscle Recovery Manual” (2011)Speaker NSCA Vermont (2011)Author “Bull Strength Conditioning Manual” (2010)Speaker at Strength Coach 101 (2009)Contributing Author – EliteFts, Straight to the bar, Critical Bench(2008- present)Author “Bull Strength Training Manual” (2008)Secrets of Strength Development Seminar Attendee (2009)Head Modified Baseball Coach (2008 – 2009)High School Assistant Football Coach (2006 – 2009)Strength and Conditioning Coach – Hamilton High School (2005-2006)Semi Professional Football All-Star (2004-2005)Colgate University Football Player (2000-2002) <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Joe Hashey Interview

Fred Eaves

Fred Eaves Director of Wellness and Athletic Performance Battle Ground Academy Topics in this PodcastTopics Covered in this PodcastHow Coach Eaves got started in the profession Taking over a New Program  Assessing the situation  Identifying roadblocks Exceed expectations Under-promise over-deliver  The Multi-Sport Athlete  Over-specialized and under-generalized The correlation between the number of sports played and injury rates The throwback kid: physicality, mentality, and resiliency The benefits of competing in other sports year round  Assessments  Block Zero (Wildcat) assessments The Dynamic Movement Screen Relative strength Movement quality  Scheduling  8-period rotating schedule Tier System for everyone Regressing non-athletes in class Wildcat, white, grey, gold, blue programs Technique then Velocity then Load Counter-culture what the world tells us Do more of what they are not getting  In-Season Adjustments with the Tier System  Manipulating sessions, volume, and intensity In-season: keep high intensity and control the volume Empowering older athletes RPE scales and HS athletes  Programming  Rotating schedules for athletes 30 minute sessions during school hours MWF = Strength training, TH = Movement and Restoration Complex for the strength coach = simple for the kids and coaches Mixed gender versus boys and girls only  Go to Exercises/ Drills  Trap Bar DL OlympicLifts Every situation is unique Overhead Squat Swiss Bar Presses Exercise selection for stress management Baseline with 3 regressions and 3 progressions  Monitoring/ feedback  Why monitor if we can't do the basics  Be the best you that you can be APRE numbers for tracking Can't be numbers driven If you are only looking at the end number, you are not getting the whole picture Fighting against the Culture  Mentoring/ Character Development  The most important aspect of the job Model the behavior Be accessible Transactional versus transformational All you leave behind is how you effect, Trickle down, cyclical Set the legacy Perception is reality Put accountability back on the player  Advice for young coaches  Differentiate yourself Humility It is a unique field.. Sacrifice Bringing others down to build your up Stay in the Eye of the Storm  How to contact you/ social mediaThe Fred Eaves FileFred Eaves is currently the Director of Wellness and Athletic Performance at Battle Ground Academy in Franklin, TN. He has 16 years of experience in the field that includes stops at UT-Chattanooga, the University of Tennessee, and Louisiana State University as well as multiple high schools in the state of Tennessee. Eaves was voted the 2013 Samson Equipment and American Football Monthly Central Region High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. Battle Ground Academy’s Athletic Program has had tremendous success in the last year with state championships in men’s basketball, men’s soccer, Final Four appearances from baseball, women’s soccer, and a State Quarterfinal appearance from the football team. Eaves holds degrees from UT-Chattanooga, Tennessee Tech University, Lincoln Memorial University, and the University of Missouri. He currently serves as the Tennessee State Director for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Coach Fred Eaves is entering his second season as the Defensive Line Coach for the Wildcats.  This is also Coach Eaves 16th year coaching overall. Coach Eaves coached three State Championship football teams and 1 state championship weightlifting team before coming to BGA. In addition to coaching, Coach Eaves is the Wellness and Athletic Performance Coordinator for all BGA students and athletic teams. Coach Eaves has trained 32 NFL Draft picks as well as 10 NCAA All-Americans. Among these players are Jerod Mayo, Arian Foster, and Randall Cobb. Coach Eaves has also been a featured author for American Football Monthly and Gridiron Strategies. He is also a featured speaker at the Hammer Strength clinic series. Coach Eaves has been a strength coach collegiately at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee, and Louisiana State University. He is married to Kristy Eaves and has two step children: Savanna and Grant Allen. - Battle Ground Academy www.elitefts.com

Fred Eaves Director of Wellness and Athletic Performance Battle Ground Academy Topics in this PodcastTopics Covered in this Podcast How Coach Eaves got started in the profession Taking over a New Program <ol> <li>Assessing the situation </li> <li>Identifying roadblocks</li> <li>Exceed expectations</li> <li>Under-promise over-deliver</li> </ol> The Multi-Sport Athlete <ol> <li>Over-specialized and under-generalized</li> <li>The correlation between the number of sports played and injury rates</li> <li>The throwback kid: physicality, mentality, and resiliency</li> <li>The benefits of competing in other sports year round</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Assessments</a> <ol> <li>Block Zero (Wildcat) assessments</li> <li>The Dynamic Movement Screen</li> <li>Relative strength</li> <li>Movement quality</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scheduling</a> <ol> <li>8-period rotating schedule</li> <li>Tier System for everyone</li> <li>Regressing non-athletes in class</li> <li>Wildcat, white, grey, gold, blue programs</li> <li>Technique then Velocity then Load</li> <li>Counter-culture what the world tells us</li> <li>Do more of what they are not getting</li> </ol> In-Season Adjustments with the Tier System <ol> <li>Manipulating sessions, volume, and intensity</li> <li>In-season: keep high intensity and control the volume</li> <li>Empowering older athletes</li> <li>RPE scales and HS athletes</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Programming</a> <ol> <li>Rotating schedules for athletes</li> <li>30 minute sessions during school hours</li> <li>MWF = Strength training, TH = Movement and Restoration</li> <li>Complex for the strength coach = simple for the kids and coaches</li> <li>Mixed gender versus boys and girls only</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Go to Exercises/ Drills</a> <ol> <li>Trap Bar DL</li> <li>OlympicLifts</li> <li>Every situation is unique</li> <li>Overhead Squat</li> <li>Swiss Bar Presses</li> <li>Exercise selection for stress management</li> <li>Baseline with 3 regressions and 3 progressions</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Monitoring/ feedback</a> <ol> <li>Why monitor if we can't do the basics</li> <li> Be the best you that you can be</li> <li>APRE numbers for tracking</li> <li>Can't be numbers driven</li> <li>If you are only looking at the end number, you are not getting the whole picture</li> <li>Fighting against the Culture</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mentoring/ Character Development</a> <ol> <li>The most important aspect of the job</li> <li>Model the behavior</li> <li>Be accessible</li> <li>Transactional versus transformational</li> <li>All you leave behind is how you effect, Trickle down, cyclical</li> <li>Set the legacy</li> <li>Perception is reality</li> <li>Put accountability back on the player</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advice for young coaches</a> <ol> <li>Differentiate yourself</li> <li>Humility</li> <li>It is a unique field.. Sacrifice</li> <li>Bringing others down to build your up</li> <li>Stay in the Eye of the Storm</li> </ol> How to contact you/ social mediaThe Fred Eaves File Fred Eaves is currently the Director of Wellness and Athletic Performance at Battle Ground Academy in Franklin, TN. He has 16 years of experience in the field that includes stops at UT-Chattanooga, the University of Tennessee, and Louisiana State University as well as multiple high schools in the state of Tennessee. Eaves was voted the 2013 Samson Equipment and American Football Monthly Central Region High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. Battle Ground Academy’s Athletic Program has had tremendous success in the last year with state championships in men’s basketball, men’s soccer, Final Four appearances from baseball, women’s soccer, and a State Quarterfinal appearance from the football team. Eaves holds degrees from UT-Chattanooga, Tennessee Tech University, Lincoln Memorial University, and the University of Missouri. He currently serves as the Tennessee State Director for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Coach Fred Eaves is entering his second season as the Defensive Line Coach for the Wildcats.  This is also Coach Eaves 16th year coaching overall. Coach Eaves coached three State Championship football teams and 1 state championship weightlifting team before coming to BGA. In addition to coaching, Coach Eaves is the Wellness and Athletic Performance Coordinator for all BGA students and athletic teams. Coach Eaves has trained 32 NFL Draft picks as well as 10 NCAA All-Americans. Among these players are Jerod Mayo, Arian Foster, and Randall Cobb. Coach Eaves has also been a featured author for American Football Monthly and Gridiron Strategies. He is also a featured speaker at the Hammer Strength clinic series. Coach Eaves has been a strength coach collegiately at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee, and Louisiana State University. He is married to Kristy Eaves and has two step children: Savanna and Grant Allen. - <a href="https://www.battlegroundacademy.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Battle Ground Academy</a> <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Fred Eaves Interview

Mark McLaughlin

Mark McLaughlin  Physical Preperation Coach Owner of Performance Training Center  Topics Covered in this Podcast Mark's Journey  Catastrophic injuries in youth athletics 3 cases that got Mark's attention to research training Individual Training to Volunteer to Facility Owner  Assessments  Extensive medical questionnaire Subjective information form athlete: What are your goals Omegawave assessments Warm-up and performance testing Sports Specific Conditioning Strength Assessments How much time are they willing to train?  Balancing the athletes schedule with training  Number of games, fitness level, particular team or coach  Communication with Sport Coaches  Educating parents and the athletes to avoid The Training is only one part of it Recovering is a crucial aspect Recovery need s to be individualized and personalized Recovery becoming natural Avoid glycolytic and lactic environments Allowing athletes to recover naturally HRV Fight or Flight vs. Rest and Relax  Training Youth Athletes  Ban AAU Basketball and youth club sport games Educate coaches and parents A Platform for the education process Can science give us the data we need Governing bodies  Long Term Athletic Development Model  The coaches don't have the tools to manage the process Education for when is the right and wrong time Differences between males and females The Formula 1 Analogy  HRV and other technology  Charlie Francis observation of Ben Johnson Jay Schroeder Auto-regulation Coaches becoming great listeners Technology to embody the mission statement Buddy Morris, Tom Myslinski and the Omega Wave Observation plus training methodologies Learn from other coaches and how they implement their programs  Athlete Buy-In  Quality trumps quantity Reducing Injuries in Athletes Educating parents and athletes on playing sport year-round Reducing games = reducing injuries Consistency of being active Helmets on before 9th grade? Concussions reducing exposures Best practices in terms of techniques   What Athletes Need to Work on  Running technique can fix itself depending on age Jumping, landing, bounding, etc Strength training: single leg bodyweight movement first Squat, Deadlift, Depth Jumps, etc. when the athlete is ready Its not the exercises but how they are integrated  The best advice for young coaches  Be extremely open on everything Best practices of the most successful companies Develop a deep passion for learning Communication by embodies your values and must connect with a multitude of work  The Mark McLaughlin File   Founder of Performance Training Center. Mark attended college at the College of Sante’Fe in New Mexico. He is a native Oregonian currently living in Portland. His passion of all athletics flourished throughout his teen years. He participated and competed on various teams and in a variety of sports. Through his years of participation in sports and later in his education, Mark developed a deep commitment not just to sport but also to the complete well being of the athlete. This passion and commitment leads to continual self-education in the field of athletic performance enhancement. Mark has been active in the field of athletic performance enhancement since 1997. Mark has trained over 700 athletes on every competitive level ranging from Olympic, professional (NFL, MLB, CFL), college, high school and grade school athletes. As well as working with individual athletes, Mark works and consults with professional organizations (NFL, MLB, NBA), NCAA universities, high school, club, and youth sport organizations. In addition to Mark’s training and consulting services, he conducts speaking engagements with various organizations locally, nationally as well as internationally. www.elitefts.com

Mark McLaughlin <ul> <li>Physical Preperation Coach</li> <li>Owner of Performance Training Center</li> </ul> Topics Covered in this Podcast Mark's Journey <ol> <li>Catastrophic injuries in youth athletics</li> <li>3 cases that got Mark's attention to research training</li> <li>Individual Training to Volunteer to Facility Owner</li> </ol> Assessments <ol> <li>Extensive medical questionnaire</li> <li>Subjective information form athlete: What are your goals</li> <li>Omegawave assessments</li> <li>Warm-up and performance testing</li> <li>Sports Specific Conditioning</li> <li>Strength Assessments</li> <li>How much time are they willing to train?</li> </ol> Balancing the athletes schedule with training <ol> <li>Number of games, fitness level, particular team or coach</li> </ol> Communication with Sport Coaches <ol> <li>Educating parents and the athletes to avoid</li> <li>The Training is only one part of it</li> <li>Recovering is a crucial aspect</li> <li>Recovery need s to be individualized and personalized</li> <li>Recovery becoming natural</li> <li>Avoid glycolytic and lactic environments</li> <li>Allowing athletes to recover naturally</li> <li>HRV Fight or Flight vs. Rest and Relax</li> </ol> Training Youth Athletes <ol> <li>Ban AAU Basketball and youth club sport games</li> <li>Educate coaches and parents</li> <li>A Platform for the education process</li> <li>Can science give us the data we need</li> <li>Governing bodies</li> </ol> Long Term Athletic Development Model <ol> <li>The coaches don't have the tools to manage the process</li> <li>Education for when is the right and wrong time</li> <li>Differences between males and females</li> <li>The Formula 1 Analogy</li> </ol> HRV and other technology <ol> <li>Charlie Francis observation of Ben Johnson</li> <li>Jay Schroeder Auto-regulation</li> <li>Coaches becoming great listeners</li> <li>Technology to embody the mission statement</li> <li>Buddy Morris, Tom Myslinski and the Omega Wave</li> <li>Observation plus training methodologies</li> <li>Learn from other coaches and how they implement their programs</li> </ol> Athlete Buy-In <ol> <li>Quality trumps quantity</li> <li>Reducing Injuries in Athletes</li> <li>Educating parents and athletes on playing sport year-round</li> <li>Reducing games = reducing injuries</li> <li>Consistency of being active</li> <li>Helmets on before 9th grade?</li> <li>Concussions reducing exposures</li> <li>Best practices in terms of techniques</li> </ol>  What Athletes Need to Work on <ol> <li>Running technique can fix itself depending on age</li> <li>Jumping, landing, bounding, etc</li> <li>Strength training: single leg bodyweight movement first</li> <li>Squat, Deadlift, Depth Jumps, etc. when the athlete is ready</li> <li>Its not the exercises but how they are integrated</li> </ol> The best advice for young coaches <ol> <li>Be extremely open on everything</li> <li>Best practices of the most successful companies</li> <li>Develop a deep passion for learning</li> <li>Communication by embodies your values and must connect with a multitude of work</li> </ol> The Mark McLaughlin File Founder of Performance Training Center. Mark attended college at the College of Sante’Fe in New Mexico. He is a native Oregonian currently living in Portland. His passion of all athletics flourished throughout his teen years. He participated and competed on various teams and in a variety of sports. Through his years of participation in sports and later in his education, Mark developed a deep commitment not just to sport but also to the complete well being of the athlete. This passion and commitment leads to continual self-education in the field of athletic performance enhancement. Mark has been active in the field of athletic performance enhancement since 1997. Mark has trained over 700 athletes on every competitive level ranging from Olympic, professional (NFL, MLB, CFL), college, high school and grade school athletes. As well as working with individual athletes, Mark works and consults with professional organizations (NFL, MLB, NBA), NCAA universities, high school, club, and youth sport organizations. In addition to Mark’s training and consulting services, he conducts speaking engagements with various organizations locally, nationally as well as internationally. <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

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Chris Doyle

Chris DoyleHead Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach for FootballUniversity of Iowa Topics Covered in This PodcastHow Coach Doyle got started Strength &amp; Conditioning and Football Same characteristics lead to success for any coach Sport Coach - Strength Coach RelationshipBiggest area of concern with 1st year players Be on Time, Listen-learn-apply, and work hard Teach athletes how to think Counter the recruiting process Adopt the team mindset We create habits and our habit creates us Teaching the programAssessments Hybrid to FMS, back to a hybrid assessment Commonalities of Corrections The stack joint approachBasic Off-Season Template The mistake of peaking everything at once 3 phases of the off-season Speed Training set-up Higher exposure, shorter volume Competitive Speed work. Measure it, rank it, post itExercise Selection Exercises must be: ground based, multi-joint,  and three-dimensional Five different levels in the program Block Periodization with older athletesIn-Season concernsTwo different groups are either playing or notIt's important to know who we are Iowa Football We don't find talent we build it How little can we train and still gain in-season Technology to Modifying behavior vs modifying training Uncommon discipline, uncommon maturityDeveloping rapport with athletes Everybody wants someone to believe in. Our job is to get people to believe in themselves - Dan Gable Flexibility with athletes Never allow your athletes to set the standards they don't know what they're capable of - Joe Moore Get in the rack and not hiding in your officeStaff Development Coach has learned more from his staff than they learned from him Read together, program together, think together Loyalty through the intern programAdvice for young coaches Maintain a beginners mindset How thirsty are you for knowledge? Read on a variety of subjects Go and visit good people Watch the best work in your field We don't coach weights we coach people - Johnny Parker Want to get paid well, offer something money cant buy Successful people aren't innovators they are early adapters - Mike BoyleThe Chris Doyle FileChris Doyle is in his 16th year as strength and conditioning coach for the University of Iowa football program. As the head of Iowa's strength and conditioning program, Doyle has helped the Hawkeye program participate in 11 bowl games since 2001, including the 2014 Outback Bowl. The Hawkeyes posted an 8-5 overall record in 2013, including a 5-3 Big Ten record to tie for second in the Legends Division. The Hawkeyes won bowl games following the 2008, 2009 and 2010 seasons, defeating ranked opponents in both 2009 and 2010. The Hawkeyes have ranked in the final top 10 of both major polls four times in the past 12 seasons. Iowa has appeared in seven January bowl games since 2001. The Hawkeyes have won 6-of-11 bowl games under Kirk Ferentz and his staff, including four January bowl victories. The January Bowl wins have come over Florida (2004 Outback), LSU (2005 Capital One), South Carolina (2009 Outback) and Georgia Tech (2010 Orange). Iowa has won 97 games over the past 12 seasons, including 57 Big Ten games. The Hawkeyes earned a share of the Big Ten title in both 2002 and 2004 and tied for second in 2009. Iowa has finished in the Big Ten's first division in 11 of the past 13 years. Doyle is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCCa). He was presented with the certification of Master Strength and Conditioning Coach in May, 2013. The certification is considered the highest honor that can be achieved in the coaching profession of Strength and Conditioning, and represents professionalism, knowledge, experience, expertise and longevity in the field. The NSCA named Doyle the Big Ten Strength Coach of the Year in 1999. He was one of 20 nominees for the Professional of the Year Award, given annually and selected by the NSCA membership. The award recognizes college professionals who have shown excellence in strength training and conditioning programs. He served as director of strength and conditioning for the University of Utah in 1998. Under Doyle's direction the Utah basketball team played in the national championship game. While in Utah, Doyle also served as state director for the NSCA. Doyle was assistant strength and conditioning coach at the University of Wisconsin from 1996-98. He oversaw the training programs for football and hockey teams during this time. The Badger football team participated in two bowl games (Copper and Outback) and the hockey team won the WCHA championship during his tenure. As a strength and conditioning professional, Doyle has tutored 180 student-athletes who have advanced to the professional ranks in the NFL, NHL and NBA. Iowa has had a total of 40 players selected in the past 10 NFL drafts, including six in each of the 2010, 2011 and 2012 drafts, and three in the most recent NFL Draft. Overall, 49 Iowa players have been drafted in the past 12 years, with six first round selections and nine players being selected among the top 50 picks. In addition, 53 additional Hawkeye players signed free agent contracts in the past 10 years. Iowa, since 2003, has seen five former walk-ons selected in the NFL Draft. Over the past 12 years, 114 of 128 (89 percent) of Iowa's senior starters were selected in the NFL Draft or signed to an NFL free agent contract. Six Hawkeyes were selected in the 2012 NFL Draft, while six additional seniors signed free agent contracts immediately following the draft. Iowa and Alabama were the only two programs to have a first round draft selection in three consecutive years (2010-12). Doyle has mentored 49 former assistants who have advanced in the field of Strength and Conditioning, with 19 becoming head strength and conditioning coaches. Doyle served as offensive line coach at Holy Cross from 1992-95. He also worked as a graduate assistant at Notre Dame in 1991 and Syracuse in 1990. Notre Dame won the 1992 Sugar Bowl following the 1991 season and Syracuse won the 1990 Aloha Bowl. Doyle was a three-year starter on the offensive line at Boston University from 1986-88. He served as a student assistant for the football program there in 1989. Chris earned his B.S. in human movement from Boston University in 1990 and his M.Ed. in education from Boston University in 1991. Doyle was born June 30, 1968. Chris is from Quincy, Massachusetts, and attended Boston College High School. He was inducted into the Boston College High School Hall of Fame in November, 2004. Chris and his wife, Tia, have three sons, Declan, Donovan and Dillon. Strength and Conditioning Mission StatementThe University of Iowa Football Program is committed to providing the ultimate training experience for each student-athlete. Our focus is to build the total athlete while reducing the risk of injury through individual evaluation and program design. Developing strong relationships with each athlete is a fundamental building block essential to the success of Iowa Football. Doyle's Coaching CareerIowa Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach, 1999-presentUtah Director of Strength &amp; Conditioning, 1998Wisconsin Assistant Strength Coach, 1996-97Holy Cross Offensive Line Coach, 1992-95Notre Dame Graduate Assistant, 1991Syracuse Graduate Assistant, 1990

Chris Doyle Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach for Football University of Iowa   Topics Covered in This Podcast How Coach Doyle got started <ol> <li>Strength &amp; Conditioning and Football</li> <li>Same characteristics lead to success for any coach</li> <li>Sport Coach - Strength Coach Relationship</li></ol>Biggest area of concern with 1st year players <ol> <li>Be on Time, Listen-learn-apply, and work hard</li> <li>Teach athletes how to think</li> <li>Counter the recruiting process</li> <li>Adopt the team mindset</li> <li>We create habits and our habit creates us</li> <li>Teaching the program</li></ol>Assessments <ol> <li>Hybrid to FMS, back to a hybrid assessment</li> <li>Commonalities of Corrections</li> <li>The stack joint approach</li></ol>Basic Off-Season Template <ol> <li>The mistake of peaking everything at once</li> <li>3 phases of the off-season</li> <li>Speed Training set-up</li> <li>Higher exposure, shorter volume</li> <li>Competitive Speed work. Measure it, rank it, post it</li></ol>Exercise Selection <ol> <li>Exercises must be: ground based, multi-joint,  and three-dimensional</li> <li>Five different levels in the program</li> <li>Block Periodization with older athletes</li></ol>In-Season concerns Two different groups are either playing or not It's important to know who we are   Iowa Football <ol> <li>We don't find talent we build it</li> <li>How little can we train and still gain in-season</li> <li>Technology to Modifying behavior vs modifying training</li> <li>Uncommon discipline, uncommon maturity</li></ol>Developing rapport with athletes <ol> <li>Everybody wants someone to believe in. Our job is to get people to believe in themselves - Dan Gable</li> <li>Flexibility with athletes</li> <li>Never allow your athletes to set the standards they don't know what they're capable of - Joe Moore</li> <li>Get in the rack and not hiding in your office</li></ol>Staff Development <ol> <li>Coach has learned more from his staff than they learned from him</li> <li>Read together, program together, think together</li> <li>Loyalty through the intern program</li></ol>Advice for young coaches <ol> <li>Maintain a beginners mindset</li> <li>How thirsty are you for knowledge?</li> <li>Read on a variety of subjects</li> <li>Go and visit good people</li> <li>Watch the best work in your field</li> <li>We don't coach weights we coach people - Johnny Parker</li> <li>Want to get paid well, offer something money cant buy</li> <li>Successful people aren't innovators they are early adapters - Mike Boyle</li></ol>The Chris Doyle File Chris Doyle is in his 16th year as strength and conditioning coach for the University of Iowa football program. As the head of Iowa's strength and conditioning program, Doyle has helped the Hawkeye program participate in 11 bowl games since 2001, including the 2014 Outback Bowl. The Hawkeyes posted an 8-5 overall record in 2013, including a 5-3 Big Ten record to tie for second in the Legends Division. The Hawkeyes won bowl games following the 2008, 2009 and 2010 seasons, defeating ranked opponents in both 2009 and 2010. The Hawkeyes have ranked in the final top 10 of both major polls four times in the past 12 seasons. Iowa has appeared in seven January bowl games since 2001. The Hawkeyes have won 6-of-11 bowl games under Kirk Ferentz and his staff, including four January bowl victories. The January Bowl wins have come over Florida (2004 Outback), LSU (2005 Capital One), South Carolina (2009 Outback) and Georgia Tech (2010 Orange). Iowa has won 97 games over the past 12 seasons, including 57 Big Ten games. The Hawkeyes earned a share of the Big Ten title in both 2002 and 2004 and tied for second in 2009. Iowa has finished in the Big Ten's first division in 11 of the past 13 years. Doyle is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCCa). He was presented with the certification of Master Strength and Conditioning Coach in May, 2013. The certification is considered the highest honor that can be achieved in the coaching profession of Strength and Conditioning, and represents professionalism, knowledge, experience, expertise and longevity in the field. The NSCA named Doyle the Big Ten Strength Coach of the Year in 1999. He was one of 20 nominees for the Professional of the Year Award, given annually and selected by the NSCA membership. The award recognizes college professionals who have shown excellence in strength training and conditioning programs. He served as director of strength and conditioning for the University of Utah in 1998. Under Doyle's direction the Utah basketball team played in the national championship game. While in Utah, Doyle also served as state director for the NSCA. Doyle was assistant strength and conditioning coach at the University of Wisconsin from 1996-98. He oversaw the training programs for football and hockey teams during this time. The Badger football team participated in two bowl games (Copper and Outback) and the hockey team won the WCHA championship during his tenure. As a strength and conditioning professional, Doyle has tutored 180 student-athletes who have advanced to the professional ranks in the NFL, NHL and NBA. Iowa has had a total of 40 players selected in the past 10 NFL drafts, including six in each of the 2010, 2011 and 2012 drafts, and three in the most recent NFL Draft. Overall, 49 Iowa players have been drafted in the past 12 years, with six first round selections and nine players being selected among the top 50 picks. In addition, 53 additional Hawkeye players signed free agent contracts in the past 10 years. Iowa, since 2003, has seen five former walk-ons selected in the NFL Draft. Over the past 12 years, 114 of 128 (89 percent) of Iowa's senior starters were selected in the NFL Draft or signed to an NFL free agent contract. Six Hawkeyes were selected in the 2012 NFL Draft, while six additional seniors signed free agent contracts immediately following the draft. Iowa and Alabama were the only two programs to have a first round draft selection in three consecutive years (2010-12). Doyle has mentored 49 former assistants who have advanced in the field of Strength and Conditioning, with 19 becoming head strength and conditioning coaches. Doyle served as offensive line coach at Holy Cross from 1992-95. He also worked as a graduate assistant at Notre Dame in 1991 and Syracuse in 1990. Notre Dame won the 1992 Sugar Bowl following the 1991 season and Syracuse won the 1990 Aloha Bowl. Doyle was a three-year starter on the offensive line at Boston University from 1986-88. He served as a student assistant for the football program there in 1989. Chris earned his B.S. in human movement from Boston University in 1990 and his M.Ed. in education from Boston University in 1991. Doyle was born June 30, 1968. Chris is from Quincy, Massachusetts, and attended Boston College High School. He was inducted into the Boston College High School Hall of Fame in November, 2004. Chris and his wife, Tia, have three sons, Declan, Donovan and Dillon. Strength and Conditioning Mission StatementThe University of Iowa Football Program is committed to providing the ultimate training experience for each student-athlete. Our focus is to build the total athlete while reducing the risk of injury through individual evaluation and program design. Developing strong relationships with each athlete is a fundamental building block essential to the success of Iowa Football. Doyle's Coaching CareerIowa Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach, 1999-presentUtah Director of Strength &amp; Conditioning, 1998Wisconsin Assistant Strength Coach, 1996-97Holy Cross Offensive Line Coach, 1992-95Notre Dame Graduate Assistant, 1991Syracuse Graduate Assistant, 1990

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Evan Marcus

Evan Marcus Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Minnesota Vikings Topics Covered in this Podcast How Coach Marcus got started  Getting an edge in athletics D3 to DI Meeting Rock Gullickson Not just Xs and Os but communicating with Athletes  Challenges at coaching at the professional level. No matter what level, coaches are there to help athletes Character Development Your assessments, the biggest issues you face with athletes  Don't assume anything Breaking everything down to its implest terms   Communication with private sector coaches  Player would preferably train with former college coaches Expectations with more buy-in  Communication with the Medical Staff  Point A to point B Overall goals for the players  Training before and during OTAs  Working with professionals Knowing what to expect "Go-to" exercises with progressions and regressions Giving freedom to choose exercises Focusing on movement speed for older athletes  In-season training  Maintain = good enough Being the strongest during the season  Technology in terms of readiness Staff development  No mixed messages for athletes The trust factor with staff Everyone believes in the same things  Advice for young strength coaches.  Just because you are in the NFL doesn't make you a good strength coach Taking advantage opportunities Young coaches don't want to pay their dues Trying out what you read   The Evan Marcus File Having joined the Vikings in 2014 as Head Strength and Conditioning coach, Evan Marcus enters his 9th NFL season this fall and has been in the field for 25 seasons. In Marcus’ first offseason with the Vikings, he oversaw a complete transformation of the club’s weight training facility and revamped the strength and conditioning philosophies. Under Marcus’ direction, the club now uses a free weight based program, which places an emphasis on power, speed and quickness. During his NFL career, Marcus has been a part of 2 Division Champions- New Orleans in 2000 and Miami in 2008. The 2000 Saints won their NFC Wild Card playoff game over St. Louis at the Superdome to give the franchise their 1st playoff win in the 34-year history of the club before advancing to the NFC Divisional Round against Minnesota. The NFC West title for the Saints was their 1st since the 1991 season and marked the 1st winning season for the club in 8 years. The 2008 Dolphins went 11-5 to win the AFC East, completing one of the great turnarounds in NFL history after going 1-15 the previous season. The 10-win improvement tied the biggest single-season jump in NFL history. The AFC East championship was the Dolphins’ 1st Division title since 2000. Marcus oversaw strength and conditioning efforts at Virginia from 2011-13 as Director of Football Training and Player Development for the Cavaliers, marking his second stint in Charlottesville, the first coming as Head Strength Coach from 2003-06. Combined with his leadership at UVA, Marcus was head strength coach for the Miami Dolphins from 2008-10 and held the same position in 2007 with the Atlanta Falcons, where he worked with then DC Mike Zimmer. Marcus began his NFL coaching tenure from 2000-02 as an assistant with the New Orleans Saints. His start in the field came at the college level with positions at Arizona State (1991-92), Rutgers (1993), Maryland (1994), Texas (1995-97) and Louisville (1998-99). A 1990 graduate of Ithaca College, Marcus earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise science. As a student-athlete he lettered 3 times as an OL with the Bombers and was a starter on the NCAA Division III national championship team in 1988. A native of Union, NJ, Marcus attended Cranford High School. He earned his master’s degree at Arizona State in 1992. Marcus and wife, Lori, have a son, Jake, and daughter, Anna. Bio from Minnesota Vikings

Evan Marcus Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Minnesota Vikings Topics Covered in this Podcast How Coach Marcus got started <ol> <li>Getting an edge in athletics</li> <li>D3 to DI</li> <li>Meeting Rock Gullickson</li> <li>Not just Xs and Os but communicating with Athletes</li> </ol> Challenges at coaching at the professional level. No matter what level, coaches are there to help athletes Character Development Your assessments, the biggest issues you face with athletes <ol> <li>Don't assume anything</li> <li>Breaking everything down to its implest terms </li> </ol> Communication with private sector coaches <ol> <li>Player would preferably train with former college coaches</li> <li>Expectations with more buy-in</li> </ol> Communication with the Medical Staff <ol> <li>Point A to point B</li> <li>Overall goals for the players</li> </ol> Training before and during OTAs <ol> <li>Working with professionals</li> <li>Knowing what to expect</li> <li>"Go-to" exercises with progressions and regressions</li> <li>Giving freedom to choose exercises</li> <li>Focusing on movement speed for older athletes</li> </ol> In-season training <ol> <li>Maintain = good enough</li> <li>Being the strongest during the season</li> </ol> Technology in terms of readiness Staff development <ol> <li>No mixed messages for athletes</li> <li>The trust factor with staff</li> <li>Everyone believes in the same things</li> </ol> Advice for young strength coaches. <ol> <li>Just because you are in the NFL doesn't make you a good strength coach</li> <li>Taking advantage opportunities</li> <li>Young coaches don't want to pay their dues</li> <li>Trying out what you read</li> </ol>  The Evan Marcus File Having joined the Vikings in 2014 as Head Strength and Conditioning coach, Evan Marcus enters his 9th NFL season this fall and has been in the field for 25 seasons. In Marcus’ first offseason with the Vikings, he oversaw a complete transformation of the club’s weight training facility and revamped the strength and conditioning philosophies. Under Marcus’ direction, the club now uses a free weight based program, which places an emphasis on power, speed and quickness. During his NFL career, Marcus has been a part of 2 Division Champions- New Orleans in 2000 and Miami in 2008. The 2000 Saints won their NFC Wild Card playoff game over St. Louis at the Superdome to give the franchise their 1st playoff win in the 34-year history of the club before advancing to the NFC Divisional Round against Minnesota. The NFC West title for the Saints was their 1st since the 1991 season and marked the 1st winning season for the club in 8 years. The 2008 Dolphins went 11-5 to win the AFC East, completing one of the great turnarounds in NFL history after going 1-15 the previous season. The 10-win improvement tied the biggest single-season jump in NFL history. The AFC East championship was the Dolphins’ 1st Division title since 2000. Marcus oversaw strength and conditioning efforts at Virginia from 2011-13 as Director of Football Training and Player Development for the Cavaliers, marking his second stint in Charlottesville, the first coming as Head Strength Coach from 2003-06. Combined with his leadership at UVA, Marcus was head strength coach for the Miami Dolphins from 2008-10 and held the same position in 2007 with the Atlanta Falcons, where he worked with then DC Mike Zimmer. Marcus began his NFL coaching tenure from 2000-02 as an assistant with the New Orleans Saints. His start in the field came at the college level with positions at Arizona State (1991-92), Rutgers (1993), Maryland (1994), Texas (1995-97) and Louisville (1998-99). A 1990 graduate of Ithaca College, Marcus earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise science. As a student-athlete he lettered 3 times as an OL with the Bombers and was a starter on the NCAA Division III national championship team in 1988. A native of Union, NJ, Marcus attended Cranford High School. He earned his master’s degree at Arizona State in 1992. Marcus and wife, Lori, have a son, Jake, and daughter, Anna. Bio from Minnesota Vikings

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Tobias Jacobi

Tobias Jacobi  Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Assistant Football Caoch Teacher  Strong Rock Christian School Topics Covered in this Podcast  The Journey The family sacrifice Gong from a a head position Dealing with being let go Being humble and You cannot be successful without an ego in this profession Becoming a better coach by fitting in with other coaches The transition from college to high school The multi-sport athletes Parents vs sport coaches Getting kids strong in limited time As little specialization as possible Consistency is king Box Squats for all athletes Chris Doyle and programming Assessments for athletes Coach Jacoby's 5 Specific Assessments What a typical training week looks like What Coach Coach Jacoby wants all his athletes to talk with him Taking pride in your last name Implementing a leadership program Communicating with Sport coaches and parents Face-time is vitally important Have the best interest of the athlete in mind E-Mail is the devil Get out of the weight room If the only time coaches see you is in the weightrom than that is all you will ever be to them. Advice for young coaches Figure out what you don't know and learn it. Call or visit the best coaches in the industry  Tobias Jacobi FilePast Job ExperienceStrong Rock Christian School; May 2014 - Current East Carolina University; January 2012-May 2014 Charleston Southern; May 2008-January 2012 Kent State; July 2006-April 2008 Western Carolina University; July 2002-July 2006 Elon University; June 2001-July 2002 North Carolina Chapel Hill; August 2000-May 2001 Cumberland University; November 1999-August 2000EducationCumberland University B.S. Physical Education 2000 minor Healthwww.elitefts.com

Tobias Jacobi <ul> <li>Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach</li> <li>Assistant Football Caoch</li> <li>Teacher</li> </ul> Strong Rock Christian School Topics Covered in this Podcast <ol> <li>The Journey</li> <li>The family sacrifice</li> <li>Gong from a a head position</li> <li>Dealing with being let go</li> <li>Being humble and</li> <li>You cannot be successful without an ego in this profession</li> <li>Becoming a better coach by fitting in with other coaches</li> <li>The transition from college to high school</li> <li>The multi-sport athletes</li> <li>Parents vs sport coaches</li> <li>Getting kids strong in limited time</li> <li>As little specialization as possible</li> <li>Consistency is king</li> <li>Box Squats for all athletes</li> <li>Chris Doyle and programming</li> <li>Assessments for athletes</li> <li>Coach Jacoby's 5 Specific Assessments</li> <li>What a typical training week looks like</li> <li>What Coach Coach Jacoby wants all his athletes to talk with him</li> <li>Taking pride in your last name</li> <li>Implementing a leadership program</li> <li>Communicating with Sport coaches and parents</li> <li>Face-time is vitally important</li> <li>Have the best interest of the athlete in mind</li> <li>E-Mail is the devil</li> <li>Get out of the weight room</li> <li>If the only time coaches see you is in the weightrom than that is all you will ever be to them.</li> <li>Advice for young coaches</li> <li>Figure out what you don't know and learn it.</li> <li>Call or visit the best coaches in the industry</li> </ol> Tobias Jacobi FilePast Job ExperienceStrong Rock Christian School; May 2014 - Current East Carolina University; January 2012-May 2014 Charleston Southern; May 2008-January 2012 Kent State; July 2006-April 2008 Western Carolina University; July 2002-July 2006 Elon University; June 2001-July 2002 North Carolina Chapel Hill; August 2000-May 2001 Cumberland University; November 1999-August 2000EducationCumberland University B.S. Physical Education 2000 minor Health <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

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Mike Boyle

Mike Boyle Mike Boyle Strength &amp; Conditioning   Topics Covered in this Podcast The Beginnings How Coach Boyle got his Start Having Mike Woicik as a roommate Appointing himself as the BU Strength Coach Training Training for Hockey Getting strong is getting strong regardless of sport Why there is a steroid problem in Track &amp; Field Defining strength in an unconventional way Unilateral Training for Sports The Bilateral deficit research The influence of Mark Verstagen How a coach defines strong vs what is strong for their sports Youth Training What we are doing wrong The Matheny Manifesto The 10,000 Rule Greg Rose's Cyclone Circuit Basic Motor Qualities Early Specialization Soccer in Brazil and Baseball in the Dominican The number 1 problem in youth sports....the parents The responsibility of the strength coach Staff Development Pick the Right People Get people that want to work Educating through a solid set of resources Book club for professional development Making the coaches do the workout Advice for Young Coaches Unlike the rest of the business world Make yourself invaluable Whats our conversation going to be like when I see you Recommending coaches for future jobs Contact Info   The Michael Boyle File   Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training and general fitness. He currently spends his time lecturing, teaching, training and writing. In 1996 Michael co founded Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, one of the first for-profit strength and conditioning companies in the world. Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning exists for one reason: to provide performance enhancement training for athletes of all levels. Athletes trained range from junior high school students to All Stars in almost every major professional sport.   Prior to Co- founding Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, Michael served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Boston University for 15 years, also for the past 25 years he been  the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Men's Ice Hockey at Boston University.  Mike also was the Boston Red Sox  strength and conditioning coach in 2013 that won the World Series. In addition to his duties at Boston University and the Red Sox, from 1991-1999 Boyle served as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League. Michael was also the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the 1998 US Women's Olympic Ice Hockey Team, Gold Medalists in Nagano and 2014 Silver medalists in Sochi, and served as a consultant in the development of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan.   Michael has been a featured speaker at numerous strength and conditioning and athletic training clinics across the world and has produced 20 instructional videos in the area of strength and conditioning available through M-F Athletic. Michael has also lectured all over the world. In addition, Michael published Functional Training for Sports for Human Kinetics Publishers. Mike and his wife Cindy have 2 children, Michaela and Mark and reside in Reading. Courtesy of MBSC

Mike Boyle Mike Boyle Strength &amp; Conditioning Topics Covered in this Podcast The Beginnings How Coach Boyle got his Start Having Mike Woicik as a roommate Appointing himself as the BU Strength Coach Training Training for Hockey Getting strong is getting strong regardless of sport Why there is a steroid problem in Track &amp; Field Defining strength in an unconventional way Unilateral Training for Sports The Bilateral deficit research The influence of Mark Verstagen How a coach defines strong vs what is strong for their sports Youth Training What we are doing wrong The Matheny Manifesto The 10,000 Rule Greg Rose's Cyclone Circuit Basic Motor Qualities Early Specialization Soccer in Brazil and Baseball in the Dominican The number 1 problem in youth sports....the parents The responsibility of the strength coach Staff Development Pick the Right People Get people that want to work Educating through a solid set of resources Book club for professional development Making the coaches do the workout Advice for Young Coaches Unlike the rest of the business world Make yourself invaluable Whats our conversation going to be like when I see you Recommending coaches for future jobs Contact Info The Michael Boyle File Michael Boyle is one of the foremost experts in the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Functional Training and general fitness. He currently spends his time lecturing, teaching, training and writing. In 1996 Michael co founded Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, one of the first for-profit strength and conditioning companies in the world. Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning exists for one reason: to provide performance enhancement training for athletes of all levels. Athletes trained range from junior high school students to All Stars in almost every major professional sport. Prior to Co- founding Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, Michael served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Boston University for 15 years, also for the past 25 years he been  the Strength and Conditioning Coach for Men's Ice Hockey at Boston University.  Mike also was the Boston Red Sox  strength and conditioning coach in 2013 that won the World Series. In addition to his duties at Boston University and the Red Sox, from 1991-1999 Boyle served as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League. Michael was also the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the 1998 US Women's Olympic Ice Hockey Team, Gold Medalists in Nagano and 2014 Silver medalists in Sochi, and served as a consultant in the development of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michael has been a featured speaker at numerous strength and conditioning and athletic training clinics across the world and has produced 20 instructional videos in the area of strength and conditioning available through M-F Athletic. Michael has also lectured all over the world. In addition, Michael published Functional Training for Sports for Human Kinetics Publishers. Mike and his wife Cindy have 2 children, Michaela and Mark and reside in Reading. Courtesy of MBSC

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Ted Perlak

Ted Perlak Assistant Athletic Director for Strength &amp; Conditioning University of Delaware  How Ted Got Started in Development of Your Staff Sport Coach Relationships Starting Over of as a New Coach Durability Five Things every coach wants and every athlete needs Adjusting the facility Communication at the beginning of the year to add buy-in The lost art of technique Not what you emphasis it what you tolerate and what you allow Its about Progress The Four "Knows" of Programming Why you Eat the Frog First Fitting exercises in the Training template Back to Front Approach The Conjugated Tier System under Prilepin's Table Training Schedules Two 2-Week Microcycle Collision vs Contact vs Non-Contact Sports Preparing for Practice Using Velocity Based Training In-Season SS Yoke bar and Chains for squat progressions Expecting the Worse to be surprised Nutrition with Athletes The added benefits of Velocity based Training What is the biggest challenge with Freshman What Coach Perlak does to make himself a better coach The internet and strength &amp; conditioning There are two types of strength coaches Advice for Young Strength Coaches What Ted Learned from Joe DeFranco Personalities and Communications  Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast on iTunes Articles by Ted Perlak The Ted Perlak File Ted Perlak, who spent the last 12 years as a strength &amp; conditioning coach at the NCAA Division I level, has been named head strength and conditioning coach at the University of Delaware, Director of Athletics and Recreation Services Eric Ziady announced Friday. Perlak, who most recently worked as strength &amp; conditioning coach at Colonial Athletic Association newcomer Elon University, will begin his tenure at Delaware on May 19. “We are excited to have Ted join the Blue Hens family and serve as the leader of our strength and conditioning program,” said Ziady. “This position is critical to the success of our athletics teams here at Delaware and we are confident that Ted’s knowledge and innovation in this area along with his hard work and dedication will help prepare our student-athletes for great success on the playing fields.” At Delaware, Perlak will be responsible for the strength and conditioning efforts for Delaware's 21 sports programs and nearly 600 student-athletes, designing and implementing strength and conditioning plans for all of the Blue Hen men's and women's athletic teams. His primary role will be working with the UD football and volleyball programs. “It’s a great honor to be named the head strength &amp; conditioning coach at the University of Delaware,” said Perlak. “During the interview process I had the opportunity to see the vision of the administration and it is something I’m excited to be a part of. The opportunity to work with Coach (Dave) Brock and his staff along with all the other coaches makes this 100 percent a place my family and I want to be. I can’t wait to get started.” Perlak spent the 2013-14 season at Elon, a current member of the Southern Conference that sponsors 17 intercollegiate sports, including football. The Phoenix will join the CAA as a full-time member in all sports this fall. “I am really excited to welcome Ted and his family to the University of Delaware,” said Brock, who will begin his second season as head coach this fall. “This hire represents a great opportunity to upgrade one of the most critical areas of all successful football programs. I can't wait for Ted to get going with our players as we enter the summer phase of our strength and conditioning.” Perak previously spent eight seasons at Fordham University, including the last six seasons as the head strength and conditioning coach. While at the Bronx, N.Y. school, he worked closely with the football, basketball, soccer, softball, and track and field teams. Prior to his stint at Fordham, Perlak served as the director of strength and conditioning at Iona College for two years. While at Iona, he was responsible for the design, implementation and coaching of all varsity athletic programs. He also supervised and organized staff participation in off-season and preseason workout sessions. Perlak served as the strength and conditioning coordinator at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, Pa., in 2004 where he designed and executed the strength and conditioning program. He was also responsible for off-season and preseason workouts. Perlak has been involved with the United States Olympic Training Center, serving as a strength and conditioning resident intern from January until May of 2004. In that role he assisted the staff in developing and implementing programs for Olympic, Olympic hopefuls, Pan-American, and Paralympic individual athletes and national teams. A 2001 graduate of Worcester (Mass.) State College, Perlak was a four-year starter and two-time captain with the football team before earning a bachelor's degree in health science with a concentration in exercise science. Following a year in which he served as the strength and conditioning coordinator at his alma mater, Perlak worked at Temple University as an assistant and earned his master's degree in sport administration there in 2004. A native of Pittsfield, Mass., Perlak and his wife, Christine, have a daughter, Rueby Mae. University of Delaware Athletics

Ted Perlak Assistant Athletic Director for Strength &amp; Conditioning University of Delaware <ol> <li>How Ted Got Started in</li> <li>Development of Your Staff</li> <li>Sport Coach Relationships</li> <li>Starting Over of as a New Coach</li> <li>Durability</li> <li>Five Things every coach wants and every athlete needs</li> <li>Adjusting the facility</li> <li>Communication at the beginning of the year to add buy-in</li> <li>The lost art of technique</li> <li>Not what you emphasis it what you tolerate and what you allow</li> <li>Its about Progress</li> <li>The Four "Knows" of Programming</li> <li>Why you Eat the Frog First</li> <li>Fitting exercises in the Training template</li> <li>Back to Front Approach</li> <li>The Conjugated Tier System under Prilepin's Table</li> <li>Training Schedules</li> <li>Two 2-Week Microcycle</li> <li>Collision vs Contact vs Non-Contact Sports</li> <li>Preparing for Practice</li> <li>Using Velocity Based Training In-Season</li> <li>SS Yoke bar and Chains for squat progressions</li> <li>Expecting the Worse to be surprised</li> <li>Nutrition with Athletes</li> <li>The added benefits of Velocity based Training</li> <li>What is the biggest challenge with Freshman</li> <li>What Coach Perlak does to make himself a better coach</li> <li>The internet and strength &amp; conditioning</li> <li>There are two types of strength coaches</li> <li>Advice for Young Strength Coaches</li> <li>What Ted Learned from Joe DeFranco</li> <li>Personalities and Communications</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast on iTunes</a> <a href="http://www.elitefts.com/author/ted-perlak/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Articles by Ted Perlak</a> The Ted Perlak File Ted Perlak, who spent the last 12 years as a strength &amp; conditioning coach at the NCAA Division I level, has been named head strength and conditioning coach at the University of Delaware, Director of Athletics and Recreation Services <a href="http://www.bluehens.com/ViewArticle.dbml?&amp;ATCLID=209249017&amp;DB_OEM_ID=29100" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eric Ziady</a> announced Friday. Perlak, who most recently worked as strength &amp; conditioning coach at Colonial Athletic Association newcomer Elon University, will begin his tenure at Delaware on May 19. “We are excited to have Ted join the Blue Hens family and serve as the leader of our strength and conditioning program,” said Ziady. “This position is critical to the success of our athletics teams here at Delaware and we are confident that Ted’s knowledge and innovation in this area along with his hard work and dedication will help prepare our student-athletes for great success on the playing fields.” At Delaware, Perlak will be responsible for the strength and conditioning efforts for Delaware's 21 sports programs and nearly 600 student-athletes, designing and implementing strength and conditioning plans for all of the Blue Hen men's and women's athletic teams. His primary role will be working with the UD football and volleyball programs. “It’s a great honor to be named the head strength &amp; conditioning coach at the University of Delaware,” said Perlak. “During the interview process I had the opportunity to see the vision of the administration and it is something I’m excited to be a part of. The opportunity to work with Coach (Dave) Brock and his staff along with all the other coaches makes this 100 percent a place my family and I want to be. I can’t wait to get started.” Perlak spent the 2013-14 season at Elon, a current member of the Southern Conference that sponsors 17 intercollegiate sports, including football. The Phoenix will join the CAA as a full-time member in all sports this fall. “I am really excited to welcome Ted and his family to the University of Delaware,” said Brock, who will begin his second season as head coach this fall. “This hire represents a great opportunity to upgrade one of the most critical areas of all successful football programs. I can't wait for Ted to get going with our players as we enter the summer phase of our strength and conditioning.” Perak previously spent eight seasons at Fordham University, including the last six seasons as the head strength and conditioning coach. While at the Bronx, N.Y. school, he worked closely with the football, basketball, soccer, softball, and track and field teams. Prior to his stint at Fordham, Perlak served as the director of strength and conditioning at Iona College for two years. While at Iona, he was responsible for the design, implementation and coaching of all varsity athletic programs. He also supervised and organized staff participation in off-season and preseason workout sessions. Perlak served as the strength and conditioning coordinator at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, Pa., in 2004 where he designed and executed the strength and conditioning program. He was also responsible for off-season and preseason workouts. Perlak has been involved with the United States Olympic Training Center, serving as a strength and conditioning resident intern from January until May of 2004. In that role he assisted the staff in developing and implementing programs for Olympic, Olympic hopefuls, Pan-American, and Paralympic individual athletes and national teams. A 2001 graduate of Worcester (Mass.) State College, Perlak was a four-year starter and two-time captain with the football team before earning a bachelor's degree in health science with a concentration in exercise science. Following a year in which he served as the strength and conditioning coordinator at his alma mater, Perlak worked at Temple University as an assistant and earned his master's degree in sport administration there in 2004. A native of Pittsfield, Mass., Perlak and his wife, Christine, have a daughter, Rueby Mae. University of Delaware Athletics

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Cal Dietz

Interview with Cal Dietz, Head Strength &amp; conditionign Coach for Olympic Sports at the University of Minnesota and co-author of Triphasic Training. Topics in this Podcast What Cal attributes the success of his teams to How Triphasic Training has evovled Tripahsic Training in relation to non-cyclycal sports General Overview of Triphasic Training Approximate loads for eccentric and isometric training Three-day undulating model Post-Activation Potentiation &amp; French Contrast Training Peaking cycle, skill aquisition, and Olympic lifting Sports-Specific conditioning Advice for young strength &amp; conditioning coaches Cal Dietz's Bio Cal Dietz has been the Head Olympic Strength and Conditioning coach for numerous sports at the University of Minnesota since 2000. Since Dietz's return to Minnesota he has developed the Strength and Conditioning Programs and over seen the daily progress in Men's Hockey from 2000-present, Men's' Basketball from 2004-2010, Women's Hockey from 2003-present, Men's Golf from 2000-present, Women's Golf from 2006-present Men's Swimming from 2000-Present, Track and Field from 2000-present, Baseball from 2000-2007, 2010 -present, and Wrestling from 2000 to 2004. During his tenure, Dietz has trained: a Hobey Baker Award winner, two Big Ten Athletes of the Year, athletes that have achieved 400 All-American honors, 29 Big Ten/WCHA championships teams and NCAA Team Champions, and 13 teams finish in the top four in the nation. He has consulted with Olympic and World Champions in various sports and professional athletes in the NHL, NFL, NBA, MLB, and Professional Boxing.Also, during his time at the university help founded and chairs the Sport Biomechanics Interest Group with its purpose to explore the physiological and biomechanical aspects of advanced human performance encompassing the various aspects of kinesiology, biomechanics, neuro-mechanics and physics. This will be achieved by utilizing extensive research theories and applied knowledge in the multi-disciplinary field of human performance. Utilizing through a collaborative effort which involving numerous professional perspectives from diverse areas of academia such also include professionals from Mechanical engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Orthopedics, and Physiology. Dietz is also a member of the Gender Equity Committee at the University of Minnesota and currently represents the University as a member of the Big Ten committee to develop performance enhancing policy for anabolic and ergogenic aids.During his time at the university, Dietz has given numerous lectures around the country, as well as publish several scientific articles and dozens articles on training. Most recently, Dietz co-authored the the top selling book, Triphasic Training: A systematic approach to elite speed and explosive strength performance.Prior to returning to Minnesota, Dietz was the strength coordinator at The University of Findlay, overseeing 26 men's and women's sports, in addition to coordinating the university's fitness center, coaching the offensive line with the football program and teaching strength and conditioning classes. He is no stranger to Minnesota athletics after serving as a graduate assistant strength coach while pursuing his graduate degree. During this time Dietz was the first assistant to football and assisted with a Majority of Olympic Sports.The Shelby, Ohio, native earned his bachelor's degree in physical education from the University of Findlay in 1996 and his master's degree from Minnesota in kinesiology in May, 2000. During his athletic career at the University of Findlay Dietz won three National team championships, two in football and one in wrestling. Highlights of his career was earning 2 All-American honors in Football and winning the NAIA National Duals MVP in wrestling. In 1995 he received the NAIA College Sports Magazine Athlete of the year and was inducted into the University's of Findlay's Hall of Fame in 2005.Dietz married Karyn Bye, a member of the U.S. Olympic Women's Hockey Team which captured the gold medal in 1998 and silver medal in 2002. The couple resides in Hudson, Wis., with their daughter, Tatum Lynn Born in May 2003 and Brody Michael born July 2005. Triphasic Training Triphasic Training is the pinnacle of sports performance training. That’s not hype. Cal Dietz, strength coach at the University of Minnesota, has the results to back up this claim – a Hobey Baker Award winner, two Big Ten Athletes of the Year, over 400 All-Americans, 30 Big Ten/WCHA championship teams, 7 NCAA National Team Champions, and 14 teams that finished in the top four in the nation.  Over the past decade, Coach Dietz has worked with thousands of collegiate and professional athletes, incorporating the latest scientific research into developing his Triphasic Training method. His approach breaks down athletic movements into their three components -- eccentric, isometric, and concentric -- allowing for the continuous development of athletes, maximizing their strength, speed, and power.  In this easy-to-understand book, Coach Dietz has teamed up with exercise physiologist, Ben Peterson, to explain the physiological foundations of Triphasic Training and how they can be applied to training, making athletes bigger, stronger and faster than ever before. The authors give examples of complete programs, as well as examples of how to incorporate the Triphasic method into existing programs, with descriptions on adapting it to virtually any scenario.  Included in the book:  - 5 complete 24-week training programs designed for 6-day, 5-day, 4-day, 3-day, or 2-day training models.  - Over two dozen tables showing when and how to modify exercises to ensure continuous improvement in athletes.  - Peaking programs for football lineman and skill players; swimmers; baseball, volleyball, and hockey players (among others).  - A complete 52-week training program for football. Buy the Book here: http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6283

Interview with Cal Dietz, Head Strength &amp; conditionign Coach for Olympic Sports at the University of Minnesota and co-author of Triphasic Training. Topics in this Podcast What Cal attributes the success of his teams to How Triphasic Training has evovled Tripahsic Training in relation to non-cyclycal sports General Overview of Triphasic Training Approximate loads for eccentric and isometric training Three-day undulating model Post-Activation Potentiation &amp; French Contrast Training Peaking cycle, skill aquisition, and Olympic lifting Sports-Specific conditioning Advice for young strength &amp; conditioning coaches Cal Dietz's Bio Cal Dietz has been the Head Olympic Strength and Conditioning coach for numerous sports at the University of Minnesota since 2000. Since Dietz's return to Minnesota he has developed the Strength and Conditioning Programs and over seen the daily progress in Men's Hockey from 2000-present, Men's' Basketball from 2004-2010, Women's Hockey from 2003-present, Men's Golf from 2000-present, Women's Golf from 2006-present Men's Swimming from 2000-Present, Track and Field from 2000-present, Baseball from 2000-2007, 2010 -present, and Wrestling from 2000 to 2004. During his tenure, Dietz has trained: a Hobey Baker Award winner, two Big Ten Athletes of the Year, athletes that have achieved 400 All-American honors, 29 Big Ten/WCHA championships teams and NCAA Team Champions, and 13 teams finish in the top four in the nation. He has consulted with Olympic and World Champions in various sports and professional athletes in the NHL, NFL, NBA, MLB, and Professional Boxing.Also, during his time at the university help founded and chairs the Sport Biomechanics Interest Group with its purpose to explore the physiological and biomechanical aspects of advanced human performance encompassing the various aspects of kinesiology, biomechanics, neuro-mechanics and physics. This will be achieved by utilizing extensive research theories and applied knowledge in the multi-disciplinary field of human performance. Utilizing through a collaborative effort which involving numerous professional perspectives from diverse areas of academia such also include professionals from Mechanical engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Orthopedics, and Physiology. Dietz is also a member of the Gender Equity Committee at the University of Minnesota and currently represents the University as a member of the Big Ten committee to develop performance enhancing policy for anabolic and ergogenic aids.During his time at the university, Dietz has given numerous lectures around the country, as well as publish several scientific articles and dozens articles on training. Most recently, Dietz co-authored the the top selling book, Triphasic Training: A systematic approach to elite speed and explosive strength performance.Prior to returning to Minnesota, Dietz was the strength coordinator at The University of Findlay, overseeing 26 men's and women's sports, in addition to coordinating the university's fitness center, coaching the offensive line with the football program and teaching strength and conditioning classes. He is no stranger to Minnesota athletics after serving as a graduate assistant strength coach while pursuing his graduate degree. During this time Dietz was the first assistant to football and assisted with a Majority of Olympic Sports.The Shelby, Ohio, native earned his bachelor's degree in physical education from the University of Findlay in 1996 and his master's degree from Minnesota in kinesiology in May, 2000. During his athletic career at the University of Findlay Dietz won three National team championships, two in football and one in wrestling. Highlights of his career was earning 2 All-American honors in Football and winning the NAIA National Duals MVP in wrestling. In 1995 he received the NAIA College Sports Magazine Athlete of the year and was inducted into the University's of Findlay's Hall of Fame in 2005.Dietz married Karyn Bye, a member of the U.S. Olympic Women's Hockey Team which captured the gold medal in 1998 and silver medal in 2002. The couple resides in Hudson, Wis., with their daughter, Tatum Lynn Born in May 2003 and Brody Michael born July 2005. Triphasic Training Triphasic Training is the pinnacle of sports performance training. That’s not hype. Cal Dietz, strength coach at the University of Minnesota, has the results to back up this claim – a Hobey Baker Award winner, two Big Ten Athletes of the Year, over 400 All-Americans, 30 Big Ten/WCHA championship teams, 7 NCAA National Team Champions, and 14 teams that finished in the top four in the nation. Over the past decade, Coach Dietz has worked with thousands of collegiate and professional athletes, incorporating the latest scientific research into developing his Triphasic Training method. His approach breaks down athletic movements into their three components -- eccentric, isometric, and concentric -- allowing for the continuous development of athletes, maximizing their strength, speed, and power. In this easy-to-understand book, Coach Dietz has teamed up with exercise physiologist, Ben Peterson, to explain the physiological foundations of Triphasic Training and how they can be applied to training, making athletes bigger, stronger and faster than ever before. The authors give examples of complete programs, as well as examples of how to incorporate the Triphasic method into existing programs, with descriptions on adapting it to virtually any scenario. Included in the book: - 5 complete 24-week training programs designed for 6-day, 5-day, 4-day, 3-day, or 2-day training models. - Over two dozen tables showing when and how to modify exercises to ensure continuous improvement in athletes. - Peaking programs for football lineman and skill players; swimmers; baseball, volleyball, and hockey players (among others). - A complete 52-week training program for football. Buy the Book here: <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6283" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6283</a>

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Buddy Morris

Buddy Morris Interview Growing up in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, my heroes were Pittsburgh sports figures.  The Steelers were almost surreal to me as a fan and other than attending Jack Lambert's Football Camp and training camps in Latrobe, Pennsylvania; they were untouchable.  The University of Pittsburgh Football players were in fact more than just giants of the game, they were part of our culture.  Guys like Jim Sweeney, Bill Fralic, and Mark Stepnoski were friends of my older cousins and in some way, almost like big brothers to all of us playing pick-up football in the cobblestone streets of the Iron City.  Dan Mario played baseball for my grandfather up until his junior year at Pitt. And, all of us "yinzers" were heartbroken when Tony Dorsett started wearing a start on his helmet and played for America's team.  The icon who prepared most of those men was why, in a round-a-bout way, I became a strength and conditioning coach myself.  Buddy Morris has always been someone who most of us looked up to.  Even when he told you things you didn't want to hear about training and physical preparation.  Coach X became a staple of elitefts.com and videos of when Dave and Jim visited he and Mylo when they were coaching the Cleveland Browns still rank as some of the top learning experiences. If there is one thing that is evident is that Buddy Morris was meant to be a strength coach.  Buddy makes no apologies for being who he is. He has the knowledge and the experience to validate what he believes, while always questioning whether there is a better way to do things. Buddy knows it was, is, and will never be about him. "Buddy's one of the All-Timers, he helped start this profession," explains Joe Kenn, Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach with the Carolina Panthers. "Nobody talks enough about Buddy being one of the pioneers." With over 3 decades of experience, no one can deny Buddy Morris' impact on the strength and conditioning profession and the athletes he has coached.Topics Covered in this Podcast Taking over at the University of Buffalo Outside influences on loading parameters Good players make good coaches GPP for the athlete Speed work and the strength deficit Combine training Collegiate vs. NFL training The age of the internet What Buddy has learned from Charlie Francis Who else has been influence for Coach X Speed Training for sport Advice for young coaches    Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast on iTunes Elitefts™ Iron Subcultrue Podcast on iTunes  Download the ebook here! American Football Physical Preparation was written to expose football players, physical preparation and sport coaches, to the concepts of one of the original coaches of physical preparation for football, Buddy “Coach X” Morris. In this book, you will find information regarding the theory, methodology, bioenergetics, biodynamics, and bio-motor abilities, as they pertain to American Football. This information is unique, as it explains why football is an alactic-aerobic sport, which bio-motor abilities are most important, how biodynamics play into exercise selection, and how each team, side of the ball, position, and even individual, needs their own specific programming. In the final section of the book, you will find practical examples of training cycles, monthly blocks, training weeks, and individual workouts, all tailored for five distinct training groups: Line, Combo, Skill, Quarterback, and Kicker/Punter. As a whole, American Football Physical Preparation will give all readers an exclusive look, and insight, of how the training process is organized, programmed and implemented, in a large team setting for American Football. Buddy Morris is a strength and conditioning legend, bodybuilder, and rehab specialist who will run our Performance Center. He has over 31 years of experience in the strength and conditioning field. He has worked as the Head Strength Coach for the NFL Cleveland Browns as well as the Head Strength Coach for the University of Pittsburgh for 20+ years. He has coached 5 NFL Hall of Famers and trains NFL players year round. He is known nationwide and has contributed to numerous fitness magazines, books, and articles. His weight room at the University of Pittsburgh “The Pitt Iron Works” was named one of the top ten toughest gyms in America by Muscle &amp; Fitness Magazine.  Buddy  was recently named one of the “65 Most Influential Strength Coaches of All-Time.”  Recently Tony “Goose” Siragusa, spoke highly of Buddy on Howard Stern’s radio show and in his new best selling book, “Goose.” Ask Buddy “Coach X” Morris a Question Articles by Buddy “Coach X” MorrisRelated ArticlesElitefts Sports Performance Podcast Episode 6: Joe Kenn Interview Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Episode 5: Todd Hamer Interview Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Episode 4: Cam Davidson Interview Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast Episode 3: Tom Palumbo Interview Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast Episode 2: Chad Scott, Tim Kontos, &amp; Jon-Michael Davis Interview Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast Episode 1: Dan John Interview Elitefts™ Collegiate Line Podcasts at elitefts.com™ Coaching Articles at elitefts.com™ Sports Performance Articles at elitefts.com™ Articles by Mark Watts Mark Watts' Training Log Elitefts™ Q&amp;A Elitefts™ SPP on iTunes Mark Watts on Twitter

Buddy Morris Interview Growing up in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, my heroes were Pittsburgh sports figures.  The Steelers were almost surreal to me as a fan and other than attending Jack Lambert's Football Camp and training camps in Latrobe, Pennsylvania; they were untouchable.  The University of Pittsburgh Football players were in fact more than just giants of the game, they were part of our culture.  Guys like Jim Sweeney, Bill Fralic, and Mark Stepnoski were friends of my older cousins and in some way, almost like big brothers to all of us playing pick-up football in the cobblestone streets of the Iron City.  Dan Mario played baseball for my grandfather up until his junior year at Pitt. And, all of us "yinzers" were heartbroken when Tony Dorsett started wearing a start on his helmet and played for America's team.  The icon who prepared most of those men was why, in a round-a-bout way, I became a strength and conditioning coach myself.  Buddy Morris has always been someone who most of us looked up to.  Even when he told you things you didn't want to hear about training and physical preparation.  Coach X became a staple of <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a> and videos of when Dave and Jim visited he and Mylo when they were coaching the Cleveland Browns still rank as some of the top learning experiences. If there is one thing that is evident is that Buddy Morris was meant to be a strength coach.  Buddy makes no apologies for being who he is. He has the knowledge and the experience to validate what he believes, while always questioning whether there is a better way to do things. Buddy knows it was, is, and will never be about him. "Buddy's one of the All-Timers, he helped start this profession," explains Joe Kenn, Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach with the Carolina Panthers. "Nobody talks enough about Buddy being one of the pioneers." With over 3 decades of experience, no one can deny Buddy Morris' impact on the strength and conditioning profession and the athletes he has coached.Topics Covered in this Podcast <ol> <li>Taking over at the University of Buffalo</li> <li>Outside influences on loading parameters</li> <li>Good players make good coaches</li> <li>GPP for the athlete</li> <li>Speed work and the strength deficit</li> <li>Combine training</li> <li>Collegiate vs. NFL training</li> <li>The age of the internet</li> <li>What Buddy has learned from Charlie Francis</li> <li>Who else has been influence for Coach X</li> <li>Speed Training for sport</li> <li>Advice for young coaches</li> </ol> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast on iTunes</a> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-iron-subculture/id512285639?ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Iron Subcultrue Podcast on iTunes</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6377" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6377" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download the ebook here!</a> American Football Physical Preparation was written to expose football players, physical preparation and sport coaches, to the concepts of one of the original coaches of physical preparation for football, Buddy “Coach X” Morris. In this book, you will find information regarding the theory, methodology, bioenergetics, biodynamics, and bio-motor abilities, as they pertain to American Football. This information is unique, as it explains why football is an alactic-aerobic sport, which bio-motor abilities are most important, how biodynamics play into exercise selection, and how each team, side of the ball, position, and even individual, needs their own specific programming. In the final section of the book, you will find practical examples of training cycles, monthly blocks, training weeks, and individual workouts, all tailored for five distinct training groups: Line, Combo, Skill, Quarterback, and Kicker/Punter. As a whole, American Football Physical Preparation will give all readers an exclusive look, and insight, of how the training process is organized, programmed and implemented, in a large team setting for American Football. <a href="http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/default.asp?a=ask" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Buddy Morris is a strength and conditioning legend, bodybuilder, and rehab specialist who will run our Performance Center. He has over 31 years of experience in the strength and conditioning field. He has worked as the Head Strength Coach for the NFL Cleveland Browns as well as the Head Strength Coach for the University of Pittsburgh for 20+ years. He has coached 5 NFL Hall of Famers and trains NFL players year round. He is known nationwide and has contributed to numerous fitness magazines, books, and articles. His weight room at the University of Pittsburgh “The Pitt Iron Works” was named one of the top ten toughest gyms in America by Muscle &amp; Fitness Magazine.  Buddy  was recently named one of the “65 Most Influential Strength Coaches of All-Time.”  Recently Tony “Goose” Siragusa, spoke highly of Buddy on Howard Stern’s radio show and in his new best selling book, “Goose.” <a href="http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/default.asp?a=ask" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ask Buddy “Coach X” Morris a Question</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/author/coach-x/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Articles by Buddy “Coach X” Morris</a> Related Articles <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/elitefts-sports-performance-podcast-episode-6/" rel="bookmark nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Episode 6: Joe Kenn Interview</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/elitefts-sports-performance-podcast-episode-5/" rel="bookmark nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Episode 5: Todd Hamer Interview</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/elitefts-sports-performance-podcast-episode-4/" rel="bookmark nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Episode 4: Cam Davidson Interview</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/training-articles/sports-training/elitefts-sports-performance-podcast-episode-3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast Episode 3: Tom Palumbo Interview</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/elitefts-sports-perfromance-podcast-episode-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast Episode 2: Chad Scott, Tim Kontos, &amp; Jon-Michael Davis Interview</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/elitefts-sports-performance-podcast-episode-1-interview-with-dan-john/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts™ Sports Performance Podcast Episode 1: Dan John Interview</a> Elitefts™ Collegiate Line Podcasts at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ Coaching Articles at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ Sports Performance Articles at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ Articles by Mark Watts Mark Watts' Training Log Elitefts™ Q&amp;A Elitefts™ SPP on iTunes Mark Watts on Twitter

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James "The Thinker" Smith Interview on Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Topics in this Podcast Self-educated beginnings Learning from SEAL training How James connected with elitefts Combining the WSBB and the Charlie Francis Training System Segregation between the sport coach and the physical preparation coachRelationships between physical preparation and high performance sports training Thermodynamics to explain coaching systems What James would do different at the college level The problem with tactical performance training Addressing the injury potential of collision/ combat sports How to contact James

James "The Thinker" Smith Interview on Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast Topics in this Podcast Self-educated beginnings Learning from SEAL training How James connected with elitefts Combining the WSBB and the Charlie Francis Training System Segregation between the sport coach and the physical preparation coachRelationships between physical preparation and high performance sports training Thermodynamics to explain coaching systems What James would do different at the college level The problem with tactical performance training Addressing the injury potential of collision/ combat sports How to contact James

Elitefts SPP - James "The Thinker" Smith

Eric Cressey

Topics Covered in This Podcast  Luck is where preparation meets opportunity The biggest changes Eric has seen in Baseball Assessments for athletes Communication with coaches Do no harm, do no good? Educating athletes Best scheduled scenario for In-season training This may not be bad, but is there something better? Emotional separaration of Traits of Elite level players Torso Injuries in Baseball. Why? Theres what you know and what you can implement - Mike Boyle Eric Cressey's "Bang-for-our-buck" exercises Deadlift tips for athletes. Speed Training for Baseball Replicating &amp; Simulation versus carryover on the field The importance of Staff Synergy The Law of Repeated Exposures The best advice for young coaches How to reach Eric, upcoming events  The Eric Cressey File Eric Cressey is president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance, with facilities located in Hudson, MA and Jupiter, FL.  A highly sought-after coach for healthy and injured athletes alike, Eric has helped athletes at all levels - from youth sports to the professional and Olympic ranks - achieve their highest levels of performance in a variety of sports.  Behind Eric's expertise, Cressey Sports Performance has rapidly established itself as a go-to high performance facility among Boston athletes - and those that come from across the country and abroad to experience CSP's cutting-edge methods.  Eric is perhaps best known for his extensive work with baseball players, with more than 100 professional players traveling to train with him each off-season. Cressey, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, received his Master’s Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science through the University of Connecticut Department of Kinesiology, the #1 ranked kinesiology graduate program in the nation. At UCONN, Eric was involved in varsity strength and conditioning and research in the human performance laboratory. Previously, Eric graduated from the University of New England with a double major in Exercise Science and Sports and Fitness Management. An accomplished author, Cressey has authored over 500 published articles in all.  Eric has published five books and co-created four DVD sets that have been sold in over 60 countries around the world.  Eric has been an invited guest speaker in five countries and 19 U.S. states. His Master’s thesis, “The effects of 10 weeks of lower-body unstable surface training on markers of athletic performance,” was published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, and Cressey was a co-author for the International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) High School Strength and Conditioning Certification. He serves on the advisory boards for both the IYCA and Precision Nutrition, and is a baseball consultant to New Balance. As a competitive powerlifter, Eric holds several state, national, and world records. A mainstay in the Powerlifting USA Top 100 lifts in his weight class, Cressey is rapidly approaching Elite status with competition bests of 540 squat, 402 bench, 650 deadlift, and 1532 total in the 165-pound weight class.  He is recognized as a coach who can jump, sprint, and lift alongside his best athletes to push them to higher levels - and keep them healthy in the process. Eric's writing and his work with athletes have been featured in such local and national publications as Men's Health, Men's Fitness, ESPN, T-Muscle, Yahoo Sports, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Baseball America, The Worcester Telegram, Perform Better, Oxygen, Experience Life, Triathlete Magazine, Collegiate Baseball, Active.com, The Metrowest Daily News, Parents and Kids, and EliteFTS.  In the business world, Eric has worked with several start-up companies as both an angel investor and advisor. Although prepared in a variety of bodies of knowledge, Cressey specializes in applied kinesiology and biomechanics as they relate to program design and corrective exercise; maximal relative strength development; and athletic performance enhancement. Feel free to contact Eric at ec@ericcressey.com. About Cressey Performance Cressey Performance is a high-performance training facility designed by athletes for athletes, and those looking to make a serious commitment to their long-term health. CP provides athletes with an environment in which they can identify and work toward quantifiable improvements both inside and outside the training facility.  With an emphasis on individualized goals and needs, each client is provided with unique programming and the coaching necessary to carry out these measures effectively. Recognized for its no-nonsense, motivating training environment with just the right mix of science and attitude, the knowledge displayed and results attained at CSP has led to success at local, national and international levels. www.elitefts.com

Topics Covered in This Podcast <ol> <li>Luck is where preparation meets opportunity</li> <li>The biggest changes Eric has seen in Baseball</li> <li>Assessments for athletes</li> <li>Communication with coaches</li> <li>Do no harm, do no good?</li> <li>Educating athletes</li> <li>Best scheduled scenario for In-season training</li> <li>This may not be bad, but is there something better?</li> <li>Emotional separaration of</li> <li>Traits of Elite level players</li> <li>Torso Injuries in Baseball. Why?</li> <li>Theres what you know and what you can implement - Mike Boyle</li> <li>Eric Cressey's "Bang-for-our-buck" exercises</li> <li>Deadlift tips for athletes.</li> <li>Speed Training for Baseball</li> <li>Replicating &amp; Simulation versus carryover on the field</li> <li>The importance of Staff Synergy</li> <li>The Law of Repeated Exposures</li> <li>The best advice for young coaches</li> <li>How to reach Eric, upcoming events</li> </ol> The Eric Cressey File Eric Cressey is president and co-founder of <a href="http://www.cresseysportsperformance.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cressey Sports Performance</a>, with facilities located in Hudson, MA and Jupiter, FL.  A highly sought-after coach for healthy and injured athletes alike, Eric has helped athletes at all levels - from youth sports to the professional and Olympic ranks - achieve their highest levels of performance in a variety of sports.  Behind Eric's expertise, Cressey Sports Performance has rapidly established itself as a go-to high performance facility among Boston athletes - and those that come from across the country and abroad to experience CSP's cutting-edge methods.  Eric is perhaps best known for his extensive work with baseball players, with more than 100 professional players traveling to train with him each off-season. Cressey, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, received his Master’s Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science through the University of Connecticut Department of Kinesiology, the #1 ranked kinesiology graduate program in the nation. At UCONN, Eric was involved in varsity strength and conditioning and research in the human performance laboratory. Previously, Eric graduated from the University of New England with a double major in Exercise Science and Sports and Fitness Management. An accomplished author, Cressey has authored over 500 published articles in all.  Eric has published five books and co-created four DVD sets that have been sold in over 60 countries around the world.  Eric has been an invited <a href="http://ericcressey.com/schedule" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">guest speaker</a> in five countries and 19 U.S. states. His Master’s thesis, “The effects of 10 weeks of lower-body unstable surface training on markers of athletic performance,” was published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, and Cressey was a co-author for the International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) High School Strength and Conditioning Certification. He serves on the advisory boards for both the IYCA and Precision Nutrition, and is a baseball consultant to New Balance. As a competitive powerlifter, Eric holds several state, national, and world records. A mainstay in the Powerlifting USA Top 100 lifts in his weight class, Cressey is rapidly approaching Elite status with competition bests of 540 squat, 402 bench, 650 deadlift, and 1532 total in the 165-pound weight class.  He is recognized as a coach who can jump, sprint, and lift alongside his best athletes to push them to higher levels - and keep them healthy in the process. Eric's writing and his work with athletes have been featured in such local and national publications as Men's Health, Men's Fitness, ESPN, T-Muscle, Yahoo Sports, The Boston Globe, The Boston Herald, Baseball America, The Worcester Telegram, Perform Better, Oxygen, Experience Life, Triathlete Magazine, Collegiate Baseball, <a href="http://Active.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Active.com</a>, The Metrowest Daily News, Parents and Kids, and EliteFTS.  In the business world, Eric has worked with several start-up companies as both an angel investor and advisor. Although prepared in a variety of bodies of knowledge, Cressey specializes in applied kinesiology and biomechanics as they relate to program design and corrective exercise; maximal relative strength development; and athletic performance enhancement. Feel free to contact Eric at <a href="mailto:ec@ericcressey.com">ec@ericcressey.com</a>. About Cressey Performance Cressey Performance is a high-performance training facility designed by athletes for athletes, and those looking to make a serious commitment to their long-term health. CP provides athletes with an environment in which they can identify and work toward quantifiable improvements both inside and outside the training facility.  With an emphasis on individualized goals and needs, each client is provided with unique programming and the coaching necessary to carry out these measures effectively. Recognized for its no-nonsense, motivating training environment with just the right mix of science and attitude, the knowledge displayed and results attained at CSP has led to success at local, national and international levels. <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Eric Cressey Interview

Bryan Mann

Bryan Mann: Assitant Director fo Strength &amp; Conditioning and Assitant Professor of Athletic Training and Physical Therapy at the University of Missouri Dr. Bryan Mann has been competing in the sport of powerlifting since 1996. He is the assistant director of strength and conditioning at the University of Missouri where he has worked since 2004. He has many powerlifting accolades to his name in raw, single ply, and multi-ply lifting. He is a researcher and author, having written several research publications dealing with training in Division 1 athletics, specifically football. He has written three books, most notably the Complete Guide to Powerlifting for Human Kinetics with co-author Dan Austin. Articles by Bryan Mann http://articles.elitefts.com/author/bryan-mann/ Powerlifting by Bryan Mann &amp; Dan Austin http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6046 Developing Explosive Athletes eBook http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6453 The APRE eBook http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6366 Elitefts™ Collegiate Line  http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=collegiate Podcasts at elitefts.com™  http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/ Coaching Articles at elitefts.com™  http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/coaching-training-articles/ Sports Performance Articles at elitefts.com™  http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/sports-training/ Articles by Mark Watts http://articles.elitefts.com/author/mark-watts/ Mark Watts' Training Log  http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/training-logs.asp?tid=219&amp;__N=Mark%20Watts Elitefts™ Q&amp;A  http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/ Elitefts™ SPP on iTunes  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Mark Watts on Twitter  https://twitter.com/Elitefts_EduDir

Bryan Mann: Assitant Director fo Strength &amp; Conditioning and Assitant Professor of Athletic Training and Physical Therapy at the University of Missouri Dr. Bryan Mann has been competing in the sport of powerlifting since 1996. He is the assistant director of strength and conditioning at the University of Missouri where he has worked since 2004. He has many powerlifting accolades to his name in raw, single ply, and multi-ply lifting. He is a researcher and author, having written several research publications dealing with training in Division 1 athletics, specifically football. He has written three books, most notably the <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=PD&amp;cid=134&amp;pid=6046" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Complete Guide to Powerlifting</a> for Human Kinetics with co-author Dan Austin. <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/author/bryan-mann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Articles by Bryan Mann</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/author/bryan-mann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/author/bryan-mann/</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6046" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Powerlifting by Bryan Mann &amp; Dan Austin</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6046" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=134&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6046</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6453" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Developing Explosive Athletes eBook</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6453" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6453</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6366" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The APRE eBook</a> <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6366" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?cid=370&amp;m=PD&amp;pid=6366</a> Elitefts™ Collegiate Line <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=collegiate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=collegiate</a> Podcasts at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/</a> Coaching Articles at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/coaching-training-articles/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/coaching-training-articles/</a> Sports Performance Articles at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/sports-training/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/sports-training/</a> Articles by Mark Watts <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/author/mark-watts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/author/mark-watts/</a> Mark Watts' Training Log <a href="http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/training-logs.asp?tid=219&amp;__N=Mark%20Watts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/training-logs.asp?tid=219&amp;__N=Mark%20Watts</a> Elitefts™ Q&amp;A <a href="http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/</a> Elitefts™ SPP on iTunes <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4</a> Mark Watts on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/Elitefts_EduDir" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Elitefts_EduDir</a>

Elitefts SPP: Bryan Mann Interview

Loren Landow

Loren Landow Founder of Loren Landow Performance Director of Performance Enhancement - Steadman Hawkins Institute Denver Topics in this Podcast Mentally Preparing for the NFL Combine: 8 Weeks for 2 tenthsThe training structure for combine prepPositional and Individual Differences when teaching combine drillsThe Biggest Mistakes athletes makes widen changing directionsWhat athletes do wrong on lei near acceleration startsThe Best strength training exercises for Speed and AgilityThe Overlooked quality of Deceleration TrainingHow Brendan Schwab got Loren started training MMA fightersPreparing Cat Zingano for her fight against Ronda RouseyThe Misconceptions: Why Strength &amp; Power training is so important for MMAThere is no off-season in MMA. the organization of a training campTraining when bodyweight is a factorHow Loren got into sports performance and who were his biggest influences. The best advice Loren would give to young coachesThe best way to follow Loren The Loren Landow File Loren received his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise physiology from the University of Northern Colorado. He also holds a number of additional certifications:  Muscle Activation Techniques Certified Specialist Resistance Training Specialist - Mastery Level National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) USA Weightlifting (USAW) Certified Coach National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Advanced Level Trainer American Academy of Health and Fitness Professionals: Essentials of Post-Rehabilitation CPR/First Aid Certified  Coach Landow has trained hundreds of athletes in numerous sports to maximize their athletic potential while reducing their risk of injury. He has successfully trained over 400 professional athletes, including 30 NFL (football) All-Pros. Coach Landow has also trained the USA U-19 National Rugby Team, over 60 nationally and internationally ranked high school and collegiate tennis players. Olympians and athletes from the NHL (pro hockey), MLB (pro baseball), MLS (pro soccer), UFC (mixed martial arts), and NCAA (collegiate sports) have all been treated by Coach Landow. In addition, Coach Landow serves as a consultant for several professional organizations. He is highly sought after for his ability to analyze and correct biomechanics. As a certified Muscle Activation Techniques Specialist, he utilizes soft tissue massage techniques to correct imbalances and enhance muscle regeneration. Through his various innovative methods, Coach Landow has made dramatic improvements in an athlete’s speed, power, agility, coordination, and balance. Other notable achievements for Coach Landow include:   Member of the SPEED advisory council, a position reserved for the top performance coaches in the country Nationwide presenter and speaker for the leading associations in the performance industry Appeared on "Team Carwin" on the UFC program The Ultimate Fighter 16 television program. Author of the book My Offseason with the Denver Broncos: Building a Championship Team (While Nobody's Watching)  Bio Courtesy http://www.shcdenver.com  http://lorenlandowperformance.com http://elitesportsservices.com http://www.elitefts.com

Loren Landow Founder of Loren Landow Performance Director of Performance Enhancement - Steadman Hawkins Institute Denver Topics in this Podcast Mentally Preparing for the NFL Combine: 8 Weeks for 2 tenthsThe training structure for combine prepPositional and Individual Differences when teaching combine drillsThe Biggest Mistakes athletes makes widen changing directionsWhat athletes do wrong on lei near acceleration startsThe Best strength training exercises for Speed and AgilityThe Overlooked quality of Deceleration TrainingHow Brendan Schwab got Loren started training MMA fightersPreparing Cat Zingano for her fight against Ronda RouseyThe Misconceptions: Why Strength &amp; Power training is so important for MMAThere is no off-season in MMA. the organization of a training campTraining when bodyweight is a factorHow Loren got into sports performance and who were his biggest influences. The best advice Loren would give to young coachesThe best way to follow Loren The Loren Landow File Loren received his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise physiology from the University of Northern Colorado. He also holds a number of additional certifications: <ul> <li>Muscle Activation Techniques Certified Specialist</li> <li>Resistance Training Specialist - Mastery Level</li> <li>National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)</li> <li>USA Weightlifting (USAW) Certified Coach</li> <li>National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Advanced Level Trainer</li> <li>American Academy of Health and Fitness Professionals: Essentials of Post-Rehabilitation</li> <li>CPR/First Aid Certified</li> </ul> Coach Landow has trained hundreds of athletes in numerous sports to maximize their athletic potential while reducing their risk of injury. He has successfully trained over 400 professional athletes, including 30 NFL (football) All-Pros. Coach Landow has also trained the USA U-19 National Rugby Team, over 60 nationally and internationally ranked high school and collegiate tennis players. Olympians and athletes from the NHL (pro hockey), MLB (pro baseball), MLS (pro soccer), UFC (mixed martial arts), and NCAA (collegiate sports) have all been treated by Coach Landow. In addition, Coach Landow serves as a consultant for several professional organizations. He is highly sought after for his ability to analyze and correct biomechanics. As a certified Muscle Activation Techniques Specialist, he utilizes soft tissue massage techniques to correct imbalances and enhance muscle regeneration. Through his various innovative methods, Coach Landow has made dramatic improvements in an athlete’s speed, power, agility, coordination, and balance. Other notable achievements for Coach Landow include: <ul> <li>Member of the SPEED advisory council, a position reserved for the top performance coaches in the country</li> <li>Nationwide presenter and speaker for the leading associations in the performance industry</li> <li>Appeared on "Team Carwin" on the UFC program The Ultimate Fighter 16 television program.</li> <li>Author of the book My Offseason with the Denver Broncos: Building a Championship Team (While Nobody's Watching)</li> </ul> Bio Courtesy <a href="http://www.shcdenver.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.shcdenver.com </a> <a href="http://lorenlandowperformance.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://lorenlandowperformance.com</a> <a href="http://elitesportsservices.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://elitesportsservices.com</a> <a href="http://elitesportsservices.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Loren Landow Interview

Nate Harvey

Nate Harvey, Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports at State University of New York at Buffalo Topics Covered in this Podcast  How Coach Harvey got started in coaching Transitioning from Football to the Olympic Sports The SUNY Brockport connection; D3 to Big Time S&amp;C A typical template at SUNY Buffalo Adjusting the template based on sport Biggest misconceptions with the Conjugate system How the conjugate system fits in the collegiate setting How the conjugate system can help beginners Dynamic Effort Movements Go to movements for Max Effort work In-season considerations Developing rapport with sport coaches Assessing athletes Adding volume in a team setting Why coaches need to train Advice for young strength coach Building confidence in the weight room that a carries over to the field The RMU Strength &amp; Speed Seminar How to reach Coach Harvey  @SUNYUBStrong The Nate Harvey File Harvey is entering his third year in the Sports Performance Program at the University at Buffalo. During this time he has either assisted in or directed the training of each one of UB’s athletic teams at one time or another. Harvey holds a Master's Degree in Applied Physiology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. During his time in graduate school at UB he also served as a volunteer assistant in the sports performance department. Prior to his time at the University at Buffalo he spent time as a high school football coach, sports performance coach in the private sector and a Fitness Director for Xerox Recreation Association in Rochester, NY. Harvey’s undergraduate work was completed at SUNY Brockport in Exercise Physiology and Physical Education. At Brockport he was a four year letter winner in football and eventual Usafootball.com All-American selection. He completed his undergraduate work with an internship in the Buffalo Bills strength and conditioning department. He has been training himself for twenty years and uses this ‘under the bar’ experience to help his athletes reach their maximal potential. Recently, he earned his Elite Powerlifting status in August of 2009 in only his third competition entered. Harvey resides in Buffalo with his wife Hillary and two children Natalie and Rocco. @SUNYUBStrong www.elitefts.com http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/3-questions-with-coach-nate-harvey/

Nate Harvey, Head Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports at State University of New York at Buffalo Topics Covered in this Podcast <ol> <li>How Coach Harvey got started in coaching</li> <li>Transitioning from Football to the Olympic Sports</li> <li>The SUNY Brockport connection; D3 to Big Time S&amp;C</li> <li>A typical template at SUNY Buffalo</li> <li>Adjusting the template based on sport</li> <li>Biggest misconceptions with the Conjugate system</li> <li>How the conjugate system fits in the collegiate setting</li> <li>How the conjugate system can help beginners</li> <li>Dynamic Effort Movements</li> <li>Go to movements for Max Effort work</li> <li>In-season considerations</li> <li>Developing rapport with sport coaches</li> <li>Assessing athletes</li> <li>Adding volume in a team setting</li> <li>Why coaches need to train</li> <li>Advice for young strength coach</li> <li>Building confidence in the weight room that a carries over to the field</li> <li>The RMU Strength &amp; Speed Seminar</li> <li>How to reach Coach Harvey</li> </ol> @SUNYUBStrong The Nate Harvey File Harvey is entering his third year in the Sports Performance Program at the University at Buffalo. During this time he has either assisted in or directed the training of each one of UB’s athletic teams at one time or another. Harvey holds a Master's Degree in Applied Physiology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. During his time in graduate school at UB he also served as a volunteer assistant in the sports performance department. Prior to his time at the University at Buffalo he spent time as a high school football coach, sports performance coach in the private sector and a Fitness Director for Xerox Recreation Association in Rochester, NY. Harvey’s undergraduate work was completed at SUNY Brockport in Exercise Physiology and Physical Education. At Brockport he was a four year letter winner in football and eventual <a href="http://Usafootball.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Usafootball.com</a> All-American selection. He completed his undergraduate work with an internship in the Buffalo Bills strength and conditioning department. He has been training himself for twenty years and uses this ‘under the bar’ experience to help his athletes reach their maximal potential. Recently, he earned his Elite Powerlifting status in August of 2009 in only his third competition entered. Harvey resides in Buffalo with his wife Hillary and two children Natalie and Rocco. @SUNYUBStrong <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/3-questions-with-coach-nate-harvey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/features/interviews/3-questions-with-coach-nate-harvey/</a>

Elitefts SPP - Nate Harvey Interview

Tim Hewett

Timothy Hewett, PhD Director, OSU Sports Health &amp; Performance Institute Director of Research, OSU Sports Medicine Professor, Departments of Physiology &amp; Cell Biology, Family Medicine, Orthopaedics and Biomedical Engineering Topics in This Podcast 1. Recent trends in ACL injury 2. How the NBA utilized Dr. Hewitt 3. Biomechanical casues of ACL injuries 4. Post injury factors 5. Screening for risk factors 6. The best exericers for reducing ACL injuries 7. Prevention and training... one in the same 8. When to starting training to prevent ACL injuries 9. Why education is the most important aspect of prevention 10. How soon is too soon to come back from an ACL injury 11. Why reinjuries happen 12. The emotional toll from an ACL injury 13. Information about the ACL Workshop:  www.regonline.com/2014aclworkshop   Education and Background  B.A. Anthropology from the University of Cincinnati 1984 B.S. Biology the University of Cincinnati 1984 Ph.D. Department of Physiology and Biophysics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 1990  Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Biology, Department of Pharmacology &amp; Cell Biophysics, University of Cincinnati 1993   Experience &amp; Interests As Director of Research, Dr. Hewett is responsible for the oversight and coordination of a multi-disciplinary research program, as well as the development of strategic OSU Sports Medicine priorities.  Hewett joined Ohio State in 2010 from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, where he served as director of the Sports Medicine Biodynamics Center. He is nationally recognized for his work in the area of knee injury prevention in female athletes.  Hewett, who also serves as a tenured professor in Ohio State’s department of physiology and cell biology, completed a doctorate in physiology and biophysics from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and has a post-doctoral fellowship in molecular biology. His research interests range from the molecular alteration of muscle contraction to the development of new methods for injury prevention and athletic development.  Hewett is a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the American College of Sports Medicine. He has more than 220 peer-reviewed publications, over 15,000 citations and an h-index of 70. He has authored a book and multiple book chapters. He is a permanent member of the National Institutes of Health MRS Study Section and is on the Editorial board for several medical journals. He is an international expert in the field of injury prevention, especially of ACL injuries. Dr. Hewett has received several prestigious awards, including the NCAA, Excellence in Research, Systematic Review and O’Donoghue Awards from the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Rose Excellence in Research Award from the American Physical Therapy Association, the Clint Thompson Award from the National Athletic Trainers Association and a Young Investigator’s Award from the American Heart Association. He has been a Keynote speaker at many national and international conferences. His work has been cited on hundreds of occasions in lay press journals, including over ten in The New York Times, as well as Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox News, NPR and CBS. Dr. Hewett is a member of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, The Orthopaedic Research Society and The American Physiological Society and is a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine.   Advising Narrative I am a Professor in the Departments of Physiology and Cell Biology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Family Medicine and Biomedical Engineering, as well as the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University. I have a doctorate in Physiology and Biophysics and post-doctoral fellowships in Molecular Biology and Biomechanics. I am an international leading expert in the field of injury prevention, with a special focus on ACL risk factor and prevention research. Thus far I have published over 220 peer-reviewed articles with over 15,000 citations in the medical literature, an h-index over 65 and have also authored a book and several book chapters. A permanent member of the National Institutes of Health MRS Study Section, I also serve on the Editorial board for several medical journals. My awards include the NCAA, Excellence in Research, Systematic Review and O’Donoghue Awards from the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Rose Excellence in Research Award from the American Physical Therapy Association, the Clint Thompson Award from the National Athletic Trainers Association and a Young Investigator’s Award from the American Heart Association. My work has been cited on hundreds of occasions in lay press journals, including over ten in The New York Times, as well as Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox News, NPR and CBS. My professional memberships include the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, The Orthopaedic Research Society and The American Physiological Society and I am a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine.   Books American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Understanding and Preventing Non-Contact ACL Injury. Champagne, IL: Human Kinetics, January 2007.   12th Annual ACL WorkshopState of the Art Prevention and Rehabilitation Program Saturday, October 11, 2014from 8 am - 5:30 pmMedical Education andResource Center (MERC)*619 Oak StreetCincinnati, OH 45229Maps and directions maybe downloaded fromwww.cincinnatichildrens.org*This is NOT held at the Main Hospital. This workshop is designed for physicians, athletic trainers, physician assistants, nurses, occupational or physical therapists, students, researchers, strength and conditioning specialists, sports medicine and orthopedic health care professionals.The ACL workshop is a day dedicated to the prevention, training, and rehabilitation of athletes who are at risk for ACL injuries. The world renowned team at the Human Performance Laboratory in the Sports Medicine Biodynamics Center will detail the latest prevention programs for female athletes. We will utilize state-of-the-art 3D motion analysis to teach athlete screening techniques. We will also teach neuromuscular training methods that focus on proper core and knee control and landing techniques. www.elitefts.com 

Timothy Hewett, PhD Director, OSU Sports Health &amp; Performance Institute Director of Research, OSU Sports Medicine Professor, Departments of Physiology &amp; Cell Biology, Family Medicine, Orthopaedics and Biomedical Engineering Topics in This Podcast 1. Recent trends in ACL injury 2. How the NBA utilized Dr. Hewitt 3. Biomechanical casues of ACL injuries 4. Post injury factors 5. Screening for risk factors 6. The best exericers for reducing ACL injuries 7. Prevention and training... one in the same 8. When to starting training to prevent ACL injuries 9. Why education is the most important aspect of prevention 10. How soon is too soon to come back from an ACL injury 11. Why reinjuries happen 12. The emotional toll from an ACL injury 13. Information about the ACL Workshop:  <a href="http://www.regonline.com/2014aclworkshop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.regonline.com/2014aclworkshop</a> Education and Background <ul> <li>B.A. Anthropology from the University of Cincinnati 1984</li> <li>B.S. Biology the University of Cincinnati 1984</li> <li>Ph.D. Department of Physiology and Biophysics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 1990</li> </ul> Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Biology, Department of Pharmacology &amp; Cell Biophysics, University of Cincinnati 1993 Experience &amp; Interests As Director of Research, Dr. Hewett is responsible for the oversight and coordination of a multi-disciplinary research program, as well as the development of strategic OSU Sports Medicine priorities. Hewett joined Ohio State in 2010 from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, where he served as director of the Sports Medicine Biodynamics Center. He is nationally recognized for his work in the area of knee injury prevention in female athletes. Hewett, who also serves as a tenured professor in Ohio State’s department of physiology and cell biology, completed a doctorate in physiology and biophysics from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and has a post-doctoral fellowship in molecular biology. His research interests range from the molecular alteration of muscle contraction to the development of new methods for injury prevention and athletic development. Hewett is a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the American College of Sports Medicine. He has more than 220 peer-reviewed publications, over 15,000 citations and an h-index of 70. He has authored a book and multiple book chapters. He is a permanent member of the National Institutes of Health MRS Study Section and is on the Editorial board for several medical journals. He is an international expert in the field of injury prevention, especially of ACL injuries. Dr. Hewett has received several prestigious awards, including the NCAA, Excellence in Research, Systematic Review and O’Donoghue Awards from the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Rose Excellence in Research Award from the American Physical Therapy Association, the Clint Thompson Award from the National Athletic Trainers Association and a Young Investigator’s Award from the American Heart Association. He has been a Keynote speaker at many national and international conferences. His work has been cited on hundreds of occasions in lay press journals, including over ten in The New York Times, as well as Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox News, NPR and CBS. Dr. Hewett is a member of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, The Orthopaedic Research Society and The American Physiological Society and is a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine. Advising Narrative I am a Professor in the Departments of Physiology and Cell Biology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Family Medicine and Biomedical Engineering, as well as the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University. I have a doctorate in Physiology and Biophysics and post-doctoral fellowships in Molecular Biology and Biomechanics. I am an international leading expert in the field of injury prevention, with a special focus on ACL risk factor and prevention research. Thus far I have published over 220 peer-reviewed articles with over 15,000 citations in the medical literature, an h-index over 65 and have also authored a book and several book chapters. A permanent member of the National Institutes of Health MRS Study Section, I also serve on the Editorial board for several medical journals. My awards include the NCAA, Excellence in Research, Systematic Review and O’Donoghue Awards from the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Rose Excellence in Research Award from the American Physical Therapy Association, the Clint Thompson Award from the National Athletic Trainers Association and a Young Investigator’s Award from the American Heart Association. My work has been cited on hundreds of occasions in lay press journals, including over ten in The New York Times, as well as Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Fox News, NPR and CBS. My professional memberships include the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, The Orthopaedic Research Society and The American Physiological Society and I am a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine. Books American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Understanding and Preventing Non-Contact ACL Injury. Champagne, IL: Human Kinetics, January 2007. 12th Annual ACL WorkshopState of the Art Prevention and Rehabilitation Program Saturday, October 11, 2014from 8 am - 5:30 pmMedical Education andResource Center (MERC)*619 Oak StreetCincinnati, OH 45229Maps and directions maybe downloaded <a href="http://fromwww.cincinnatichildrens.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fromwww.cincinnatichildrens.org</a>*This is NOT held at the Main Hospital. This workshop is designed for physicians, athletic trainers, physician assistants, nurses, occupational or physical therapists, students, researchers, strength and conditioning specialists, sports medicine and orthopedic health care professionals.The ACL workshop is a day dedicated to the prevention, training, and rehabilitation of athletes who are at risk for ACL injuries. The world renowned team at the Human Performance Laboratory in the Sports Medicine Biodynamics Center will detail the latest prevention programs for female athletes. We will utilize state-of-the-art 3D motion analysis to teach athlete screening techniques. We will also teach neuromuscular training methods that focus on proper core and knee control and landing techniques. <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP - ACL Prevention with Dr. Tim Hewett

Joe DeFranco

Interview with Joe DeFranco of DeFranco's Training Systems Topics Covered in this Podcast  How Joe became a pioneer with implementing maximal strength in sports performance Strength builds the foundation for all athletic activity How Joe adjusts his basic templates per sport, season, and training age From high school freshman to All-Pro: Brian Cushing's training evolution Preparing athletes for the NFL Combine The challenge of training WWE Wrestlers How Joe extended Triple H's career with his training The benefits of the box squat for athletes           Special strength exercises for speed development The use of prowlers and sleds in training  Articles by Joe DeFranco DeFranco's Training Systems Official Website

Interview with Joe DeFranco of DeFranco's Training Systems Topics Covered in this Podcast <ol> <li>How Joe became a pioneer with implementing maximal strength in sports performance</li> <li>Strength builds the foundation for all athletic activity</li> <li>How Joe adjusts his basic templates per sport, season, and training age</li> <li>From high school freshman to All-Pro: Brian Cushing's training evolution</li> <li>Preparing athletes for the NFL Combine</li> <li>The challenge of training WWE Wrestlers</li> <li>How Joe extended Triple H's career with his training</li> <li>The benefits of the <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=squat+box" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">box squat</a> for athletes          </li> <li>Special strength exercises for speed development</li> <li>The use of <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=prowler" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">prowlers</a> and <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=sleds" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sleds</a> in training</li> </ol> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/author/joe-defranco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Articles by Joe DeFranco</a> <a href="http://www.defrancostraining.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DeFranco's Training Systems Official Website</a>

Elitefts SPP: Joe DeFranco Interview

Evan Simon

Evan Simon Head Football Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Oregon State University   Topics in this Podcast The JourneyThe most important aspects of arriving at a new school and implementing your program Big 10 - Pac 12 Stigma Goals of the Winter phase An overview of the winter program individual differences with speed components Using Prilipen’s chart to adjust volumerotating auxiliary movements Indicator Movements Olympic Lifting Overhead Lifting Manager of StressAssessments of athletes mobility concerns with prehabilitation Spring Ball considerationsStaff development (advice for young coaches 2 ways to get jobs demanor and coaching cuesHow can people reach Coach Simon Evan Simon Bio  Courtesy: Oregon State University Athletic Communications Release: 12/23/2014Evan Simon was appointed Oregon State’s head football strength and conditioning coach in January of 2015. His duties include the development, implementation and monitoring of all strength and conditioning aspects of the Beavers’ football program. Simon arrived in Corvallis after two years as the head strength and conditioning coach at the University of Wisconsin. He helped the Badgers to New Year’s Day appearances in the Capital One Bowl and Outback Bowl. Prior to working in Madison, Simon was the director of strength and conditioning at Utah State University from August 2009-January 2013. The Aggies appeared in two Famous Idaho Potato Bowl games – USU hadn’t played in a bowl game since 1997 prior to his arrival. From January 2006-July 2009, Simon was the associate director of strength and conditioning at the University of Utah. He was part of staff that led Utah to a 13-0 season, a victory over Alabama in the Sugar Bowl, and a final national ranking of No. 2 following the 2008 season. The native of Lexington Park, Md.,  also spent 15 months as the head strength and conditioning coach at Davidson College in North Carolina and over two years as a graduate assistant strength and conditioning coach at the University of Kentucky. Simon has been a speaker at several national strength and conditioning conventions. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and a certified strength coach via the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association. He is a 2002 graduate of Frostburg State in Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education, and holds a master’s degree (2004) from Kentucky in exercise physiology. He and his wife Linda have two daughters, Abbi and Robyn.SIMON PROFILEAssignment: Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Year at OSU: 1stHometown: Lexington Park, MD  Education:  B.S. in health and physical education from Frostburg State (2002); master’s degree in exercise physiology from Kentucky (2004)    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEFootball Strength and Conditioning Coach - Oregon State, 2015-presentFootball Strength and Conditioning Coach – Wisconsin, 2013-2015Director of Strength and Conditioning – Utah State, 2009-2013Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning – Utah, 2006-2009Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Davidson – 2004-06Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Kentucky – 2002-04BOWL GAMES2015 Capital One Bowl2014 Outback Bowl2012 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl2011 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl2009 Sugar Bowl2007 Poinsettia Bowl2006 Armed Forces Bowl

Evan Simon Head Football Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Oregon State University Topics in this Podcast The JourneyThe most important aspects of arriving at a new school and implementing your program Big 10 - Pac 12 Stigma Goals of the Winter phase An overview of the winter program individual differences with speed components Using Prilipen’s chart to adjust volumerotating auxiliary movements Indicator Movements Olympic Lifting Overhead Lifting Manager of StressAssessments of athletes mobility concerns with prehabilitation Spring Ball considerationsStaff development (advice for young coaches 2 ways to get jobs demanor and coaching cuesHow can people reach Coach Simon Evan Simon Bio   Courtesy: Oregon State University Athletic Communications Release: 12/23/2014 Evan Simon was appointed Oregon State’s head football strength and conditioning coach in January of 2015. His duties include the development, implementation and monitoring of all strength and conditioning aspects of the Beavers’ football program. Simon arrived in Corvallis after two years as the head strength and conditioning coach at the University of Wisconsin. He helped the Badgers to New Year’s Day appearances in the Capital One Bowl and Outback Bowl. Prior to working in Madison, Simon was the director of strength and conditioning at Utah State University from August 2009-January 2013. The Aggies appeared in two Famous Idaho Potato Bowl games – USU hadn’t played in a bowl game since 1997 prior to his arrival. From January 2006-July 2009, Simon was the associate director of strength and conditioning at the University of Utah. He was part of staff that led Utah to a 13-0 season, a victory over Alabama in the Sugar Bowl, and a final national ranking of No. 2 following the 2008 season. The native of Lexington Park, Md.,  also spent 15 months as the head strength and conditioning coach at Davidson College in North Carolina and over two years as a graduate assistant strength and conditioning coach at the University of Kentucky. Simon has been a speaker at several national strength and conditioning conventions. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and a certified strength coach via the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association. He is a 2002 graduate of Frostburg State in Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education, and holds a master’s degree (2004) from Kentucky in exercise physiology. He and his wife Linda have two daughters, Abbi and Robyn.SIMON PROFILEAssignment: Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Year at OSU: 1stHometown: Lexington Park, MD  Education:  B.S. in health and physical education from Frostburg State (2002); master’s degree in exercise physiology from Kentucky (2004)    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEFootball Strength and Conditioning Coach - Oregon State, 2015-presentFootball Strength and Conditioning Coach – Wisconsin, 2013-2015Director of Strength and Conditioning – Utah State, 2009-2013Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning – Utah, 2006-2009Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Davidson – 2004-06Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Kentucky – 2002-04BOWL GAMES2015 Capital One Bowl2014 Outback Bowl2012 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl2011 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl2009 Sugar Bowl2007 Poinsettia Bowl2006 Armed Forces Bowl

Elitefts SPP: Evan Simon Interview

Michael Yessis

Dr. Michael Yessis Interveiw Dr. Michael Yessis received his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and his B.S. and M.S. from City University of New York. He is president of Sports Training, Inc., a diverse sports and fitness company. Dr. Yessis is also Professor Emeritus at California State University, Fullerton, where he was a multi-sports specialist in biomechanics (technique analysis) and sports conditioning and training. Dr. Yessis has served as training and technique consultant to several Olympic and professional sports teams, including the L.A. Rams and L.A. Raiders football teams, Natadore Diving Team, and the U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team. He has also trained hundreds of athletes in different sports and developed unique specialized strength exercises that duplicate what takes place in execution of the game skills. By doing these exercises athletes improve their performance on the field very quickly. During his fifty plus years of working with athletes, and as president of Sports Training Inc, Dr. Yessis developed what has come to be known as the “Yessis System” for improving running speed. His three-step method has been successfully used to improve athletes in football, soccer, baseball, basketball, track and other sports.  Most notable is the improvement in sports technique.

Dr. Michael Yessis Interveiw Dr. Michael Yessis received his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and his B.S. and M.S. from City University of New York. He is president of Sports Training, Inc., a diverse sports and fitness company. Dr. Yessis is also Professor Emeritus at California State University, Fullerton, where he was a multi-sports specialist in biomechanics (technique analysis) and sports conditioning and training. Dr. Yessis has served as training and technique consultant to several Olympic and professional sports teams, including the L.A. Rams and L.A. Raiders football teams, Natadore Diving Team, and the U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team. He has also trained hundreds of athletes in different sports and developed unique specialized strength exercises that duplicate what takes place in execution of the game skills. By doing these exercises athletes improve their performance on the field very quickly. During his fifty plus years of working with athletes, and as president of Sports Training Inc, Dr. Yessis developed what has come to be known as the “Yessis System” for improving running speed. His three-step method has been successfully used to improve athletes in football, soccer, baseball, basketball, track and other sports.  Most notable is the improvement in sports technique.

Elitefts SPP: Dr. Michael Yessis Interview

Ryan Horn

Ryan Horn is the Director of Athletic Perofrmnace of Men's Basketball at Wake Forrest University. Topics Covered in this Podcast 1. Ryan Horn's Career Path 2. Coming in to a new role at a new school 3. Utilizing Technology in the Athletic Performance Setting 4. "You can't manage what you don't manage." 5. Off-Season Training 6. The Upsidedown Pyramid 7. The role of the Athletic Performance Coach 8. "My job is not to ask questions, its; to give answers." 9. Assessment &amp; Evaluation 9. "I'd much rather teach, than correct." 10. Off-Season carryover into the Season 11. Perceptual vs Objective monitoring for readiness 12. How to reach Coach Horn   The Ryan Horn File: Ryan Horn is in his first season with the Wake Forest basketball program in 2014-15. Horn serves as the Demon Deacons' Director of Athletic Performance. Horn joined the Demon Deacons in April 2014 after working under head coach Danny Manning at the University of Tulsa where he helped the Golden Hurricane win the 2013-14 Conference USA regular season and tournament championships--the program's first league title since 2003. Horn spent three seasons at Tulsa and most recently directed the athletic performance programs for men's basketball and softball while assisting with football. He also previously worked with the Golden Hurricane women's basketball and women's soccer teams. Prior to Tulsa, Horn spent five seasons at VCU as the associate head strength and conditioning coach. Horn was directly responsible for designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for the Rams' men's and women's soccer, field hockey and golf teams while also assisting with men's and women's basketball. Horn began his professional career as a volunteer intern at Robert Morris University and Liberty University where he assisted with all aspects of the strength and conditioning program for football and men's and women's basketball. Horn played football at East Stroudsburg University for one season and James Madison University for three seasons. Originally from Inwood, W.Va., Horn graduated from Shepherd University with a bachelor's degree in exercise science in May of 2007 and completed his master's degree through the VCU Center for Sports Leadership in 2008. Horn is an approved mentor and strength and conditioning coach certified through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association. He is also a certified Sports Performance Coach through USA Weightlifting and a Level 1 Track and Field Coach through USA Track and Field. Horn and his wife, Ashley, have two children: son, Landon, and daughter, Addison. Courtesy of Wake Forrest Athletics www.elitefts.com

Ryan Horn is the Director of Athletic Perofrmnace of Men's Basketball at Wake Forrest University. Topics Covered in this Podcast 1. Ryan Horn's Career Path 2. Coming in to a new role at a new school 3. Utilizing Technology in the Athletic Performance Setting 4. "You can't manage what you don't manage." 5. Off-Season Training 6. The Upsidedown Pyramid 7. The role of the Athletic Performance Coach 8. "My job is not to ask questions, its; to give answers." 9. Assessment &amp; Evaluation 9. "I'd much rather teach, than correct." 10. Off-Season carryover into the Season 11. Perceptual vs Objective monitoring for readiness 12. How to reach Coach Horn The Ryan Horn File: Ryan Horn is in his first season with the Wake Forest basketball program in 2014-15. Horn serves as the Demon Deacons' Director of Athletic Performance. Horn joined the Demon Deacons in April 2014 after working under head coach Danny Manning at the University of Tulsa where he helped the Golden Hurricane win the 2013-14 Conference USA regular season and tournament championships--the program's first league title since 2003. Horn spent three seasons at Tulsa and most recently directed the athletic performance programs for men's basketball and softball while assisting with football. He also previously worked with the Golden Hurricane women's basketball and women's soccer teams. Prior to Tulsa, Horn spent five seasons at VCU as the associate head strength and conditioning coach. Horn was directly responsible for designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for the Rams' men's and women's soccer, field hockey and golf teams while also assisting with men's and women's basketball. Horn began his professional career as a volunteer intern at Robert Morris University and Liberty University where he assisted with all aspects of the strength and conditioning program for football and men's and women's basketball. Horn played football at East Stroudsburg University for one season and James Madison University for three seasons. Originally from Inwood, <a href="http://W.Va" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">W.Va</a>., Horn graduated from Shepherd University with a bachelor's degree in exercise science in May of 2007 and completed his master's degree through the VCU Center for Sports Leadership in 2008. Horn is an approved mentor and strength and conditioning coach certified through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association. He is also a certified Sports Performance Coach through USA Weightlifting and a Level 1 Track and Field Coach through USA Track and Field. Horn and his wife, Ashley, have two children: son, Landon, and daughter, Addison. Courtesy of Wake Forrest Athletics <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP - Ryan Horn Interview

Cory Schlesinger

Cory Schlesinger Assistant Director of Sports Enhancement for men's basketball  University of Alabama-Birmingham Topics Covered in this Podcast   The Nautilus Checklist A Strength Coach at age 19 Intern to Director The advantage of being an assistant General and Foundational Strength Noon ball to a new job The Coyote Kettlebell Club with Dan John Primal Movements - Motor Skills Movement for Body Awareness Complexes for multiple modalities Assessments for basketball players Joint by Joint from the ground up Don't need to be a genius to see dysfunction Modifications by height Olympic Lifting Variations for taller players Multiple squat variations the Wingspan Phenomena; Training Spiders Off-Season = Should be most variation Changes in the culture of Basketball Physicality can dictate the way players play The beauty of the younger sport coach The Southern culture in basketball Players are not education and it's not their fault Technology in sports performance Technology reinforces what you already know How weight training can turn into regeneration Experience beats technology Perceived maxes based on velocity: Fast and Smooth Programming  strength training in-season Off-Season Training Linear periodization using RPE Olympic Complex Conditioning throw extensive complexes and sled work Key to communications need to be transparent Find the universal language Mentoring Learning how to learn Identify how others learn Feel to replicate Give credit where credit is due How to reach Cory.  The Cory Schlesinger File Cory Schlesinger is an Assistant Director of Sports Enhancement to work with the Blazers' men's basketball program along with the men's golf program. "Coming to UAB is a dream job and it is a destination," Schlesinger said. "Mainly because I get to work specifically with Coach Jerod Haase. I believe in Coach Haase, and I believe that he will win and win at a high level." Schlesinger served a pair of internships at the University of North Carolina, in 2008 and 2009, while Haase was an assistant coach on Roy Williams' staff with the Tar Heels. “Cory’s knowledge for strength and conditioning is something that I love,” Haase said. “He is always trying to learn and grow as a coach, but what he brings with his knowledge is what already really sets him apart from others. He is young and energetic like the rest of our staff and will fit right in.  We have a chance to be really good in a lot of different ways and I think strength and conditioning is in good shape.” Schlesinger plans to not only get the Blazers' men's basketball players in best possible shape for the upcoming 2013-14 campaign, but also have their bodies ready for the long, grueling season. "One of my major goals is to impact the team in the offseason but also in season, when traveling with the team on the road," Schlesinger said. "Whether it be training, nutrition, supplementation or regeneration sessions, I want the guys recovered and ready for the next game." Schlesinger, a native of Hillsville, Va., spent the last three years as Director of Strength and Conditioning at Santa Clara University, working with student-athletes on the men's and women's basketball teams. Prior to joining the staff at Santa Clara, Schlesinger spent time at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. In addition, he was a sports nutritionist for the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) along with being a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and also earned certification in United States Weightlifting. Schlesinger earned his master's degree in education with a concentration in exercise science at Campbell University in 2011. During his time as a graduate assistant, he worked with the volleyball, men's soccer, swimming and diving, golf and tennis programs, while also assisting with football. A former basketball player at Berea College in Berea, Ky., Schlesinger graduated with a bachelor of arts in physical education with a concentration in exercise science and sports medicine in 2009. During his time as an undergraduate, Schlesinger completed a pair of internships at Wake Forest in 2007 under strength coach Ethan Reeve and a pair of internships at North Carolina in 2008 and 2009. At UNC he worked under strength coach Jonas Sahratian where he helped train the men's basketball team. "None of my experiences and I would not be where I am at today without Coach Jonas Sahratian," Schlesinger said. "He's my mentor and biggest influence and I owe everything to him for helping and guiding me." www.elitefts.com

Cory Schlesinger Assistant Director of Sports Enhancement for men's basketball University of Alabama-Birmingham Topics Covered in this Podcast <ol> <li> The Nautilus Checklist</li> <li>A Strength Coach at age 19</li> <li>Intern to Director</li> <li>The advantage of being an assistant</li> <li>General and Foundational Strength</li> <li>Noon ball to a new job</li> <li>The Coyote Kettlebell Club with Dan John</li> <li>Primal Movements - Motor Skills</li> <li>Movement for Body Awareness</li> <li>Complexes for multiple modalities</li> <li>Assessments for basketball players</li> <li>Joint by Joint from the ground up</li> <li>Don't need to be a genius to see dysfunction</li> <li>Modifications by height</li> <li>Olympic Lifting Variations for taller players</li> <li>Multiple squat variations</li> <li>the Wingspan Phenomena; Training Spiders</li> <li>Off-Season = Should be most variation</li> <li>Changes in the culture of Basketball</li> <li>Physicality can dictate the way players play</li> <li>The beauty of the younger sport coach</li> <li>The Southern culture in basketball</li> <li>Players are not education and it's not their fault</li> <li>Technology in sports performance</li> <li>Technology reinforces what you already know</li> <li>How weight training can turn into regeneration</li> <li>Experience beats technology</li> <li>Perceived maxes based on velocity: Fast and Smooth</li> <li>Programming  strength training in-season</li> <li>Off-Season Training</li> <li>Linear periodization using RPE</li> <li>Olympic Complex</li> <li>Conditioning throw extensive complexes and sled work</li> <li>Key to communications need to be transparent</li> <li>Find the universal language</li> <li>Mentoring</li> <li>Learning how to learn</li> <li>Identify how others learn</li> <li>Feel to replicate</li> <li>Give credit where credit is due</li> <li>How to reach Cory.</li> </ol> The Cory Schlesinger File Cory Schlesinger is an Assistant Director of Sports Enhancement to work with the Blazers' men's basketball program along with the men's golf program. "Coming to UAB is a dream job and it is a destination," Schlesinger said. "Mainly because I get to work specifically with Coach <a href="http://www.uabsports.com/sports/m-baskbl/mtt/jerod_haase_798006.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jerod Haase</a>. I believe in Coach Haase, and I believe that he will win and win at a high level." Schlesinger served a pair of internships at the University of North Carolina, in 2008 and 2009, while Haase was an assistant coach on Roy Williams' staff with the Tar Heels. “Cory’s knowledge for strength and conditioning is something that I love,” Haase said. “He is always trying to learn and grow as a coach, but what he brings with his knowledge is what already really sets him apart from others. He is young and energetic like the rest of our staff and will fit right in.  We have a chance to be really good in a lot of different ways and I think strength and conditioning is in good shape.” Schlesinger plans to not only get the Blazers' men's basketball players in best possible shape for the upcoming 2013-14 campaign, but also have their bodies ready for the long, grueling season. "One of my major goals is to impact the team in the offseason but also in season, when traveling with the team on the road," Schlesinger said. "Whether it be training, nutrition, supplementation or regeneration sessions, I want the guys recovered and ready for the next game." Schlesinger, a native of Hillsville, Va., spent the last three years as Director of Strength and Conditioning at Santa Clara University, working with student-athletes on the men's and women's basketball teams. Prior to joining the staff at Santa Clara, Schlesinger spent time at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. In addition, he was a sports nutritionist for the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) along with being a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and also earned certification in United States Weightlifting. Schlesinger earned his master's degree in education with a concentration in exercise science at Campbell University in 2011. During his time as a graduate assistant, he worked with the volleyball, men's soccer, swimming and diving, golf and tennis programs, while also assisting with football. A former basketball player at Berea College in Berea, Ky., Schlesinger graduated with a bachelor of arts in physical education with a concentration in exercise science and sports medicine in 2009. During his time as an undergraduate, Schlesinger completed a pair of internships at Wake Forest in 2007 under strength coach Ethan Reeve and a pair of internships at North Carolina in 2008 and 2009. At UNC he worked under strength coach Jonas Sahratian where he helped train the men's basketball team. "None of my experiences and I would not be where I am at today without Coach Jonas Sahratian," Schlesinger said. "He's my mentor and biggest influence and I owe everything to him for helping and guiding me." <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Cory Schlesinger Interview

Mark Uyeyama

Mark Uyeyama Interview Mark Uyeyama (ooh-ee-YAH-muh) is in his fifth season with the 49ers, and second as head strength and conditioning coach, after having served as the assistant strength and conditioning coach from 2008-10. In 2011, Uyeyama was named Samson Equipment’s NFL Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach of the Year by American Football Monthly. Uyeyama is responsible for overseeing the team’s strength and conditioning program, which includes strength, power development, speed, recovery and regeneration, as well as the nutritional program for the players. He brings an individualized approach to the strength and conditioning position within a team-based context.Uyeyama served as San Francisco’s assistant strength and conditioning coach from 2008 to 2010 after having served as the head strength and conditioning coach at Utah State University from 2004 to 2007. Uyeyama graduated from Utah in May of 2000 while working as a student assistant strength coach for two years. He then became a graduate assistant at USU before moving to another graduate assistant position at Arizona State from 2001 to 2003, when he was promoted to a full-time assistant. Prior to working in the strength and conditioning field, Uyeyama played football at Butte Community College in Oroville, CA and Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD. He earned a master’s degree in higher and post secondary education from ASU in May of 2003.Uyeyama is married to his wife, Tara.   Elitefts™ Collegiate Line http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=collegiate Podcasts at elitefts.com™ http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/ Coaching Articles at elitefts.com™ http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/coaching-training-articles/ Sports Performance Articles at elitefts.com™ http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/sports-training/ Articles by Mark Watts http://articles.elitefts.com/author/mark-watts/ Mark Watts' Training Log http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/training-logs.asp?tid=219&amp;__N=Mark%20Watts Elitefts™ Q&amp;A http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/ Elitefts™ SPP on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Mark Watts on Twitter https://twitter.com/Elitefts_EduDir

Mark Uyeyama Interview Mark Uyeyama (ooh-ee-YAH-muh) is in his fifth season with the 49ers, and second as head strength and conditioning coach, after having served as the assistant strength and conditioning coach from 2008-10. In 2011, Uyeyama was named Samson Equipment’s NFL Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach of the Year by American Football Monthly. Uyeyama is responsible for overseeing the team’s strength and conditioning program, which includes strength, power development, speed, recovery and regeneration, as well as the nutritional program for the players. He brings an individualized approach to the strength and conditioning position within a team-based context.Uyeyama served as San Francisco’s assistant strength and conditioning coach from 2008 to 2010 after having served as the head strength and conditioning coach at Utah State University from 2004 to 2007. Uyeyama graduated from Utah in May of 2000 while working as a student assistant strength coach for two years. He then became a graduate assistant at USU before moving to another graduate assistant position at Arizona State from 2001 to 2003, when he was promoted to a full-time assistant. Prior to working in the strength and conditioning field, Uyeyama played football at Butte Community College in Oroville, CA and Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD. He earned a master’s degree in higher and post secondary education from ASU in May of 2003.Uyeyama is married to his wife, Tara. Elitefts™ Collegiate Line <a href="http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=collegiate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=SR&amp;SearchPhrase=collegiate</a> Podcasts at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/</a> Coaching Articles at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/coaching-training-articles/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/coaching-training-articles/</a> Sports Performance Articles at <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a>™ <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/sports-training/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/training-articles/sports-training/</a> Articles by Mark Watts <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/author/mark-watts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/author/mark-watts/</a> Mark Watts' Training Log <a href="http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/training-logs.asp?tid=219&amp;__N=Mark%20Watts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/training-logs.asp?tid=219&amp;__N=Mark%20Watts</a> Elitefts™ Q&amp;A <a href="http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://asp.elitefts.net/qa/</a> Elitefts™ SPP on iTunes <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elitefts-sports-performance/id780826169?mt=2&amp;ign-mpt=uo%3D4</a> Mark Watts on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/Elitefts_EduDir" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Elitefts_EduDir</a>

Elitefts SPP: Mark Uyeyama, San Francisco 49ers

Mike Robertson

Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. Topics in the Podcast How Mike got into the Profession How Mike hooked up with elitefts.com Making the Connection between Rehab and Performance The difference between medical based and performance based re-hab The 2 sides of the R7 Philosophy origin Creating systems for program design Treat everyone like an athlete Assessments and screening for new clients and athletes What most athletes need and what their biggest weaknesses are Mike's staple movements regardless of athlete or client The benefit's of standardizing training templates Progressions, Regressions, and Exercises Variations The one thing that will help any athlete or lifter Mike's advise for people getting into the profession http://www.elitefts.net/ http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/audio/  Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/who-is-mike-robertson/#sthash.SpfwXzgI.dpufMike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/who-is-mike-robertson/#sthash.SpfwXzgI.dpufMike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/#sthash.9BBe83cW.dpufMike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/#sthash.9BBe83cW.dpuf

Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. Topics in the Podcast How Mike got into the Profession How Mike hooked up with <a href="http://elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">elitefts.com</a> Making the Connection between Rehab and Performance The difference between medical based and performance based re-hab The 2 sides of the R7 Philosophy origin Creating systems for program design Treat everyone like an athlete Assessments and screening for new clients and athletes What most athletes need and what their biggest weaknesses are Mike's staple movements regardless of athlete or client The benefit's of standardizing training templates Progressions, Regressions, and Exercises Variations The one thing that will help any athlete or lifter Mike's advise for people getting into the profession <a href="http://www.elitefts.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.elitefts.net/</a> <a href="http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/audio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://articles.elitefts.com/category/podcasts/audio/</a>  Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: <a href="http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/who-is-mike-robertson/#sthash.SpfwXzgI.dpuf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/who-is-mike-robertson/#sthash.SpfwXzgI.dpuf</a> Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: <a href="http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/who-is-mike-robertson/#sthash.SpfwXzgI.dpuf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/blog/who-is-mike-robertson/#sthash.SpfwXzgI.dpuf</a> Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: <a href="http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/#sthash.9BBe83cW.dpuf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/#sthash.9BBe83cW.dpuf</a> Mike Robertson is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (I-FAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mike has made a name for himself as one of the premier performance coaches in the world, helping clients and athletes from all walks of life achieve their physique and sports performance goals. - See more at: <a href="http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/#sthash.9BBe83cW.dpuf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://robertsontrainingsystems.com/#sthash.9BBe83cW.dpuf</a>

Elitefts SPP: Mike Robertson Interview

Gary Schofield

Gary Schofiled Heade Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Greater Atlanta Christian School NSAC Southest Regional Coordinator Topics in this Podcast How Gary Schofield got started.From D3 Baseball to the NBAThink different to make a difference High School Strength &amp; Conditioning in the SoutheastWhat a typical day looks like Adapting the training for athletes that are in-seasonMonitoring Athletes at the High School LevelWhat gets measured mattersThe role of an Educator in a Physical Education SettingFive Premises for Every High School Strength CoachWhat does a High School plan look likeThree factors when developing a plan.Speed and Agility Progressions for AthletesRest &amp; Recovery is the best thing I have added to my program 4 phases of Agility Training4 Phases of Linear Speed DevelopmentSports are not played for sport; sports are played for scholarshipsThe Criticism of CrossFit. Why?Coaches Rock, Experts Rule Can’t have impact without ConnectionCoach Schofield’s Biggest influences Coach Schofield on Twitter Greater Atlanta Christian School NSCA Southeast Region on FaceBook Elitefts.com

Gary Schofiled Heade Strength &amp; Conditioning Coach Greater Atlanta Christian School NSAC Southest Regional Coordinator Topics in this Podcast How Gary Schofield got started.From D3 Baseball to the NBAThink different to make a difference High School Strength &amp; Conditioning in the SoutheastWhat a typical day looks like Adapting the training for athletes that are in-seasonMonitoring Athletes at the High School LevelWhat gets measured mattersThe role of an Educator in a Physical Education SettingFive Premises for Every High School Strength CoachWhat does a High School plan look likeThree factors when developing a plan.Speed and Agility Progressions for AthletesRest &amp; Recovery is the best thing I have added to my program 4 phases of Agility Training4 Phases of Linear Speed DevelopmentSports are not played for sport; sports are played for scholarshipsThe Criticism of CrossFit. Why?Coaches Rock, Experts Rule Can’t have impact without ConnectionCoach Schofield’s Biggest influences <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSchofield" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coach Schofield on Twitter</a> <a href="http://www.greateratlantachristian.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Greater Atlanta Christian School</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSCASoutheastRegion/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NSCA Southeast Region on FaceBook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSchofield" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Gary Schofield Interview

Dan Baker

Dan Baker of danbakerstrength.com and formerlly of the Brisbane Broncos Topics Covered in This Podcast: 1. Coach Baker's transition from professional coaching 2. Wave-Cycling for In-Season training 3. Neuarl deload vs. Volumbe deload 4. Maintaining intesity in-season 5. Coach Baker's go-to lifts 6. Reflection of strength vs. building strength 7. Weekly in-season training schedule 8. Training for rugby vs. other sports 9. monitoring strength &amp; power during the season 10. The PSychological aspect of training in-season 11. The state of strength &amp; conditioning in Australia vs. the rest of the world 12. The biggest mistake when conditinign team sports 13. The biggest issues of LSD conditionign &amp; circuit training 14. Integrating the Technical &amp; tactical development with physical development 15. The best lessons Coach Baker got in the profession Dan Baker is one of the worlds leading authorities upon strength and power training for sports athletes. A PhD in sports science specializing in the testing and training of strength and power, he has the scientific knowledge and practical know how to implement effective strength and power training for sports athletes. Unlike most Phd’s he does not work as a full-time lecturer or in a laboratory – he trains athletes. No science bullshit – just the stuff that works. Some things about Dan Baker   As a strength &amp; conditioning coach Strength and power training coach of the Brisbane Broncos Rugby league team since 1995 (title winners 1997, 1998, 2000, 2006) Former champion powerlifter and powerlifting coach Strength and Conditioning Coach to elite international and national level athletes in the following sports – rugby league, rugby union, powerlifting, diving, soccer, track &amp; field, netball, mixed martial arts to name a few A Level 3 Strength and Conditioning Coach and Master Coach of Strength and Conditioning as recognized by the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association As an Educator and Mentor for strength &amp; conditioning coaches Dan is the National President of the Australian Strength &amp; Conditioning Association (ASCA) which is the not-for-profit body recognized by the Australian Federal Government to educate and accredit strength &amp; conditioning coaches within Australia. Dan continues to lecture to all levels of ASCA coaches, from Level 1 beginner Coaches through to the Level 3 Elite Athlete Coaches. Dan is a sought after Educator of Strength &amp; Conditioning Coaches because he makes the science easy and tells it straight. The practical implementation is what it is all about.  Life memberships In Australian sport and social life, the “Club” is important. Dedicated club members are sometimes bestowed an honour titled “Life Member” for endless hours of dedicated work on behalf of the Club or Organization. Dan has three Life Memberships. Dan is a Life Member of the ASCA. Dan is a Life Member of North Kirra Surf_Lifesaving Club Dan is a Life Member of the University of Queensland Powerlifting &amp; Weightlifting Club. Some cross-training workouts to enhance your energy system fitness Recent trends in high-intensity aerobic training

Dan Baker of <a href="http://danbakerstrength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">danbakerstrength.com</a> and formerlly of the Brisbane Broncos Topics Covered in This Podcast: 1. Coach Baker's transition from professional coaching 2. Wave-Cycling for In-Season training 3. Neuarl deload vs. Volumbe deload 4. Maintaining intesity in-season 5. Coach Baker's go-to lifts 6. Reflection of strength vs. building strength 7. Weekly in-season training schedule 8. Training for rugby vs. other sports 9. monitoring strength &amp; power during the season 10. The PSychological aspect of training in-season 11. The state of strength &amp; conditioning in Australia vs. the rest of the world 12. The biggest mistake when conditinign team sports 13. The biggest issues of LSD conditionign &amp; circuit training 14. Integrating the Technical &amp; tactical development with physical development 15. The best lessons Coach Baker got in the profession Dan Baker is one of the worlds leading authorities upon strength and power training for sports athletes. A PhD in sports science specializing in the testing and training of strength and power, he has the scientific knowledge and practical know how to implement effective strength and power training for sports athletes. Unlike most Phd’s he does not work as a full-time lecturer or in a laboratory – he trains athletes. No science bullshit – just the stuff that works. Some things about Dan Baker As a strength &amp; conditioning coach Strength and power training coach of the Brisbane Broncos Rugby league team since 1995 (title winners 1997, 1998, 2000, 2006) Former champion powerlifter and powerlifting coach Strength and Conditioning Coach to elite international and national level athletes in the following sports – rugby league, rugby union, powerlifting, diving, soccer, track &amp; field, netball, mixed martial arts to name a few A Level 3 Strength and Conditioning Coach and Master Coach of Strength and Conditioning as recognized by the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association As an Educator and Mentor for strength &amp; conditioning coaches Dan is the National President of the Australian Strength &amp; Conditioning Association (ASCA) which is the not-for-profit body recognized by the Australian Federal Government to educate and accredit strength &amp; conditioning coaches within Australia. Dan continues to lecture to all levels of ASCA coaches, from Level 1 beginner Coaches through to the Level 3 Elite Athlete Coaches. Dan is a sought after Educator of Strength &amp; Conditioning Coaches because he makes the science easy and tells it straight. The practical implementation is what it is all about. Life memberships In Australian sport and social life, the “Club” is important. Dedicated club members are sometimes bestowed an honour titled “Life Member” for endless hours of dedicated work on behalf of the Club or Organization. Dan has three Life Memberships. Dan is a Life Member of the ASCA. Dan is a Life Member of North Kirra Surf_Lifesaving Club Dan is a Life Member of the University of Queensland Powerlifting &amp; Weightlifting Club. <a href="Some cross-training workouts to enhance your energy system fitness" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Some cross-training workouts to enhance your energy system fitness</a> <a href="http://www.danbakerstrength.com/free-articles/recent-trends-in-high-intensity-aerobic-training/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recent trends in high-intensity aerobic training</a>

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Adam Feit

Interview with Adam Feit Director of Sports Performance at Reach Your Potential Training Founder of The Young Strength Coaches Corner www.adamfeit.com Topics Covered in this Podcast  Adam's career path: paying dues The Springfield College advantage From a young assistant to a younger head coach Developing assistants for the next step Finding what makes you stand out as a coach Empowering assistant coaches  Nutritional strategies for athletes Adjusting from college to the NFL The decision to make the move into the private sector Communication with youth athletes The experience of a private sector like RYPT The YSCC : From networking to coaching frustrations to career advice How to reach Adam  The Adam Fiet File  Courtesy of www.igotrypt.com Certifications:  National Strength and Conditioning Association- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS) Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association- Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (CSCCa-SCCC) United States Weightlifting Coach- Level 1 Certified (USAW-1) National Academy of Sports Medicine-Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM-PES) Precision Nutrition- Certified Nutritionist (PN-1)  Education:  B.S. Applied Exercise Science (Springfield College, 2006) M.S. Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention  (California University of Pennsylvania, 2009)  Adam Feit is the Director of Sports Performance for Reach Your Potential Training and is responsible for the design and implementation of the center's sports performance programs. Adam brings a host of college and professional strength and conditioning and nutrition experience to Reach Your Potential Training. Previously serving as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach and Nutrition Coordinator for the NFL's Carolina Panthers, Adam designed and implemented the strength and conditioning programs for the Panthers' specialist and quarterback position groups. Adam also supervised the strength and conditioning programs for the offensive and defensive skill players while overseeing the entire team's performance nutrition program, including meal plan design, supplement protocols and on/off-site meal services. Before joining the Carolina Panthers, Adam served as the Head Sports Performance Coach for Eastern Michigan University in 2010-2011. Adam designed sports performance programs for football and women's soccer, while supervising a full-time staff in charge of 21 varsity sports. While at Eastern, Adam implemented the university's first nutrition training table and supplement station and directed major advancements and renovations to the school's strength and conditioning facilities. Prior to assuming head coaching responsibilities at Eastern Michigan, Adam served as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the University of Louisville's Football Team. At Louisville, he assisted with the design and implementation of the football team's athlete development programs through the 2008 and 2009 football seasons.  Earlier in Adam's career, he served as a Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for The Citadel in Charleston, SC. He also performed strength and conditioning internships with Arizona State University, US Olympic Training Center, University of Connecticut and Springfield College. As a college athlete, Adam played football for Springfield College in Springfield, MA. During his years as an offensive lineman, he was a team captain and garnered all-consensus 1st Team All-American and All-Empire 8 League honors. As the Division III's East Region Offensive Lineman of the Year in 2006, he helped Springfield win its' only Empire 8 Championship and reach the second round of the NCAA playoffs. Adam also represented Team USA in the Division III All-Star game, the Aztec Bowl, in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Adam's passion for sports performance doesn't end with coaching. He is an active competitive lifter in Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting and strongman. Adam is married to Mary Kate Feit (Jones), also a sports performance coach and competitive lifter, and have a newborn son Cody.  When not coaching, training or spending time with family, you can find Adam writing on his blog at http://www.adamfeit.com or working with his online social network of young strength and conditioning coaches with the YSCC (Young Strength Coaches Corner). 

Interview with Adam Feit Director of Sports Performance at Reach Your Potential Training Founder of The Young Strength Coaches Corner <a href="http://www.adamfeit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.adamfeit.com</a> Topics Covered in this Podcast <ol> <li>Adam's career path: paying dues</li> <li>The Springfield College advantage</li> <li>From a young assistant to a younger head coach</li> <li>Developing assistants for the next step</li> <li>Finding what makes you stand out as a coach</li> <li>Empowering assistant coaches </li> <li>Nutritional strategies for athletes</li> <li>Adjusting from college to the NFL</li> <li>The decision to make the move into the private sector</li> <li>Communication with youth athletes</li> <li>The experience of a private sector like RYPT</li> <li>The YSCC : From networking to coaching frustrations to career advice</li> <li>How to reach Adam</li> </ol> The Adam Fiet File Courtesy of <a href="http://www.igotrypt.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.igotrypt.com</a> Certifications: <ul> <li>National Strength and Conditioning Association- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS)</li> <li>Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association- Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (CSCCa-SCCC)</li> <li>United States Weightlifting Coach- Level 1 Certified (USAW-1)</li> <li>National Academy of Sports Medicine-Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM-PES)</li> <li>Precision Nutrition- Certified Nutritionist (PN-1)</li> </ul> Education: <ul> <li>B.S. Applied Exercise Science (Springfield College, 2006)</li> <li>M.S. Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention  (California University of Pennsylvania, 2009)</li> </ul> Adam Feit is the Director of Sports Performance for Reach Your Potential Training and is responsible for the design and implementation of the center's sports performance programs. Adam brings a host of college and professional strength and conditioning and nutrition experience to Reach Your Potential Training. Previously serving as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach and Nutrition Coordinator for the NFL's Carolina Panthers, Adam designed and implemented the strength and conditioning programs for the Panthers' specialist and quarterback position groups. Adam also supervised the strength and conditioning programs for the offensive and defensive skill players while overseeing the entire team's performance nutrition program, including meal plan design, supplement protocols and on/off-site meal services. Before joining the Carolina Panthers, Adam served as the Head Sports Performance Coach for Eastern Michigan University in 2010-2011. Adam designed sports performance programs for football and women's soccer, while supervising a full-time staff in charge of 21 varsity sports. While at Eastern, Adam implemented the university's first nutrition training table and supplement station and directed major advancements and renovations to the school's strength and conditioning facilities. Prior to assuming head coaching responsibilities at Eastern Michigan, Adam served as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the University of Louisville's Football Team. At Louisville, he assisted with the design and implementation of the football team's athlete development programs through the 2008 and 2009 football seasons.<a href="http://igotrypt.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/a-feit1.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Earlier in Adam's career, he served as a Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for The Citadel in Charleston, SC. He also performed strength and conditioning internships with Arizona State University, US Olympic Training Center, University of Connecticut and Springfield College. As a college athlete, Adam played football for Springfield College in Springfield, MA. During his years as an offensive lineman, he was a team captain and garnered all-consensus 1st Team All-American and All-Empire 8 League honors. As the Division III's East Region Offensive Lineman of the Year in 2006, he helped Springfield win its' only Empire 8 Championship and reach the second round of the NCAA playoffs. Adam also represented Team USA in the Division III All-Star game, the Aztec Bowl, in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Adam's passion for sports performance doesn't end with coaching. He is an active competitive lifter in Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting and strongman. Adam is married to Mary Kate Feit (Jones), also a sports performance coach and competitive lifter, and have a newborn son Cody.  When not coaching, training or spending time with family, you can find Adam writing on his blog at <a href="http://www.adamfeit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.adamfeit.com</a> or working with his online social network of young strength and conditioning coaches with the YSCC <a href="https://www.facebook.com/YSCCa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">(Young Strength Coaches Corner)</a>.

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Frank Wintrich

Frank Wintrich Director of Football Sports Performance Brigham Young University Topic in this Podcast How Coach Wintrich got startedAssessmentsOlympic LiftsHigh Low SequencingIn-Season TrainingTechnologyThe ABCs Advice for Young Coaches The Frank Wintrich File Provides the BYU football program with integrated short and long term physical preparation training. A highlight of this training is the implementation of the multi-year system of training known as P.A.D.S. This program incorporates a holistic approach to the development of athletes, ensuring the mastery of one skill before moving forward with the development of a more advanced skill. Training begins with developing the minds of athletes through the utilization of the Self Aware Athlete program. This educational resource teaches athletes how to understand their bodies in order to better provide for their everyday physical and emotional needs. Performance Program Principles dictate athletes train safely, with a focus on strength development along with skills specific to their individual needs and most importantly developing the Warrior Mindset – a program established in conjunction with former USMC Force Reconnaissance Marines and Sport Psychology PhD’s.Years at BYU 2015-presentEducation  Bachelor of Science, Sports and Fitness Management – Kentucky Wesleyan College, 2002 Before BYU  Director of football performance, University of North Texas 2011-2014   Associate director of strength and conditioning, University of South Florida, 2008-2010   Director of athletic development, The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, 2006-2007   Assistant strength and conditioning coach,  Utah State University, 2004-2005   Coaching assistant,  Arizona State University, 2003   Head strength coach, Hardin-Simmons University, 2002 Playing Career A team captain two consecutive years and a two-time All-American at linebacker for Kentucky Wesleyan CollegePersonal Hometown: Seminole, Florida  www.elitefts.com

Frank Wintrich Director of Football Sports Performance Brigham Young University Topic in this Podcast How Coach Wintrich got startedAssessmentsOlympic LiftsHigh Low SequencingIn-Season TrainingTechnologyThe ABCs Advice for Young Coaches The Frank Wintrich File Provides the BYU football program with integrated short and long term physical preparation training. A highlight of this training is the implementation of the multi-year system of training known as P.A.D.S. This program incorporates a holistic approach to the development of athletes, ensuring the mastery of one skill before moving forward with the development of a more advanced skill. Training begins with developing the minds of athletes through the utilization of the Self Aware Athlete program. This educational resource teaches athletes how to understand their bodies in order to better provide for their everyday physical and emotional needs. Performance Program Principles dictate athletes train safely, with a focus on strength development along with skills specific to their individual needs and most importantly developing the Warrior Mindset – a program established in conjunction with former USMC Force Reconnaissance Marines and Sport Psychology PhD’s.Years at BYU <ul> <li>2015-present</li></ul>Education <ul> <li> Bachelor of Science, Sports and Fitness Management – Kentucky Wesleyan College, 2002 </li></ul>Before BYU <ul> <li> Director of football performance, University of North Texas 2011-2014 </li> <li> Associate director of strength and conditioning, University of South Florida, 2008-2010 </li> <li> Director of athletic development, The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, 2006-2007 </li> <li> Assistant strength and conditioning coach,  Utah State University, 2004-2005 </li> <li> Coaching assistant,  Arizona State University, 2003 </li> <li> Head strength coach, Hardin-Simmons University, 2002 </li></ul>Playing Career <ul> <li>A team captain two consecutive years and a two-time All-American at linebacker for Kentucky Wesleyan College</li></ul>Personal <ul> <li>Hometown: Seminole, Florida</li> </ul> <a href="http://www.elitefts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.elitefts.com</a>

Elitefts SPP: Frank Wintrich Interview

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