Strength and Conditioning
The two primary goals for all athletes participating in strength and conditioning programs at Angelo State University are to improve performance and reduce the opportunity for injury. To accomplish those goals we adhere to the following guidelines:
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:: Dynamic Warm-ups
:: Core
:: Plyos
:: Explosive Lifts
:: Lower Body
:: Upper Body |
1. Emphasize Olympic-style exercises each workout
2. Develop Strength using traditional methods of training such as bench, squat, deadlift, military, etc.
3. Develop as much power and speed capability as possible
4. Develop as much athleticism as possible
5. Dumbbell and implement training is a priority due to improved balance and stability
6. Free weight training is an area of emphasis
7. Training movements rather than muscle groups is a focus, strength in all planes of motion not just forward
8. Training the core is a priority
9. The education of all athletes on proper diet, rest, and exercise patterns is paramount
We expect our athletes to train with great intensity, follow the training program provided to them, and to know at all times they have outworked and are better prepared than their opponents.
The weight room is a place where athletes feel a great sense of accomplishment and belonging. We at Angelo State also attempt to promote a positive environment in the weight room during training sessions, and encourage our athletes to have a positive attitude when training. We try to improve adherence to the program by evaluating the progress of the players accurately, and providing quantitative feedback to show how we as a team have progressed. Also we attempt to educate the athletes on why the workout it structured as it is and how certain exercises or exercise principles will eventually improve athletic performance.