TALLAHASSEE, Florida -- The success of a football program in the fall begins with weightlifting and conditioning in the offseason.
This is the mantra for the Florida A&M Rattlers as they assembled in the weight room for the first day of summer training Monday.
During the opening session, players engaged in a variety of activities from an Olympic lift to power clean. Each customized activity is designed to strengthen muscle for optimal results on game day.
The trickle-down effect of these workouts will provide a base for increased stamina and a quick recovery time between plays.
"We're trying to get these guys to use weight-room muscles on the field," said Parker Brooks, FAMU director of strength and conditioning.
"We did twice the volume of pulling today (Monday). When you do twice the volume of pulling than pressing, you pull the body into a neutral alignment. This gives increased mobility and reduces the risk of injury."
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