Football Strength

It’s no longer just about lifting weights, Washington State develops flexibility, speed, skill development and conditioning to get the most out of their players. By Steve Silverman The role of the strength coach has changed dramatically over the years. A couple of decades ago, the concept of the strength coach was a relatively new one. Head coaches thought that if they could get their players to lift a few more weights, they might get stronger and therefore give the team a few more chances to win games. The goal remains the same – to win games. However, the role of the strength coach has evolved dramatically. It’s no longer just about lifting weights. Strength coaches will also develop conditioning programs, give nutritional guidance, work on flexibility, attempt to build speed and quickness, develop exercise programs for skill development at various positions and advise players