Miami Ohio University Athletics
Miami RedHawk Strength and Conditioning
9/5/2014 12:00:00 AM | General
MISSION STATEMENT
The goal of Miami RedHawk Strength & Conditioning is to maximize every athlete's potential through the use of safe, effective, and time-efficient training protocols with an emphasis on intensity and execution, while minimizing the risk of injury. We place a priority on discipline, work ethic, attitude, and pride in one’s self and the program as a whole.
Student-athletes train consistently, sensibly, and systematically by design. We employ a wide variety of evidence-based training methodologies with the best interest of the student athlete in mind at all times.
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING STAFF
| PAUL HARKER DIRECTOR OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Paul Harker begins his fourth full season as Miami University’s Director of Strength and Conditioning in 2014. He was originally named to the position in February of 2011. Harker will serve as administrator for Miami’s entire strength and conditioning and be directly responsible for training the RedHawk football team. He also is a member of Miami Athletics’ Advisory Council. |
| MACKENZIE CUTTER ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH Cutter begins her third full season as an assistant strength and conditioning coach. She came to Miami in February of 2012 Cutter's responsibilities at Miami include xxx. |
| BRANDON SPICKLER ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH Spickler begins his fourth full season as a strength and conditioning assistant coach. He came to Miami in August of 2011. Spickler's responsibilities at Miami include xxx. |
| ADAM THACKERY ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH Thackery begins his third full season as a strength and conditioining assistant coach in 2014. He came to Miami in July of 2012 Thackery's responsibility at Miami include xxx. |
| JUSTIN ROETHLINGSHOEFER ASSISTANT STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH Roethlingshoefer begins his first season as a strength and conditioning assistant after joining the staff this past July. Roethlingshoefer's responsibilities at Miami include ice hockey and xxx. |
FACILITIES
Gross Center Weight Room Photo Gallery
Goggin Workout Facility Photo Gallery
Located in the Walter L. Gross Student Athlete Development Center, the varsity weight room boasts 10,000 square feet of floor space and houses a multitude of training options. Featuring 18 Pendulum Half Racks, the weight room also includes a full upper- and lower-body line of Pendulum plate-loaded equipment by Rogers Athletic, 2 sets of dumbbells ranging from 5lbs-150lbs, multiple custom bars and implements, and a variety of cardio equipment. Over the course of the training year, student-athletes coached in the Gross Center weight room will be exposed to a wide range of training modalities including, but not limited to, Olympic based programming, power lifting, High Intensity Training (HIT), TRX/bodyweight exercises, metabolic circuits, and strongman-based exercises.
MIAMI UNIVERSITY STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING INTERNSHIP
Description: Miami University is accepting applications for the position of Strength & Conditioning Intern for the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. The RedHawks are a member of the Mid-American Conference, and currently sponsor 18 Division I Varsity intercollegiate athletic programs. Successful candidates will be required to schedule and maintain a minimum of 15-20 hours with the Strength & Conditioning Department. Daily responsibilities will include:
1. Assisting with supervision and execution of strength training programs for assigned teams.
2. Teaching student athletes proper lifting techniques and equipment use.
3. Attending to the daily maintenance of the training facilities.
4. Participation in weekly projects and assignments throughout the internship program.
5. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Strength & Conditioning.
Compensation: Internships are not eligible for monetary compensation. However, interns will earn valuable Division I Intercollegiate experience; recommendation toward further opportunities in the field (dependent on performance); gear; and college credit towards graduation, if applicable.
Qualifications: Required -- must have a strong work ethic and have a desire to become a Strength & Conditioning professional. Preferred -- junior or senior status in a bachelor’s degree program geared toward Exercise Physiology or a related field, bachelor’s degree, C.S.C.S, SCCC, or USAW, and CPR certification
Contact: Paul Harker, MS, CSCS, SCCC
Director of Strength & Conditioning
Miami University
230 Millett Hall
Oxford, OH 45056
(513) 529-7290
harkerpa@miamioh.edu
