Meet the Trainer: Chip Smith

Editor's Note: The next member of the TNP Training Council to introduce themselves is Chip Smith. Chip is recognized as one of the foremost speed and strength experts in the U.S. Chip holds a BS in Physical Education from Liberty University, and he did post-graduate work in speed and strength at the world-renowned Soviet Sports Institute in Moscow. He holds a Masters of Sports Science certification from ISSA. Here is what he has to say:

Hello, athletes!
 
I'm Chip Smith, President and Founder of Competitive Edge Sports in Atlanta, GA. I've spent the past 30 years training professional athletes in all sports. Some of my notable clients are 2005 Defensive Player of the Year Brian Urlacher, 9-time Pro Bowler Champ Bailey, NFL Comeback Player of the Year Garrison Hearst, and over 300 current NFL players. I also train athletes outside of the NFL, including several NBA players and stars from the Majors, including Jeff Francoeur of the Braves and Michael Barrett of the Padres.
 
I'm excited to a part of the Under Armour TNP Training. Sharing information is a powerful tool, particularly for athletes who are looking for ways to improve. I look forward to interacting with athletes from various sports and from participants at all levels. Some of the topics that I hope to share in the coming weeks include: training aids, speed and strength training techniques, elite level training methodology, nutrition tips, and combine drill preparation. I would welcome questions about training and related topics from the readers.

Until next time...THE FUTURE IS OURS!

Chip