why strength and conditioning is important at the high school level christopher foehr don bosco prep
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Why Strength and Conditioning is Important at the High School Level
Christopher FoehrDon Bosco Prep
2 Primary Goals of a Strength and Conditioning Coach
1)Improve Athletic Performance
2)Reduce Athletic Injuries
A strength and conditioning coach must have content knowledge of:◦ - Anatomy, bioenergetics, exercise physiology,
biomechanics◦ - Nutrition◦ - Flexibility, conditioning and correct exercise
techniques◦ - Policies, procedures, layout design and
guidelines
◦ (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
Content Knowledge
Strength and Conditioning consists of:
-Strength Training
-Speed & Agility Training
-Flexibility
-Recovery
-Rehabilitation
-Training Planning
-Balance
General Strength
Maximum Strength
Specific Strength
Strength Endurance
Power
Strength Training- Types of Strengths
Strength Training Equipment
Tires Barbells/Dumbbells Chains
Bands Prowler
Acceleration
Speed
Plyometrics
Change in Direction
Technique
Speed & Agility Training
Speed & Agility Equipment
Sleds Ladders
Parachutes Cones and Bands
Muscle/Joint/Connective Tissue
Stretching- Static- Dynamic
Warm Up
Cool Down
Flexibility – Range of Motion
Periodization is an organized approach to training that involves progressive cycling of various aspects of a training program during a specific period of time to bring about optimal gains in physical performance.
Training Planning
# of sets per exercise
# of repetitions per set
Types, order and # of exercises per training session
Rest period between sets and exercises
Various Aspects
Resistance/Load
Type and tempo of muscles action (ex. Eccentric, concentric, isometric)
Frequency of training sessions
Various Aspects- Cont.
o Periodization schedule for a fall high school athlete:o - Off Season: January-June
o - Pre Season: July-August
o - Competition: September-November
o - Post Season: December
Example
Design regiments to strengthen body parts that are prone to injury
As strength coaches, we must be able to teach correct exercise and lifting techniques to our athletes.
If we cannot keep athletes injury free, then all other training improvements are for nothing.
Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Keys to injury prevention for all athletes◦ - Flexibility◦ - Strength◦ - Balance◦ - Agility◦ - Core Stability◦ - Coordination◦ - Body Control Through Functional Movements
Injury Prevention Program
Stretching
Ice Baths
Pool
Massage
Sleep
Rehabilitation/Prehabilitation
Conditioning coaches can monitor an athletes general health and may provide nutritional advice.
Nutrition
In order to qualify to take the CSCS certification test, a candidate must:◦ - have a bachelors degree from an approved and
accredited college/university.◦ - be a current senior in college pursuing an
undergraduate degree from an approved and accredited college/university.
◦ - have earned a chiropractic medicine degree.◦ -have a current CPR and AED Certification
◦ http://www.nsca.com/Certification/CSCS/
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Total Package
Strength Training + Speed & Agility Training
Proper Nutrition + Rehabilitation
Health Promotion and Fitness Management- Rowan University
ISSA Certified (International Sports Sciences Association)
Played college football Strongman (North American Strongman)
◦ - 2 Time Mr. New Jersey (200lb Weight Class) Personal Trainer Volunteer High School Strength and
Conditioning Coach
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