Meet Coach Amanda this Weekend!

Hello Everyone!

I, Coach Amanda, will be at two great events this weekend. Come meet me, ask me questions, and pick my brain.

EVENT #1

Grunt Girl Racing invites you, and your friends to join us for "a little more than just your typical training run!"

Saturday, April 10: Improve your pre and post run preparation as well as nutrition and hydration with tips from certified coaches and professionals.

Where: Meet at Vertical Runner (store front) in Hudson at no later than 8 a.m. Andrea Chisnell and Stacy Rhea will lead the run.

Who/What: Coach Amanda Kephart from Akron General Sports Performance will lead the group in a dynamic warm-up, prior to the run (8 - 8:15 a.m., and 15-minute cool-down after a one-hour training run. Maps will be distributed prior to the run - no one is left behind.

Why: After the cool down, enjoy bagels and refreshments, courtesy of GGR at Vertical Runner, while Vince Rucci, owner of VR (endurance runner and coach), and Mel Liebling, Ironwoman, endurance runner discuss fueling strategies, hydration, recovery, race taper and heart rate zones.

This is a great opportunity to begin your season on the right foot, with the right training advice from local professionals and store packages and discounts to point you in the right direction.

EVENT #2

Nearly 200 exhibitors will greet visitors to the Stow-Munroe Falls Community Showcase set for April 10-11 at the Stow-Munroe Falls High School, 3227 E. Graham Road, Stow.

One of the area's largest promotional business shows, it is sponsored by the cities of Stow and Munroe Falls, the Stow-Munroe Falls School District and the Stow-Munroe Falls Chamber of Commerce.

The hours of the showcase are:

April 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

April 11, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

I will be at the Stow Showcase in the morning hours. SEE you this weekend!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

Athlete Spotlighting #7: Jeff Borkey

Hello Everyone!

Our 7th Athlete Spotlight is pound for pound one of the strongest, smartest, and fastest learning athletes to train at AGSP. He is a great example of what it means to not only desire to be your best, but to also work hard to be your best. He pays as much attention to the details as he does the big picture and that is why he was an easy choice for our next Athlete Spotlight...

Athlete Name: Jeff Borkey
Sport(s): Football
Position(s): Cornerback/Safety
School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2010
AGSP Athlete Since: 2010

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Browns
Favorite Professional Athlete: Bob Sanders

Favorite Life: Bench Press

Favorite Movement Skill: Backpedal and Acceleration

When I am not training at AGSP, I am: Lifting with my Dad or playing video games with my friends.

What are your short-term goals? To get better everyday.

What are your long-term goals? To be able to perform to the best of my ability daily.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has brought up my power movement, strength, and my speed & agility.

Check Out Some Video of Jeff Borkey Training at AGSP!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

Athlete Spotlighting #6: Tyler Majoros

Hello Everyone!

Our next athlete spotlight is an incredible journey. When this athlete first starting sports performance training he couldn't even touch his toes and couldn't squat to parallel. Now his muscles are long (a long muscle is a strong muscle) and he deep squats more than his bodyweight for reps.

This athlete has gone from good to great, and is on his way to being excellent. It's time you meet this athlete on his journey...

Athlete Name: Tyler Majoros
Sport(s): Baseball and Basketball
Position(s): Outfield, Guard
School: St. Barnabas School
Graduation Year: 2014
AGSP Athlete Since: August 2009


Favorite Professional Sports Team: New York Yankees
Favorite Professional Athlete: Alex Rodriguez



Favorite Life: Back Squat and Front Squat
Favorite Movement Skill: Hockey Stop and Max Velocity Treadmill


When I am not training at AGSP, I am: Playing video games, hanging out with friends, doing homework, practicing baseball and basketball.


What are your short-term goals? To get straight A's in school and play high school baseball.

What are your long-term goals? I would love to play baseball in college and study Forensic Science.


How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete? It has increased my speed, agility, and flexibility. I feel more confident and prepared during competition.

CHECK OUT SOME VIDEO OF TYLER MAJOROS TRAINING AT AGSP!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

March 4 Ladies Night: Fitness from the Inside Out

Hello Everyone!

I will be attending the end of

Ladies Night: Fitness from the Inside Out
March 4, 6: 30 – 9 p.m.
Jake’s Good Life 41 Village Way, Hudson, Ohio

I will be arriving at 8:30 PM (I will have just finished an Adult Performance Class) and will take willing participants through an active-dynamic warm-up that is designed to 1) increase performance and 2) decrease injury risk. I will also be available for any questions about our programs, both adult and athlete.

I look forward to seeing you at this great local event!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

AGSP is hosting a USAW Course!

USAW WEIGHTLIFTING LEVEL 1 COACH COURSE

This is the first time USAW has come to the Akron area!Akron General Sports Performance (West) will be hosting a USAW Weightlifting Level 1 Club Coach Course on May 15-16, 2010.

Become certified to teach and coach the Olympic Lifts. This certification is becoming more and more a standard in the field of Strength & Conditioning also know as Sports Performance.

Registration Deadline is 4/30/10 @ 5 pm mountain time.

To learn more visit:
http://weightlifting.teamusa.org/pages/7682

Spots are limited. First come, first serve.

Please forward this information to anyone who may benefit.

Any questions, please contact Coach Amanda Kephart (contact info below).

Keep Training,
Amanda Kephart MS, CSCS, USAW Club Coach
Head Sports Performance Coach
Akron General Health and Wellness- North
Direct: (330) 945-3183
Email: aharen@agmc.org

Internship Opportunities

Hello Everyone,

Akron General Sports Performance Centers are always looking for motivated undergraduate juniors and seniors or graduate students that are interested in gaining real work experience in the field of Strength and Conditioning also known as Sports Performance.

Why do an Internship?
- 100% of quality interns obtain jobs in the strength and conditioning field (collegiate and/or private)

What Interns Gain
- Knowledge on active-dynamic warm-ups: how to perform and coach
- Knowledge on proper speed & agility mechanics: how to perform and coach
- Knowledge on Olympic Lifts: how to perform and coach
- Knowledge on proper weight room exercises for athletes: how to perform and coach
- Hands on experience with athletes and active adults

Internship Requirements & Expectations
- Minimum of one semester commitment (time commitment can be discussed)
- Must set a weekly schedule of internship hours
- Arrives on time, every time
- Arrives with positive energy and willingness to learn and help
- Committed to gaining the most knowledge and experience possible

How to Apply for an Internship
1) Send your resume to Coach Amanda Kephart, aharen@agmc.org
2) If qualified you will be contacted for an in-person interview at one of our facilities

For further questions/comments please contact Coach Amanda Kephart.

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart

Athlete Spotlighting #5: Nate Lundy

Hello Everyone!

Our 5th Athlete Spotlight is of one of the most well-rounded athletes I have ever had the privilege of training. He carries himself in such a balanced way: focused on constant improvement in all areas of life, a natural leader who encourages others and leads by example, and someone that understands the level of energy and drive that goes into achieving goals.

If you're in need of a lesson on how to be better: a better athlete, a better teammate, a better person, then you need to meet...


Athlete Name: Nate Lundy
Sport(s): Baseball
Position(s): Infield
School: Walsh Jesuit High School
Graduation Year: 2011
AGSP Athlete Since: September 2008
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Cleveland Indians
Favorite Professional Athlete: Casey Blake

Favorite Lift: Back Squat
Favorite Movement Skill(s): High Speed Treadmill (Max Velocity), Towel-Partner Pulls (Acceleration), Backpedal & Anglepedal (Multi-Direction)
UPDATE: 11/1/10, Vertical Jump of 32 inches

When I am not training at AGSP, I am:
Doing AP homework, watching Sportscenter, hanging with the guys, on a date, at a football game, doing volunteer work, PLAYING BASEBALL!

What are your short-term goals?
To be a team captain for the Warriors this year. I made Varsity as a Sophomore, was a starter my Junior year, and this year a hope to be a captain and lead the team to a State Championship.

What are your long-term goals?
To play Division 1 Collegiate Baseball while studying medicine. I want to be an orthopedic surgeon, so I can stay in touch with athletes and put them back on the field, so pre-med is a must. I love baseball, and want to play it as long as I can and continue to get better.

How has AGSP impacted your performance as an athlete?
I have become much bigger, faster, and stronger. My agility has increased vastly and I have started to really hit the ball deep. I am truly ecstatic to be able to do so much more and to help the team out. I used to just lift here and there on my own, run a few sprints, and maybe do some agility work. Now, I walk into the AGSP doors 3x/week ready to get better and to give it my all. Coach Amanda has helped me so much, and I couldn't get the results I have gotten without her motivation. I am now running faster, throwing harder, jumping higher, and hitting the ball a lot harder; many thanks to AGSP.

CHECK OUT VIDEO OF NATE LUNDY TRAINING AT AGSP!

Keep Training!
Coach Amanda Kephart