Safety First: Is your Weight Room a Safe Room?

by AFM Editorial Staff

American Football Monthly October 2013 Issue Online

Don’t overlook the importance of having a comprehensive safety program in your strength and conditioning facility.

Stafon Johnson had two successful seasons as a running back for USC in 2007 and 2008 and was primed for a big senior year in 2009 and possibly a shot at the NFL. That all changed on September 8th when the 275-pound barbell he was bench pressing fell on his neck, crushing his larynx and severing his vocal chords. Lucky to survive, he recovered and had a sh...Login to Read More

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