Putting New Muscle in the Weight Room

The world of technology is now entering the weight room. Yes, it\'s true. As much as strength and conditioning coaches may want to stay far away from anything remotely resembling technology, the fact is that it can help enhance the performance of your athletes. At Winona State, technology has become an essential part of both our academic and football programs. The university was one of the first to initiate the Laptop University concept. This means that every student is provided with computer access, including service, support, software updates, and network capabilities. This advancement paved the way for technology to make its way into our strength and conditioning programs. In August 2000, WSU was in the process of designing a new fitness facility that would accommodate the general student population as well as athletic teams. To achieve this, we looked for a company that could