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Athlete Success Story: Connor H.

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Connor wanted to go to the next level. We tailored a program to help him get there.

I heard about AFS through a few friends and coaches at Saline High School. I’m a Senior running back and also run track at Saline. Before starting at AFS, my goals were to improve my balance and agility, and to become stronger overall so that I could play at the collegiate level. Since the start of my program at AFS, I’ve improved ankle stability, become more explosive, and have increased overall strength.

Since Starting at AFS

My 40 yard dash time has decreased from 4.79 to 4.63sec, my bench press increased from 225 to 295lbs, squat from 325 to 420lbs, my power clean went from 215 to 295lbs, and my 20 yard shuttle decreased from 4.52 to 4.12 seconds.

 

What I’ve Learned

The most valuable fitness lesson I’ve learned from AFS, is that results aren’t going to just happen overnight. Consistency with a personalized workout program tailored to your goals is key. Also, the intake of necessary vitamins and nutrients your body needs is just as important as the workout itself. I’m thankful for the education I’ve received on how to keep myself in top physical condition during my time at AFS and can’t wait to build on it in college.

My Advice to Other Athletes

Start training as soon as possible, and keep a workout schedule you are able to do year round to maintain and improve your strength. Improving strength through resistance training for any sport is never a bad thing! Also be sure to have a plan for how you budget your time. I struggled with budgeting time between training, sleeping and studying, so stay on top of that! Luckily I had AFS to help me keep everything in order.

What’s Next

This fall, I’m attending Oberlin College to play football and I’m most excited about joining another team. Nothing beats the camaraderie and feeling of family like being on a team.

About the Author:

  • Michael Stack is the founder & CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions and Frontline Fitness Pros. He is a faculty lecturer for the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology. He is also the creator and the host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, produced in conjunction with University of Michigan.

    Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade. He is dedicated to enhancing the standard of practice of, and advocating for, fitness and wellness professionals to ensure they become an essential constituent in the healthcare delivery system.

    With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching, lifestyle interventions to mitigate chronic disease and leadership. He is credentialed through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), Exercise is Medicine practitioner (ASCM-EIM), and a Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM-PAPHS). Michael is a National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach.

    Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology in 2004 and is currently a Master’s of Public Health (MPH) candidate at University of Michigan, with a specific concentration in health behavior and health education.

    Michael is a board of directors’ member for the Physical Activity Alliance and Michigan Fitness Clubs Association. He sits on the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors. Michael is an expert curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Finally, he is a member of the executive leadership team for American Heart Association’s Heart Walk.

    Michael lectures nationally for several health/fitness certification and continuing educations, including; IHRSA, the Medical Fitness Association, the National Strength & Conditioning Association, and SCW Fitness.

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