IGCT Episode #19 Marathon Session with the NFL Strength Coach Joe Kenn Part 2

Known simply as "House" to players, Joe Kenn's goal as the Panthers' strength and conditioning coach is to protect and produce: protect the athletes' body armor and produce athletic based results. He employs a holistic and integrated philosophy in his comprehensive training plan that utilizes strength training, explosive development, high intensity interval training and performance-based nutrition. It is a structured approach that enhances the players' physical attributes.

In 2009, he was recognized as a master strength and conditioning coach by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association and was named NSCA College Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year in 2002.  He has previously coached at Louisville, Arizona State, Utah, Boise State, and Wake Forest.

In this episode we discuss:

• His journey as a strength and conditioning coach.
• Definition of the Tier System and common mistakes he sees in its usage.
• How he has changed his system to fit the NFL.
• The current state of the union of the profession of Strength and Conditioning.
• His recommendations for young strength coaches.
•  His Favorite Quote, Book/App/Website Recommendations.