Coaches Recommendations
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Gym: Richmond Elite Performance
The premier training center for athletes in the Quad City Area
Address: 5335 Carey Ave Unit 2, Davenport, IA 52807
Contact information: 309-738-8599
richmondeliteperformance@gmail.com
Physical Therapist: Chad Humphrey
Chad is a Physical Therapist and Senior Clinic Manager for Rock Valley Physical Therapy. Chad has over 20 years of experience in the field, and he is especially known for his expertise in Return to Sport protocols for athletes of all ages. Having worked directly with Chad for years we know the quality of his work and the care that he puts into each and every individual that comes through his door.
If you are interested in reaching out to Chad, and ONLY Chad. his contact info will be listed below
Phone: 309-743-0300
Email: chad.humphrey@rockvalleypt.com
Chiropractor: Jeramy Blackwood
Dr. Blackwood has been a licensed doctor of chiropractic in the state on Illinois since 2008. Dr. Blackwood earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Kinesiology from West Chester University in Pennsylvania. After graduated, Dr. Blackwood attended Palmer College of Chiropractic where he received a scholarship to play rugby and was given awards for his work as a Clinical Teaching Assistant and for Academic Radiology Excellence. Today, Dr. Blackwood’s mission is to improve the quality of life for residents of the Quad City area by providing the best chiropractic care and education to patients of all ages.
Weighted Vest:
Best quality: 5.11 Tactical
https://www.511tactical.com/tac-tec-plate-carrier.html
Best on a Budget: Rogue Condor Sentry
Kettlebell:
Best Quality: Kettlebell Kings Competition Bell
https://www.kettlebellkings.com/competition-kettlebell/
Best on a Budget: Rogue Single Cast
https://www.roguefitness.com/rogue-kettlebells
Barbell:
Best Quality: Eleiko Performance Weightlifting Bar
https://www.strengthwear.us/collections/bars-1/products/eleiko-performance-weightlifting-bar-nxg
Best on a Budget: Rogue Fitness Ohio Bar
https://www.roguefitness.com/the-ohio-bar-2-0-e-coat
Trap Bar:
Best Quality: Kabuki Strength Trap Bar HD
https://store.kabukistrength.net/products/the-trap-bar
Best On a Budget: CAP Barbell Trap Bar
Bumper Plates:
Best Quality: Eleiko Sport Training Discs
Best on a Budget: Sorinex Recon Lite Bumpers
https://www.sorinex.com/collections/bumper-plates/products/recon-lite-bumpers
Power Rack:
Best Quality: Rogue Fitness RM-390F Flat Foot Monster Rack
https://www.roguefitness.com/rogue-rm-390f-flat-foot-monster-rack-2-0
Best on a Budget: Ethos Power Rack 1.0
Leisure Books:
Leadership Strategy and Tactics by Jocko Willink
Can't Hurt me by David Goggins
What Doesn't Kill Us by Scott Carney
Rants of a Strength and Conditioning Madman by Kurt Hester
Weight Room Wisdom: Lessons in Leadership from 99 Strength Coaches by Ron McKeefery
Workout Music:
Best Quality: Invincible by Tool
Best on a Budget: Any song with rating over 120 bpm
Protein:
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