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Many people over the years have asked me, "What makes Specialty Athletic Training unique?" I'll be the first to tell you that we're not doing anything revolutionary with our program design, exercises we're having our clients performed, or the equipment that we use. Our approach and communication style are two major components of what makes us unique; as well as providing our clients with access to a fit and healthy lifestyle. Want to learn how we do it? Here is your chance!  I have the privilege of being part of an amazing line up of presenters at the NSCA's Oregon State Clinic on Saturday, March 16th at Linfield College. I will be discussing the importance of using growth mindset and positive reinforcement to maximize the results of your athletes and clients. The information that you'll learn will be easily applicable to any profession and all ages. Make sure to sign up today!
Other presenters include: Phil Rombach, MAEd, CSCS - Head football S&C coach at Linfield College Bryan Miller, MS, CSCS,*D - Assistant football S&C coach at Navy Griffin Waller, MA, CSCS - Director of Sports Performance at University of Portland Ryan Baugus, DPT, PT - Owner of Headquarters Physical Therapy Erik Jernstrom, CSCS - Director of Sports Performance at Eforce Sports
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Many of you are familiar with the inspiration behind Specialty Athletic Training and my relationship with a boy named Ben. However, there is another guy that also holds a special place in my life. My buddy Patrick. Patrick and I both stepped onto the Lewis & Clark College campus at the same time in the Fall of 2003. It was my first year playing collegiate football and his first year serving as team manager. If you know Patrick, then you know how contagious his smile can be and how he uses it to his advantage. He used to have me and other athletes but him CD's (back when Napster was still a thing) of playlists that he created. This passion for music eventually led him to become the DJ for the home volleyball and basketball game for the Pioneers. Being around the weight room and the athletes, he naturally gravitated to working out. We would have him join for a set on the bench or some arm farm action, but he never had a program specifically designed for him. I was ecstatic when he parents asked me to train him after I founded Specialty Athletic Training.  Fast forward to 2019 and we're still hanging out on Palatine Hill. He's a staple in the L&C athletic community and is still DJing home games for the volleyball and basketball teams. He is also working out with our trainers twice a week, and will often come in early to get in extra cardio!
Thank you for being a part of my a part of my life for the 15+ years, Patrick. Continue being you and bringing joy to everyone that you meet! Is there really any better way to spend your rest time in between sets? We think not! Talk about active recovery ;) We strive to make fitness fun and have our clients leave with a smile with anticipation of their next session. Here our buddy Wyatt and trainer Alex have a little dance off during Wyatt's rest time. Look at those moves! |
About the AuthorRyan Lockard, CSCS*D, CSPS*D is the Founder and CEO of Specialty Athletic Training. He is accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Certified Special Populations Specialist. Lockard is a member of advisory board for the NSCA Oregon chapter and has served on numerous non-profit boards serving the disability community, including the Autism Society of America.
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