Speed Strength System’s Athlete Training Center, athletes have come to Cleveland to train under the located in Cleveland, Ohio was founded and supervision of Tim Robertson and his Speed Strength established in 2000 by Tim Robertson and Eric Lichter Performance Training Staff.

Athletes from the NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, and NHL, as well as numerous collegiate, high school and youth

Tim Robertson, Jr., MS, CSCS B.S. in Exercise Science, University of Dayton M.S. in Sport Physiology, Ohio University

Credentials • 20 years experience • Currently Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at John Carroll University • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) National Strength & Conditioning Association • Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Miami, Florida • Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at Ohio University • Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Dayton • Under Armour Combine Performance Consultant

Mike Crissinger, MS, CSCS, USAW, PES B.S. in Physical Education, BGSU M.S. in Sport Science, US Sports Academy

visit us at speedstrength.com The NFL Scouting Combine and Pro Day is considered Speed Strength System’s training facility is located 10 the ultimate job interview for a football player. This miles east of Downtown Cleveland. is the athlete’s opportunity to perform in front of NFL scouts, coaches, Directors of Player Personnel, and Cleveland’s weather at the time of Combine Training General Managers. is certainly not ideal or comparable to that of Arizona, Florida, Texas or California. We acknowledge this, Being properly prepared and successfully performing however, you as an athlete must understand that this the battery of performance and mental tests can help is a time to be focused on your workouts and not elevate your draft status and can be the difference distracted by outside influences. in millions of dollars or making a team’s roster. You will have only one opportunity, so don’t trust just any Your critical audition for the NFL is coming! training program! Will you be ready to perform at your highest level? • 5,000 sq. ft. strength/power training room • 70 yard “field turf” speed, plyometric and agility training surface • 30 yd. x 15 yd. beach sand pit for additional speed & power development • 18,000 sq. foot sport court • Sport-specific, turf playing area for position-specific drills

Speed Strength advantages include: Step 2: Performance Evaluation (Combine Tests) • individually designed performance prescriptions All of these test’s will be administered and trained • strategic modification for maximum gains on the identical surfaces and equipment as the RCA • maximizing skills for the NFL Combine Dome in Indianapolis. • low athlete-to-coach ratios (max 4:1) • degreed, certified strength-performance coaches Philosophy and Program • 25 years of training experience We provide the athlete with the best opportunities • sports nutrition to reach maximum development of speed and power • massage therapy through the use of functional, ground-based • individual skill position coaches movements and strength exercises, olympic strength-power training, improved flexibility, balance, Training Evaluation agility, injury prevention, and sport-specific training. Step 1. Comprehensive Physical & Performance Evaluation. A sequence of physical tests to Our Goal: determine specific physical strengths/weakness • prepare the athlete to master combine tests which will ultimately aide in the design of the training • improve athletic performance program and enhances your results. • leave strong, lasting impressions on NFL teams

We evaluate: Video analysis is also utilized for starts and speed • flexibility development and is reviewed on training days to • balance (single and double leg proprioception) provide visual feedback. We also conduct nutritional • upper and lower body muscular strength counseling to ensure proper fueling for performance • any muscular imbalances and recovery. • pre-existing injuries Over 165 collegiate football athletes have trained with us still went on to become the 7th round draft pick of the in preparation for the NFL Draft. Out of those athletes, . 30 have been drafted and over 55 others made teams or camps as free agents. 2010: WR/LB jameson Konz tied the NFL record of 46” in the vertical jump test at his Kent State Pro Day. He also Our Combine preparation involves the strategic use of posted at 4.40 40 yard dash and was drafted in the 7th multi-joint strength & power training to promote speed round by the . and jumping ability (fast twitch) for the tests performed on Combine day (vertical jump, 40 yard dash, pro shuttle, 3-cone, long shuttle and position-specific drills.) Preparation for the 225 lb. bench rep test is implemented MASTERING THE NFL COMBINE TESTS using multiple training designs to promote upper body strength and endurance. Vertical Jump | A test of power. Training components: Speed Strength has earned a reputation of excellence • increased ground force production through its Combine Prep training. • triple extension of the ankles, knee’s and hip • muscle tendon - stretch reflex Our successes include: • reach techniques through plyometric training Average jump improvement is 3 inches. and Ted Ginn, Jr. Both were projected as late first round or early second round picks. Intense 40 yard dash | A test of power and speed. training lead to standout performances at the NFL Training components: combine and culminated with both men being Top 10 • stance picks in the NFL draft. • starting power • acceleration phase 2006: Donte Whitner-1st round 8th pick overall (Ohio • top speed State-), 4th round pick (Ohio • arm swing State-Carolina Panthers), and Derrick Martin 6th round • stride length and frequency pick (Wyoming-) all posted 40 inch or • maximum velocity phase higher vertical jumps at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Average decrease in time is .10 - .25 seconds. plus sub-4.40 forty times for Whitner and Martin. Martin also posted the fastest long shuttle (10.64 seconds and Pro Shuttle | A test of agility & change of direction. the second fastest pro shuttle (3.94 seconds) at the Training components: combine. Barry Coffield, 3rd round pick (Northwestern • starting technique and power - NY Giants) posted impressive shuttle (4.34) and 40 • proper acceleration and reducing deceleration time yard dash (4.95) times, and a 34.5” vertical; all while • change of direction weighing 310 lbs. Average decrease in time is .30 - .50 seconds.

2007: Ted Ginn Jr. - 1st round 9th pick overall Three Cone | A test of agility & change of direction. (Ohio State - Miami Dolphins) shocked scouts when The component’s include: he recorded between 4.37 and 4.45 in the 40 yard • speed dash. Amazingly, this was accomplished just 3 months • quickness after suffering a severe foot injury in the 2007 National • change of direction. Championship game. Average decrease in time is .25 - .5 seconds.

2008: Mario Manningham - 3rd round, 95th pick 225 Bench Press Rep | A test of strength & (Michigan - NY Giants) posted a 4.60 - 40 yard dash at endurance. Average increase is 7 repetitions. the Combine. Two weeks later, he redeemed himself at his Pro-Day by running a 4.39 and 4.40 - in the 40 yard Long Shuttle | A test of speed endurance. dash, and a 3.90 in the Pro Shuttle. Today, Mario is the We use a number of training drills stressing the proper starting WR for the 49ers. energy system while enhancing endurance.

2009: Julian Edelman amazed scouts at Position Specific Drills the Kent State University Pro Day by recording back-to- Periodically, we will take the athletes through drills they back pro shuttle times of 3.89 seconds. This was the will perform at the Combine or Pro-Day. This not only fastest recorded shuttle time for the 2009 NFL draft. prepares them for the tests, but also keeps them fresh Edelman was not invited to the Indy Combine, but with their position movements. Eric Kettani (US Navel Academy) Brian Winters (Kent State U.) Ted Ginn Jr. (The Ohio State) Chester Taylor (U. of Toledo) Lamar Mady (Youngstown State) Mario Manningham (Michigan) Tony Fisher (U. of Notre Dame) Ulish Booker (Michigan State U.) Julian Edelman (Kent State U.) Robert Sanford (Western Mich. U.) Cedric Williams (U. of S. Carolina) Mike Preston (Heidelberg) Marcus Williams (U. of Maine) Jacob Bell (Miami U. - Ohio) Kenny Christian (Eastern Mich. U.) Jerrod Void (Purdue U.) Adrien Clarke (The Ohio State) Lanier Washington (Marshall U.) PJ Pope (BGSU) Mike Kne (The Ohio State) Cole Magner (BGSU) Tony Sutton (College of Wooster) Ben Miller (Air Force Academy) Terrance Hudson (U. of Toledo) John Hall (U. of Toledo) Chad Bartozek (U. of Buffalo) Steve Sanders (BGSU) Greg Pruitt (North Carolina Central) Antonio Gates (Kent State U.) Erik Davis (Vanderbilt U.) Marcus Mason (Youngstown St.) Chris Holmes (U. of Toledo) Carson Butler (Michigan) Dan Macon (BGSU) Matt Turner (Purdue U.) Shawn Bayes (Kent Sate U.) Quintin Hines (Akron) Adam Stenavich (U. of Michigan) Derrico Murray (Kent State U.) (The Ohio State) Stephon Fuqua (Eastern Kentucky) Ed Blanton (UCLA) Louis Irizarry (Youngstown St.) Antonio Tate (Mt. Union) Renard Stevens (West Liberty St.) Diauntae Morrow (Toledo) Otis Merrill (Southern Ill) Todd Howard (U. of Michigan) Lindsey Witten (UCONN) Jameson Konz (Kent St) Jerton Evans(U. of Virginia) Curtis Young (U Cincinnati) Keith Darbut (Baldwin Wallace) Milt Bowden (Miami U. - Ohio) Jake Stoller (Yale) Tim Cheatwood (The Ohio State) Nashville Dyer (Kent State U.) Jeris Pendleton (Ashland) James Davis (West Virginia U.) Justin Baugham (Kent State U.) Antwan Lake (West Virginia U.) Khary Campbell (BGSU) Mark Graham (U. of Buffalo) Antwan Peek (U. of Cincinnati) Matt McFadden (Weber State U.) Zach Norton (U. of Cincinnati) Omari Jordan (U. of Buffalo) Eric Mahl (Kent State U.) Joe Gonzales (Indiana U.) Dante Booker (Auburn U.) Anthony Jordan (U. of Toledo) Eli Ward (U. of Minnesota) Sean Lazarus (U. of Michigan) Anthony Schlegel (The Ohio State) Steve Cargile (Columbia U.) Roy Attiah (Kent State U.) Bobby Carpenter (The Ohio State) Justin Fraley (U. of Minnesota) Pierre Wilson (Kent State U.) David Thomas (U. of Toledo) Jerome Acy (Bucknell U.) Ryan Terry (Miami U. - Ohio) Kyle McKenzie (U. of Minnesota) Derrick Martin (U. of Wyoming) Mitch Crowsley (BGSU) (U. of Michigan) Keon Jackson (U. of Toledo) Alex Ofili (U. of Michigan) Ryan Myer (U. of Akron) Donte Whitner ( The Ohio State) Barry Cofield (Northwestern U.) Abe Elam (Kent State U.) Nate Salley (The Ohio State) Matt Rice (Penn State U.) Charles Diesul (Mt. Union) Kasey Ross (East Carolina) Ben Ishola (U. of Indiana) Tony Franklin (Virginia) Quinton Echols (Kansas St.) Gerard Lewis (Hawaii) Devon Parks (BGSU) Jason Perry (Youngstown St.) Jermaine Reid (Akron) Nick Driskol (Mt. Union) Jamel Lee (Youngstown St.)

Montario Hardesty (Browns) Mario Manningham (49ers) PJ Pope (Packers) John Hughes(Browns) Antwan Lake (Falcons) Derrick Martin (Packers) Mike Preston (Titans) Ron Dayne (Texans) Dave Pruce (Patriots) Jeris Pendelton (Jaguars) James Davis (Lions) Courtney Ledyard (Jets) Julian Edelman (Patriots) Adrien Clarke (Eagles) Jamar Martin (Dolphins) Eric Kettani (Redskins) Ted Ginn Jr. (Panthers) Barry Cofield (Redskins) Ricky Stanzi (Jaguars) Bob Halen (Browns) Khary Campbell (Texans) LeCharles Bentley (Browns) Ryan Myer (Jets) Ryan Tucker (Browns) Joe Jurevicius (Browns) Zach Norton (Ravens) (49ers) London Fletcher (Redskins) Ike Charleton (Seahawks) Charlie Frye (Raiders) (Cincinnati) Ben Kelly (Patriots) Reggie Corner (Bills) Abe Elam (Browns) Donte Whitner (49ers) William Green (Browns) Tony Fisher (Rams) Nate Salley (Panthers) Chester Taylor (Vikings) Rob Sims (Lions) Tim Cheatwood (Tigercats - CFL) Jamel White (Ravens) Pierre Woods (Patriots) James Cotton (Tigercats - CFL) 34650 Melinz Pkwy • Eastlake, OH 44095 440.796.1483 • www.speedstrength.com