ATHLETIC STRENGTH AND POWER

2012 Michigan State Spartan Strength Clinic: February 10th and 11th

Time is running out! There's only a few more days now until the Michigan State Strength Clinic. I have been attending clinics like this since 1982 and I have to proclaim these MSU strength seminars as the best as far as accommodations, learning environment, networking with fellow colleagues, and also the practical coaching ideas that can be taken back to our individual situations...wherever that might be. Most coaches aspire to greatness.... and touring the facilities and observing professionals at work is always a great motivator. You're not going to find a more knowledgeable staff who are willing to share their ideas and collaborate on this type of level. Truly one of the elite programs in all of collegiate sports! It doesn't happen by chance.... it's the people and the character that is there in East Lansing. Hope to see you there....
Coach "C"

 

I have been to the first four MSU Spartan Strength & Conditioning Clinics and somehow they make it better and even more informative every year. This year's line up promises to be another special event for strength training professionals, students, trainers, physical therapists and personal trainers. Clinic Director Mike Vorkapich does an exceptional job organizing and getting the clinic off the ground. The speaking line-up is always top notch...this year will be no different with the likes of Head MSU Strength Coach Ken Mannie, Dan Riley, Ken Leistner, Jason Arapoff, Mike Joseph, Paul Harker, Gabe Harrington and Scott Hayes.

Additionally, just being inside the Spartan Strength Training Complex is enough to motivate. It's tied for first on my list of top college weight rooms that I have seen...coast to coast!

For all of the details and to access the REGISTRATION FORM just click on the Spartan Photo above. The clinic takes place at the Clara Bell Smith Academic Center right across from Spartan Stadium. It's a comfortable, climate controlled auditorium style learning environment with desk format to place electronic learning devices and laptops and notebooks. The practical "lab work" takes place in the Spartan Weight Room within Duffy Daugherty Building.

 

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Mississippi State University Strength & Conditioning Clinic Feb 17/18 2012

This just in..... Mississippi State University will conduct its 3rd Annual Strength Clinic on February 17th and 18th 2012.  Join Director of Strength Training Matt Balis, and a clinic staff that includes University of Kentucky Strength Coach Ted Lambrinides, for what promises to be an excellent learning experience and opportunity to network with many colleagues and top strength coaches in the profession. Just click here or on the MSU Logos for a clinic brochure!
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The ASAP Shopping Cart: Southern Spreads Gourmet Peanut Butter

In the past twenty-eight years, I've attended countless strength and conditioning clinics. Each one always has some sort of sports nutritionist or registered dietitian on hand to speak to the importance of getting the correct balance of nutrients into the athlete's body. It's science... and art too. Invariably, it's suggested for athletes to consume peanut butter. The protein benefits to cost ratio is also a huge plus.  It's a very affordable and quality food that's satiable, too!

Okay, it's crunch time: Not all peanut butters are created equal. Sure, there's the old standbys at the local grocery.... you know the brands. But, most of those have additives and sugar content that just make them not all that appetizing nor appealing. That being said, let me introduce The Southern Spreads Gourmet Peanut Butter. I have just finished several days of sampling of the six varieties of Southern Spreads, all of which are quite interesting.  For now, I'll have to favorite the Carolina Crunch.... just for the excitement factor.  The reality is that these are some products that have great taste, very good protein values and well worth an order! So check out their stuff (it's made way down in Alvaton, Kentucky) by clicking on the links.

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Detroit Lions Strength Training

You may have missed the Detroit Lions Strength Clinic last February, let me say this, it was practically standing room only and very informative. Head Strength Coach Jason Arapoff hosted a great clinic with plenty of amenities... a nice rotation format to hear and see the featured speakers in a smaller group-size format and, a chance for the average guy to get an inside look at one of the nicer NFL training complexes that you'll see anywhere.
Complimenting Coach Arapoff were the speakers.... Jim Kielbaso of Director of Total Performance Training Center, Ted Lambrinides Strength Coach University of Kentucky Wildcats, and Ted Rath; Detroit Lions Strength & Conditioning Assistant.

Anyway, now's your chance to see what you missed. Click the photos to link to the Clinic DVD Order Form.

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ASAP Podcast: Pre-Game Chat with Florida Strength Coach Mickey Marotti

Lexington, Kentucky
The Florida Gators were in town and it was strictly business for long time strength and conditioning coach Mickey Marotti and new Head Football Coach Will Muschamp. The Gators took command early with a huge and athletic group of lineman...both on defense and offense. The skill guys could probably all be placed on the track team..... in fact, one of their young running backs, Jeffrey Demps, has world class speed in the 100 meter dash....proving it at the Olympic Trials last year with a blazing 10.01 time! Does that track speed translate to football speed? Well, how about an 84 yard race to the Kentucky endzone????...which no doubt pleased offensive coordinator Charlie Weis, along with a team total of 405 yards rushing.

Prior to the kick-off, I caught up with UF strength coach Mickey Marotti who took a few minutes to share some information on the Florida In-Season Strength Training Program and what Saturday's pre-game meal for the Gators consisted of. Check out this exclusive, ASAP Podcast by clicking on the gray soundbar below. Right click for downloading..... Ed Cicale

Florida Strength Coach Marotti at UK Sidelines Podcast

 
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Bonus Tracks:

My Old Kentucky Home

Kentucky Fight Song

 

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Cincinnati Reds Strength & Conditioning Clinic

 The 2011 Great American Strength & Conditioning Clinic will be held at the Home of The Cincinnati Reds... Great American Ball park (GABP) on November 19th, 2011. The Cincinnati Reds are the defending National League Central Division Champs. Reds' Strength & Conditioning Coach Matt Krause will play host and master of ceremonies to this clinic which promises to be an excellent experience for coaches of any sport....personal trainers....physical therapists...and athletic trainers. CEU credits will be available for those who may need to acquire professional development.
The speakers range from a multitude of backgrounds  and include Cincinnati Red starting pitcher Bronson Arroyo.
For the Strength Clinic Information Flyer click HERE or on the photo of Great Amercian Ball Park. 

To get registered for this event, just click here: REGISTER

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ASAP Podcast with Jose Antonio PhD; Creatine & Nutrition Supplementation

This exclusive ASAP~Athletic Strength And Power Podcast was conducted with Dr. Jose Antonio who had studied endocrinology and metabolism at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where he also researched skeletal muscle plasticity. Antonio is currently an Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology and Biology at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida.

We were able to catch up with the Jose Antonio in Columbus, Ohio last week at the EAS-Sports Nutrition Symposium. Dr. Antonio gave a well received lecture on sports nutrition supplementation...and the practical application and interpretation of scientific literature. Jose is a very candid speaker with interesting stories and definitely practices what he preaches! In fact, he's Co-Editor in Chief of the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.

In this podcast, we discussed primarily Creatine...what it is... how it's used as a supplement. To listen to the podcast click on our official ASAP Podcast Logo. You can also download the podcast by "right clicking" to SAVE AS. Or, you can also click the podcast bar below.

For further information on Dr. Jose Antonio and his work, and to follow him on Twitter and Facebook just click on the ISSN Logo.

Dr. Jose Antonio Podcast 2011

 

For further information on creatine, here are some basics provided by the esteemed Mayo Clinic.

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EAS Sports Nutrition & NSCA 2011 Sports Nutrition Symposium Columbus Ohio Aug 12/13

ASAP~Athletic Strength And Power is heading to this Sports Nutrition Symposium to be held in Columbus, Ohio on August 12 & 13 2011. The speaker line-up of esteemed educators looks great and their scientific backgrounds will lend reliable, peer reviewed prudent advice for coaches, trainers, athletes, teachers and health professionals.  Hence, we're looking forward to acquiring some valuable information on this dynamic topic. If you want to get registered, or find out more..... just click on the logo above.

ASAP Podcast with Ellington Darden

He's written over 70 books on strength training, bodybuilding, exercise and diet. Dr. Ellington Darden has been researching, training and writing about training for over forty years. Now, at almost 68 years old... he's still at it. More research... more books planned! (It looks as though he's never missed a workout) So it comes as no surprise that El Darden found himself in Cincinnati, Ohio last week for former Cincinnati Bengals' strength coach Kim Wood's "Meeting of the Tribes" Strength Training clinic.

I was able to catch up with Dr. Darden for today's podcast. Of course, his most recent book, titled "The New Bodybuilding for Old School Results" is available and a great addition to anyone's training library. Darden has a website.... www.DrDarden.com and one can find lots of training information, a forum and info on how to get a copy of his book, too. Just click on the player (gray bar) below or the ASAP Podcast Logo to download.

Dr. Darden ASAP Podcast

Copyright 2011 Athletic Strength And Power blogpost/podcast by Ed Cicale
 
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