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Coach Bob Andersen has been in the performance coaching field for nearly 20 years and brings with him a vast array of knowledge and experience. He has expertise in performance training and functional movement as well as planning and implementing performance / strength and conditioning programs for all levels from aspiring youth to elite Olympic and professional athletes. He was Head Performance/Strength Coach at Nebraska Wesleyan University, Director of Performance Victory Human Performance, Director of the Sports Medicine Institute of Nebraska, and as performance consultant for numerous Universities, teams, clubs and academies.
Bob is a Lead Instructor Trainer for MERRITHEW™, specializing in CORE™ Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training™, regularly teaching courses and workshops to other coaches and instructors. He has earned a reputation as a dynamic presenter, expert instructor, and engaging mentor. Bob is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He is also a certified Functional Movement Screen practitioner. He graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science as well as Psychology then received his doctorate from the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Bob continues to work with athletes of all ages and abilities. He specializes in performance training and injury prevention. His training philosophy encompasses physical as well as psychological components to improve the whole athlete. He believes that building a better athlete is at the heart of performance training and this belief manifests itself in a balanced approach to training that suits each athlete's need and goals.
"First, train smarter... This concept of no pain, no gain is outated. By training smarter, you can forgo this silly mantra and learn to challenge yourself in a way that your body can adapt (not break down). Let me be clear, it's not easy. But it doesn't have to feel like punishment. Learn to listen to your body. Learn to use your most powerful muscle, your mind, to challenge yourself, find success, and challenge yourself again. It's through this Challenge-Success Cycle that you grow in strength, develop skill, and build the confidence necessary to achieve your goals. The challenges you face may not always be pleasant, but you will be better for them. You should never judge the quality of the workout by how sore it makes you. Rise above the No Pain, No Gain mantra. First, train smarter..."
--- Coach Bob Andersen
Bob also coaches the coaches. The CORE Athletic Conditioning and Performance Training is the primary platform he uses for this. He also provides one-on-one mentorships or virtual internships designed to go deeper into the science and application of performance training.
Bob is passionate about learning. He also believes that giving back is one of the most important responsibilities we have as professionals. This is why he has dedicated himself to coaching coaches. He knows we learn through experience, but that can also mean we can learn from others' experience. Bob share his experiences with instructors and coaches through a growing variety of channels.
I always say, "It's not how much you train, it's how you train that matters." This concept can be challenging for athletes and coaches to grasp. But it is vital to ensure balanced, intelligent training that leads to profound results.
"It's not how much you train, it's how you train that matters." --- Coach Bob Andersen