The Salisbury
University Strength and Conditioning Program utilizes a periodized
step loading yearly plan that transcends all aspects of
physiological and psychological development. The student
athletes are trained through various measures designed to enhance
performance while reducing the risk of injury.
Each aspect of the student-athletes training progresses in a
systematic
order to maximize potential through each mesocycle of training. From a
psychological standpoint we strive to instill the concepts of
stress management, teamwork, respect, dedication, mental toughness, and hard work through
our training programs. By implementing these aspects along with a
functional, sport-specific training program we can adequately prepare
our student-athletes to compete at a high level within the Division
III system.
Athletic Performance Enhancement
Our first goal is to increase the athlete's chances of having
success on the field or court. Some of the general skill development
areas addressed include:
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Dynamic Flexibility and Mobility Drills including specific warm-up
routines
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Linear Speed Enhancement including Starting Acceleration and Running
Mechanic Improvement Drills
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Lateral Speed Development including Deceleration Mechanics and
Change of Direction Drills
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Reactive Method Training including Plyometrics
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Force and Rate of Force Production Enhancement including Maximal
Strength, Speed-Strength, Strength Endurance, High Load Power, High
Velocity Power and Power Endurance Development
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Energy System Specific Conditioning
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Educate Athletes on Training Parameters
Injury Prevention
Our second goal is to decrease the risk of injury with the athlete.
Specific ways we'll try to accomplish this goal includes:
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Assessment of the athletes to identify poor mobility/stability
patterning
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Addressing specific muscle imbalances throughout the annual plan
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Enhance their core stability and joint stability through
appropriately designed programming
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Develop the overall relative strength of the athlete
