Athletic Strength And Power

Category: Motivation

  • Jibreel Black Pro Football Prep Work at ASAP Cincy

    ASAP Feature Athlete:  Jibreel Black
    Michigan Football
    Cincinnati Wyoming High School

    BijUTjcCcAENoCBIn this ASAP Video, take a look at this former Michigan Football star's quest to play professional football. Here's a look at some of the training that he's been doing as he prepared for his Michigan PRO DAY and as he continues to prepare for a potential professional football career. Jibreel talks about the training and shares some of his present day dietary habits. He has been working with ASAP Sports Science Director Ted Lambrinides and Former NFL Indianapolis Colt Rocky Boiman (Super Bowl) at Jamie Ray's ASAP CINCINNATI.  
    Jibreel Black attended Cincinnati Wyoming High School and played for Head Football Coach Bernie Barre, a member of the Ohio High School Football Coaches' Hall of Fame. 

    Following a standout high school career, Jibreel then headed to Ann Arbor and the Michigan Wolverines…… the winningest program in college football. 

    ASAP Video and Blogpost by Ed Cicale
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  • Tennessee Football Strength Clinic Wrap-up + Photos/Video

    IMG_20140228_174256In Knoxville last week at The 31st Annual University of Tennessee Strength & Conditioning Clinic, it was basically all training talk where nearly 180 coaches, from all levels and divisions, convened to learn, absorb and share ideas on administering a strength program. This was one of the partnered Hammer Strength Clincs, and Lon Record & Life Fitness are known for disseminating real training information to coaches in the strength field. Certainly, few programs are going to possess the tool box (see photos) that the Vols' Head Strength Coach Dave Lawson gets to use for training the storied program down by Rocky Top, but each coach in attendance could leave that clinic with a new idea or technique. In addition, there's the opportunity to network at a well attended clinic like that…..or develop new professional relationships to last a lifetime. 

    TENN Group shotBesides all the great weightroom stuff there in Knoxville, Coach Lawson has developed a very knowledgeable and motivating strength staff to implement the detailed and well designed program. Mike Szerszen, Brandon Myles, Ike Brown and Greg Adamson all play huge roles in Head Football Coach Butch Jones' vision of returning Tennessee Volunteer Football back to national prominence. 

    After a hearty breakfast of an 'Ultimate Omelet' and a stack of french toast at Pete's Coffee Shop and Restaurant in downtown Knoxville…. just a long touchdown pass from the Hilton, ASAP Sports Science Director Ted Lambrinides and I made our way back to the UT Vols Strength Clinic: DAY TWO. That's where Coach Butch Jones kicked off the Saturday morning program with a nice presentation and message about developing your own personal brand and that it's the "inches that make the champion". 

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    From there it was Dave Lawson and Mike Szerszen, who detailed the Vols' program and then Dave Rankin of Alcoa High School gave a well received talk which was followed by Mike Gentry of Virginia Tech as he explained the details of how he trains the Hokies. On the previous night,  UT Football Strength Coach Mike Szerszen and Georgia Tech Director of Player Development John Sisk were the headline speakers. Visit our website soon for podcasts with John Sisk and Mike Gentry.

    All in all, a very nice weekend in Tennessee at the Anderson Training Center and we're definitely looking forward to the 32nd Annual event!!
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    ASAP Video and Blogpost by Ed Cicale
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  • Tennessee Vols Strength Clinic Knoxville…Feb 28th and March 1st

    UTThe Tennessee Vols are prepping for their 2014 Strength and Conditioning Clinic. Coach Michael Szerszen and Head Strength Coach Dave Lawson are hosting this event and have planned a well rounded itinerary for football and strength coaches, physical therapists, athletic trainers, fitness professionals and personal trainers. Be sure to check out the brochure for all of the pertinent information. Then get ready to head to Knoxville! The weight training center there is someting to see:

    Click Here for the Brochure

    Here's a couple of videos to get you warmed up. See you there!

     

    ASAP Video and Blogpost by Ed Cicale
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  • Hammer Strength Clinic at Noblesville Indiana: Feb 15 2014

    USV-042-HammerStrength-Header-VFThe next clinic that I'll be attending is in Noblesville, Indiana. This is an official Hammer Strength Clinic and is sure to be a good one. Strength Coaches from the University of Minnesota, the University of Notre Dame and the Chicago Bears will join Noblesville High School's Head Strength Coach Brian Clarke. By the way, the strength training complex at Noblesville High School is a "must see" and truly an amazing place. If you don't believe me, then just check out this video that ASAP~Athletic Strength And Power shot last year. After you watch that….register for this year's clinic here

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  • Mississippi State Strength Clinic February 21 & 22 2014

    The Mississippi State Bulldogs' Strength & Conditioning staff will conduct a clinic on Friday and Saturday, February 21-22, 2014. ASAP~Athletic Strength And Power visited Hail State just this past August as we took in some fall practice and recieved the complete tour at the newly completed Leo Seal Football Complex. Coaches Thomas Stallworth and Brady Collins gave us the complete tour and supervised a morning training session.  

    The Mississippi State Strength Staff would like to invite you to the 5th Annual Mississippi State Strength & Conditioning Clinic that's being conducted in Starkville. The clinic has been set up to provide coaches with the information needed to enhance their teams' performance both in competition and life. Recently hired, Rick Court, the Dawg's new Director of Football Strength Training, will be on hand for all the action and enthused about his new role down in Mississippi. 

    Who:
    College Sport & Strength Coaches, High School Coaches, Club, JR. High, Athletic Trainers, Personal Trainers, Physical Therapists, Fitness Professionals, & Anyone who is interested in learning more about the field of Strength & Conditioning

    When:
    Friday February 21, 5:00 pm– 8:00 pm and Saturday February 22, 7:00 am– 4:00 pm

    Where: 
    New LEO SEAL JR. FOOTBALL COMPLEX

    Click here for the clinc brochure and registration
    Asap at miss state

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  • 2014 HIT Resurgence Conference Minneapolis Minnesota

      6a00d83453dfa869e2014e882cbba9970d-320wiOur longtime coaching colleague, Kim Wood will be one of the featured speakers at this upcoming clinic!

    The HIT Resurgence Conference (February 28-March 1st) brings together the world's top researchers, strength coaches, and practitioners from every walk of the exercise industry to discuss strength training research, implementation, and benefits ranging from chronic disease prevention, athletic performance, and improved physical function. In addition to presenting the current scientific research revolving around resistance training, the conference also ties in the incredibly rich heritage of Nautilus and HIT training principles and how this heritage impacts the entire fitness industry today. This conference is perfect for strength coaches, personal trainers, and practitioners who want to be on the cutting edge of "evidence-based" practice as well as Nautilus devotees that remember and understand the rich history of Arthur Jones and the movement that he created over 40 years ago. The conference is a great opportunity to earn CEU's through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). In addition to 8 presentations, the conference also features an early morning workout, breakout sessions covering a variety of "practical" topics, and an attendee social on Friday night. The conference takes place at the picturesque Marquette Hotel Conference Center positioned at the top floor of Minneapolis's tallest building.

    ASAP Video and Blogpost by Ed Cicale
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  • Seattle Seahawks’ Asst Strength Coach Mondray Gee

    100723-gee-250Here's an ASAP~Athletic Strength And Power shout out to Seattle Seahawks' Assistant Strength Coach Mondray Gee. Coach Gee, who's been working with NFL players for over 12 years, is heading to The Super Bowl.
    After grinding out several years with the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers, Mondray is now heading to the dream destination as the Seahawks will be taking on the Denver Broncos in the National Football League's biggest contest. As Head Strength Coach Chris Carlisle's assistant, Gee's responsiblility is with developing player mobility, stability, flexibility, strength and power.

    Here's an article that appeared in the Detroit Free Press on Coach Mondray Gee

    Also, Coach Mondray Gee will be one of the featured speakers at Michigan State's 2014 Spartan Strength & Conditioning Clinic on February 7th and 8th. Gee had also done some undergrad work and served as a graduate assistant for Michigan State…so, now he's coming back to share some of his information from the professional football strength training perspective. 

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  • ASAP “Best of” Michigan State Football Strength Videos and Photos & Big Ten Champs Strength Clinic Info

    2014-Rose-Bowl-logo-by-Vizio-for-100th-game-courtesy-Rose-BowlJanuary 19th 2014:  The 2013 Big Ten Champions and 2014 Rose Bowl Champions are set for their annual clinic in East Lansing. Find out the foundation and mindset of this winning college football strength program and The Michigan State Spartans who ended up ranked #3 in the final polls of the 2013 season. 
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    Nov 7 2014:   Here are the latest photos from our in-depth look into the MSU Football training program. ASAP recently checked in at one of college football's premier programs and with one of the more revered strength coaches in the game today…. Ken Mannie. He's been at it for thirty years, the last nineteen with the Spartans at Michigan State. He's had many of the players whom he's trained, move on to the NFL. Yet, more importantly to him, he's more proud of the program that he's developed in East Lansing, where the prevailing attitude is to "Earn The Jersey." Championships… bowl wins…. and presently, the Spartans sit atop the "Legends" Division  in the Big Ten Conference. This poised Michigan State squad is on a collision course with an appearance in this year's Big Ten Championship game and they have their sites on the 100th Rose Bowl Game presented by Vizio. 

    Mannie_edited-1Click here or on the picture for the photos at Michigan State Football

     

     

     

     

     

    And, here's ASAP's  "Best of Michigan State" Strength Videos!

    Head Strength Coach Ken Mannie explains training procedures and ways to motivate athletes at his MSU Spartan Strength Clinic

    Michigan State gets fast and furious on the Mills!

     

     MSU Football Training at Spartan Stadium

    Bottom Line Strength Training techniques from Michigan State University.  A few highlights here, too: …. Greg Jones, Kirk Cousins, and an 82 yard punt return by Keyshawn Martin and more.

    MSU "Earn the Jersey"

    Michigan State Strength Training….one of the most popular training videos on YouTube!

    Spartan Interval Training Program


    Neck Training Program 

    MSU Football Weightroom Tour and Training Program with Coach Mike Vorkapich & Clinic

    ASAP Video and Blogpost by Ed Cicale
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  • Ohio State Football Strength Clinic 2014 + Bonus Photos

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    Ohio State has canceled this  2014 Clinic. 

     

     

    The Ohio State Football Strength Staff has canceled the date and seminar agenda for their 2014 Strength and Conditioning Clinic to be held on February 1, 2014. The clinic, to be held at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, will be an excellent way for any coach, whether professional, collegiate or high school…. to increase their knowledge about the intricate training that's involved with preparing football players for competition. The clinic also promises to be a great learning experience for anyone involved with the training and conditioning of athletes. 
    Longtime strength professional, Mickey Marotti, is now the Asst. AD for Football Sports Performance for the Buckeyes and has coached a multitude of athletes to championship levels at all of the stops along his coaching path. And, of course, that includes preparing football squads that won two NCAA Football National Championships. Coach Marotti's staff will take the time to explain the program. Rick Court, Jeff Uhlenhake, Kenny Parker, and Anthony Schlegel are all true professionals and enjoy teaching, coaching and sharing ideas with the strength coaching community.  Former Buckeye, Bobby Carpenter will also be a speaker and share his experience of all his training.

    Click the OSU Logo for Clinic Brochure and the photos
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  • Michigan State Strength Staff Announces Clinic Date

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    This just in….. information on Michigan State’s Annual Strength Clinic:
    Click here or the photo for the clinic registration material and information on this year’s speakers

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