Avila Strength and Conditioning
Strength & Conditioning Mission Statement:
To foster an environment that develops high quality athletes who can then use their newly developed attributes towards their specific sports for the overall success of the team, the athletics department and Avila University as a whole.
We will do this by not only developing the novice to advanced athlete, but by also bridging the gap between returning from injury and peak pinnacle performance. This will be accomplished by developing strength and conditioning programs that focus on a holistic philosophy that incorporates athletic promoting and injury-reducing movements based upon proprioceptive and multi-directional patterns, nutrition, competition and sports psychology.
Finally, we will take a proactive approach to assessing our athletes through movement screens while also continuously assessing recovery methods to ensure reductions in overall cumulative stress to the athlete's body and therefore optimizing athletic potential.
Strength and Conditioning Staff
Brian Ciolek MS, MSCC, CSCS*D, RSCC*D, TSAC-F*D, CPSS, USAW
Assistant Athletic Director/Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
Phone: 816-501-3736
Email: Brian.Ciolek@avila.edu
Office: Mabee 206
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S = Supposed benefits. What claims are being made to aid in your training and performance? Is this the best option?
A = Acceptable. Is it legal? Is it banned by the NCAA? Are there side effects or risks associated with this product?
F = Funding. Who is paying for it? Is it worth the money? Will you be able to afford it consistently?
E = Effective. Is there scientific research and evidence to support the supposed benefits?
How we train:
1) Development of foundational strength
2) Power development through the Olympic Lifts
3) Emphasis on hip strength for power development and transferred through the core
4) Improve landing technique and deceleration mechanics
5) Upright gravity based exercises when possible to simulate playing conditions
6) Exercise variety to train the muscles from multiple angles and intensity
7) Conditioning specificity
We focus on these 10 components of fitness:
1) Cardiorespiratory Endurance
2) Muscular Endurance
3) Strength
4) Mobility
5) Power
6) Speed
7) Coordination
8) Agility
9) Balance
10) Accuracy
General Nutrition Guidelines:
F.A.S.T.E.R.- How to Eat
F = Fill up with fruits and vegetables
A = Always hydrate
S = Start with breakfast
T = Think lean protein
E = Eat often
R = Rest and Recover
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Strength, Conditioning, and Nutrition Online Resources:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
American College of Sports Medicine
Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association
Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI)
International Society of Sports Nutrition
