Welcome to the first in our series of ‘Meet the Team” where we will introduce the new members to our team for the 2021-22 season. First up we have Joe, our Strength & Conditioning Coach.
Joe is a graduate in Sport, Health and Exercise Science with Business studies BSc where he gained knowledge to support his goal of being a future Strength and Conditioning Coach. During his time at university, he completed a Level 3 Personal Training Diploma and has successfully worked as a PT ever since: as well as gaining Level 4 Strength and Conditioning qualification during this time.
What attracted you to WLTF?
I heard of WLTF during my final year at university. I had been looking for an opportunity to get my foot into the door in the S&C world. The internship that WLTF was offering was ideal for me as it provided a pathway into S&C for athletes. I was interested in WLTF specifically because of the dedicated and experienced coaches I would be working with and the opportunity for progression within the company.
What is your super-strength?
My super strength has and will always be my ability to remain calm in most if not all the situations I have been in whether good or bad. I can’t tell you where I got it from or when it began, but I am glad it’s a part of me because it helps me easily deal with stressful situations.
What are your ambitions for the future?
My ambition for the future is to become an accredited S&C coach. I would like to train athletes from different backgrounds and sports to increase my knowledge and expertise. In the distant, but hopefully not too distant future, I would also like to open a S&C studio/facility where I can use this knowledge to train athletes and others who want to train like one.
What else should we know about you?
Anything that includes action or adventure, sign me up. I enjoy the rush and the sense of accomplishment it gives me. However, I also like to try new things no matter how far outside of my comfort zone it is. I’m a big fan of music, both listening to and playing it; and I enjoy being social and being around others.