Matt Wininger
Advance
Summary
Skilled Athletic Trainer with comprehensive background in providing quality care and preventive measures to athletes across various levels. Possess strong knowledge in stength and conditioning, olympic weightlifting, rehabilitation strategies, and health education. Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective training programs that enhance athletic performance while minimizing injury risks. Successfully fostered positive relationships with athletes, coaching staff, and parents to facilitate cohesive team environments and optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Weightlifting Team Manager
Travis Mash
Advance
11.2024 - Current
- Give athletes feedback on questions regarding programming and technique.
- Administered training programs to athletes based on their individual needs.
- Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss progress, address challenges, and plan future activities.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints
Athetic Trainer
Rise Sports Performance
Advance
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated communication between coaches, parents, and administrators.
- Monitored athletes' performance during training sessions to detect signs of fatigue or injury.
- Created instructional training videos to educate individuals on correct form and technique for training.
- Instructed athletes on the proper use of training equipment.
- Offered knowledge on ways to properly integrate supplements into a diet and lifestyle.
- Participating in continuing education activities related to athletic training.
- Devised training programs to improve performance and minimize injury risks.
- Maintained and cleaned the training room equipment.
- Provided guidance to parents and athletes on injury prevention techniques.
- Supervised rehabilitation exercises for injured athletes.
- Worked closely with athletes to monitor and direct strength and cardio training.
- Analyzed video footage to identify potential areas of improvement in an athlete's technique.
- Assisted with the development of individualized strength and conditioning programs for athletes.
Paid Intern
Rise Sports Performance
Advance
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed assessments and evaluations of injuries sustained by athletes during practice or competition.
- Developed and implemented injury prevention programs to reduce the risk of injury among athletes.
- Determined athlete suitability for playing after injury.
- Monitored athlete's progress throughout their rehabilitation process.
- Assisted with the development of individualized care plans for injured athletes.
- Devised training programs to improve performance and minimize injury risks.
Internship Strength and Conditioning
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Hickory
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
- Facilitated training sessions for summer athletes.
- Inspected weight rooms daily for any potential hazards or risks associated with using the equipment.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working with athletes.
- Assisted in the development of recovery strategies, such as foam rolling and sauna/ice therapy.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Developed and maintained culture of determination, commitment and hard work, encouraging athletes to push themselves further to boost conditioning.
- Worked closely with athletic trainers and coaches on strategies for preventing injuries and managing rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop innovative ways to improve athletic performance.
- Devised nutritional plans to enhance on-field performance, muscle mass building and recovery.
- Implemented corrective exercises designed to address any muscle imbalances or weaknesses detected in an athlete's body composition assessment.
- Conducted research on new methods of strength training and conditioning techniques.
- Recorded data from workouts such as times, weights lifted, reps completed.
- Provided support during team practices by offering advice when needed and helping set up drills and exercises when requested.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Lean Fitness & Gym
Clemmons
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Coached youth fitness classes, developing and leading structured training programs to improve strength, coordination, and overall fitness.
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate workout plans to keep kids engaged and progressing.
- Led a fitness class for middle-aged women, focusing on light strength training, mobility, and stretching to promote overall health.
- Provided individualized guidance and modifications to accommodate different fitness levels and abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Lenoir-Rhyne University
Hickory, NC05-2024
Skills
- Athletic training
- Injury prevention
- Strength training
- Performance assessment
- Program development
- Effective communication
- Sport-specific training
- Data analysis
- Biomechanics
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Speed and agility
- Plyometric training
- Human Anatomy Understanding
- Resistance training
- Mobility training
Affiliations
- Olympic Weightlifter and Powerlifter
- Track and Field Athlete
Accomplishments
- Olympic Weightlifter for 17 years competed in collegiate weightlifting for four years.
- Team Captain of Lenoir-Rhyne Universities Weightlifting Team 2020-2024, 2x Men's University Champions
- First place at 2017 USAW American Open, Silver medalist at 2022 Universities
- Youth Invitational Camp for USAW at Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs
Timeline
Online Weightlifting Team Manager
Travis Mash
11.2024 - Current
Athetic Trainer
Rise Sports Performance
07.2024 - Current
Paid Intern
Rise Sports Performance
01.2024 - 05.2024
Internship Strength and Conditioning
Lenoir-Rhyne University
06.2022 - 07.2022
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Lean Fitness & Gym
11.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Lenoir-Rhyne University
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