Hello Everyone!
April was a great month of training at Akron General Sports Performance! Check out some of the highlights!
Call and schedule your free trail session today! 330-945-3150 (Stow) or 330-665-8200 (Fairlawn)
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
Get to Know Your Coach: Amanda Kephart
Hello Everyone!
Athletes at AGSP get to work with the area's best sports performance coaches during their training sessions. Here is a Q&A done with me (Coach Amanda Kephart), check it out and get to know your coaches better!
Our athletes know you as Coach Amanda Kephart, what does Coach Amanda like to do outside of making athletes better?
I love spending time in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and hiking. I enjoy learning and improving myself in all aspects of life.
How did you get started working with athletes?
As a high school athlete I started working out by myself at the local gym. I fell in love with the weight room and its results because I was the only one responsible for what I got or for what I didn't get.
Based on your experience, what is the one, biggest physical skill that today's athlete lacks? How do you address that need?
Basic Strength. It is amazing how new athletes can't even perform a proper body weight squat or pushup. I believe the AGSP program turns weak athletes strong by teaching them how to move their body better without weights and then with external loading. This allows them to perform at the highest level possible.
You have a lot of Collegiate Division One Speed, Strength, and Conditioning experience, how has time at the collegiate level helped your current athletes?
The collegiate level was great because it was all about results. The sports coaches only cared if their athletes became faster, stronger, and more powerful. That same focus on results defines our program at AGSP... we know how to get results and that's what we get, RESULTS.
What do you like most about working with athletes?
Being able to guide them closer to achieving their athletic dreams and seeing them become reality.
What advice would you give today's athlete?
Have an optimistic attitude that defies your circumstances. You can only control your attitude and your preparation, embrace that!
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
Athletes at AGSP get to work with the area's best sports performance coaches during their training sessions. Here is a Q&A done with me (Coach Amanda Kephart), check it out and get to know your coaches better!
Our athletes know you as Coach Amanda Kephart, what does Coach Amanda like to do outside of making athletes better?
I love spending time in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and hiking. I enjoy learning and improving myself in all aspects of life.
How did you get started working with athletes?
As a high school athlete I started working out by myself at the local gym. I fell in love with the weight room and its results because I was the only one responsible for what I got or for what I didn't get.
Based on your experience, what is the one, biggest physical skill that today's athlete lacks? How do you address that need?
Basic Strength. It is amazing how new athletes can't even perform a proper body weight squat or pushup. I believe the AGSP program turns weak athletes strong by teaching them how to move their body better without weights and then with external loading. This allows them to perform at the highest level possible.
You have a lot of Collegiate Division One Speed, Strength, and Conditioning experience, how has time at the collegiate level helped your current athletes?
The collegiate level was great because it was all about results. The sports coaches only cared if their athletes became faster, stronger, and more powerful. That same focus on results defines our program at AGSP... we know how to get results and that's what we get, RESULTS.
What do you like most about working with athletes?
Being able to guide them closer to achieving their athletic dreams and seeing them become reality.
What advice would you give today's athlete?
Have an optimistic attitude that defies your circumstances. You can only control your attitude and your preparation, embrace that!
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
Monday, May 2, 2011
Baseball and Acceleration
Hello Everyone!
I had the pleasure of watching four of our AGSP baseball athletes play (and win) this past weekend. It was great to see them competing at a high level and using the mechanics we teach at AGSP. The biggest skill that they use on the diamond is acceleration (your first 1-10 steps in sprinting). I was able to get some great video and pictures of them accelerating in action...check it out!
Don't know how to learn and practice acceleration mechanics? Akron General Sports Performance can help! Call today at 330-945-3150 (Stow) or 330-665-8200 (Fairlawn) to schedule your free trial session! Affordable and flexible training programs for all types of athletes!
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
I had the pleasure of watching four of our AGSP baseball athletes play (and win) this past weekend. It was great to see them competing at a high level and using the mechanics we teach at AGSP. The biggest skill that they use on the diamond is acceleration (your first 1-10 steps in sprinting). I was able to get some great video and pictures of them accelerating in action...check it out!
Don't know how to learn and practice acceleration mechanics? Akron General Sports Performance can help! Call today at 330-945-3150 (Stow) or 330-665-8200 (Fairlawn) to schedule your free trial session! Affordable and flexible training programs for all types of athletes!
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Athlete Spotlighting #16) Parker Henderson
Hello Everyone!
Our 16th Athlete Spotlight is of someone who has had a tougher journey then most...overcoming some big time injuries with an unwavering determination. This determination has allowed him to make the most of every training session at AGSP. All aspects of his performance have improved, his running, jumping, strength and power. If he keeps this up he WILL reach all of his goals, it is time for you to meet...
Athlete Name: Parker Henderson
Sport(s): Baseball
Position(s): 3rd Base, 1st Base, Pitcher
School: Kimpton Middle School, soon to go to Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2015
AGSP Athlete Since: September 2010
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Local Teams (Cavs, Indians, Browns)
Favorite Professional Athlete: Tim Lincecum
Favorite Lift: Clean Deadlift & Back Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: working out with my team, going to LifeCenter Plus to condition, playing video games, and hanging out with friends.
What are your short-term goals? Become the quickest on the team, have the best average, the best ERA, and best fielding percentage. I basically want to lead all team statistics.
What are your long-term goals? Play at the college level.
How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? I've become quicker, I have more endurance, I'm a lot stronger, and I've become one of the top athletes on my team.
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
Our 16th Athlete Spotlight is of someone who has had a tougher journey then most...overcoming some big time injuries with an unwavering determination. This determination has allowed him to make the most of every training session at AGSP. All aspects of his performance have improved, his running, jumping, strength and power. If he keeps this up he WILL reach all of his goals, it is time for you to meet...
Athlete Name: Parker Henderson
Sport(s): BaseballPosition(s): 3rd Base, 1st Base, Pitcher
School: Kimpton Middle School, soon to go to Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2015
AGSP Athlete Since: September 2010
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Local Teams (Cavs, Indians, Browns)
Favorite Professional Athlete: Tim Lincecum
Favorite Lift: Clean Deadlift & Back Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Max Velocity
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: working out with my team, going to LifeCenter Plus to condition, playing video games, and hanging out with friends.What are your short-term goals? Become the quickest on the team, have the best average, the best ERA, and best fielding percentage. I basically want to lead all team statistics.
What are your long-term goals? Play at the college level.
How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? I've become quicker, I have more endurance, I'm a lot stronger, and I've become one of the top athletes on my team.
CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF PARKER TRAINING AT AGSP!
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Athlete Spotlighting #15) Vinny Pugliese
Hello Everyone!
Our 15th Athlete Spotlight is one of the original Akron General Sports Performance athletes and he exemplifies what AGSP is all about...becoming the best athlete you can be. This athlete has gone from a young and hungry high school football player to recruited, soon to play Division One football player. And all the way, he has kept the same quiet, hardworking, consistent work ethic. We can't wait to see him play at the next level and are honored to be a part of his athletic journey, it is time for you to meet...
Athlete Name: Vinny Pugliese
Sport(s): Football
Position(s): Linebacker/Fullback
School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2011
AGSP Athlete Since: 2007
PLAYING D1 FOOTBALL AT: Columbia University
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Browns
Favorite Professional Athlete: Peyton Hillis
Favorite Lift: Overhead Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Multi-Direction
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: playing basketball with friends.
What are your short-term goals? Get playing time as a college freshman.
What are your long-term goals? Become a captain.
How has AGSP impacted you performance as an athlete? I'm quicker, more explosive and stronger.
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart & Coach Nathan Burandt
Our 15th Athlete Spotlight is one of the original Akron General Sports Performance athletes and he exemplifies what AGSP is all about...becoming the best athlete you can be. This athlete has gone from a young and hungry high school football player to recruited, soon to play Division One football player. And all the way, he has kept the same quiet, hardworking, consistent work ethic. We can't wait to see him play at the next level and are honored to be a part of his athletic journey, it is time for you to meet...
Athlete Name: Vinny Pugliese
Sport(s): Football Position(s): Linebacker/Fullback
School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2011
AGSP Athlete Since: 2007
PLAYING D1 FOOTBALL AT: Columbia University
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Browns
Favorite Professional Athlete: Peyton Hillis
Favorite Lift: Overhead Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Multi-Direction
When I am not training at AGSP, I am: playing basketball with friends. What are your short-term goals? Get playing time as a college freshman.
What are your long-term goals? Become a captain.
How has AGSP impacted you performance as an athlete? I'm quicker, more explosive and stronger.
CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF VINNY TRAINING AT AGSP!
Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart & Coach Nathan Burandt
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