MIKE SNOWDEN
OWNER
ABOUT MIKE
Mike Snowden is a leader in the Strength & Conditioning field having experience working with athletes at every level. A military veteran who served on President Barack Obama's Helicopter Squadron staff, Snowden has spent the last decade helping others achieve their goals.
Prior to returning to his hometown of Frederick, MD in 2022 Snowden spent three years at the University of Alabama as the Director of Athletic Performance for the Men's Basketball program. For two years prior to arriving in Tuscaloosa Mike served as the Director of Sports Performance for Olympic Sports at the University at Buffalo.
CREDENTIALS
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Executive Council Member for the National Strength & Conditioning Association Basketball Special Interest Group (SIG)
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National Strength & Conditioning Association Coaching Task Force Committee Member
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Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Kinesiology • George Mason University
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Master's Degree • VCU's Center for Sport Leadership
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Registered Strength & Conditioning Coach (RSCC)- (1 of 18 in Maryland)
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Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
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Precision Nutrition Level I (Pn1) Coach
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USA Weightlifting (USAW) Level 1 Coach
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NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)
Publications & Speaking Engagements
247 Sports
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Mike Snowden Helping Change The Culture for Alabama Basketball- November 2019
CVASPS
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Outside The Rack Episode #25- February 2020
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Episode #168- “Building Experience to Direct With A Purpose”- January 2019
Frederick News Post
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Strong Suit: Linganore Grad Snowden Finds Niche as Alabama Men's Hoops Strength & Conditioning Coach- March 2021
George Mason University
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Super Invested- March 2021
High Performance Basketball Symposium
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Leading Through A Different Lens- 2021
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Basketball Strength Coaches Roundtable Member- 2020
Liberty Performance Training
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Strength & Conditioning with Veteran Mike Snowden- November 2018
National Strength & Conditioning Association
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NSCA Coaching Podcast, Episode #113- December 2021
Samson Strength Coach Collective Podcast
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Samson Strength Coach Collective Podcast- Episode #15 - July 2020
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Samson Strength Coach Collective Podcast- Episode #7 - June 2020
Simplifaster
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3 Ways To Add Variety in Training Without Abandoning Your Principles- December 2019
Stack Sports
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Benefits of Uneven Barbell Loading- February 2023
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5 Exercises Every Lacrosse Player Should Do- February 2023
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Medicine-Ball Moves to Boost Athletic Performance for Basketball- January 2023
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Pros & Cons of Different Footwear Styles When It Comes to Training for Performance- January 2023
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The Romanian Deadlift (RDL) for Sports Performance- December 2022
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Should You Be Training Barefoot?- December 2022
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Cold Weather Training Tips- December 2022
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4 Exercises to Improve Hip Mobility- December 2022
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A Guide to Using Percussion Training Devices- November 2022
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Using Contrast Showers to Boost Performance- November 2022
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Deadbugs: A Better Way to Train Your Core- November 2022
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5 Ways to Get Better Sleep- November 2022
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Battle Rope Training for Athletes- November 2022
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Get A Leg Up On Your Recovery: Use This Pose To Boost Recovery- October 2022
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Upside Down: Inversion Training for Athletes- October 2022
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A 10-piece Warm Down Routine for Athletes- October 2022
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The Single Arm Landmine Press- October 2022
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A Multi-Layered Progression to The Kettlebell Swing For Athletes- October 2022
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Tips to Reduce Muscle Soreness- September 2022
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Warm-Ups for Athletes: 0 to 60 Can Lead to Injury- September 2022
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A Multi-Layered Progression to The Kettlebell Swing For Athletes- September 2022
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3 Methods to Help Athletes Improve Recovery- August 2022
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5 Must Do’s To Get Stronger for High School Athletes- August 2022
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Basketball Med Ball Tempo Training- March 2021
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5 Exercises Every High School Athlete Should Be Doing Year Round- March 2021
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Strength Training For Rebounding in Basketball- January 2021
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
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2022-2023: Tactical Performance Program Manager
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2019-2022: Director of Men's Basketball Athletic Performance • University of Alabama
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2017-2019: Director of Sports Performance • University at Buffalo
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2016-2017: Assistant Strength Coach • George Mason University
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2015: Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant • VCU Men's Basketball
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2014–2015: Volunteer Strength Coach • University of Maryland Football
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2013-2014: Volunteer Strength Coach • George Mason University
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2009-2012- Marine One • Quantico, VA
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2005-2009- USS George Washington • Norfolk, VA + Yokosuka, Japan
RYAN BERRY
SUMMER 2023 COACHING INTERN
ABOUT RYAN
As a student at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Ryan showcased his skills as a Pitcher on the Baseball team. His dedication and passion for sports have led him to pursue a B.S. in Exercise Science, which he will be graduating with in August 2023. Ryan's journey in athletics began at Frederick Community College, where he embarked on his college playing career.
This summer, Ryan will be undertaking a dual internship, joining us here at HPS while also working with the Strength & Conditioning department at Mount St. Mary's University. At The Mount, he will have the incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience designing and coaching training programs for Division I athletes from multiple teams. This valuable experience will undoubtedly shape Ryan's future as he aspires to become a Strength & Conditioning Coach in the private sector. Ryan's expertise is backed by his certification as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength & Conditioning Association.
KRISSY VERMA
SUMMER 2023 COACHING INTERN
ABOUT KRISSY
Krissy is a rising junior at the University of Maryland, pursuing a degree in Kinesiology-Pre-Med. This summer, Krissy will not only be working with us but also conducting groundbreaking research on Turner Syndrome at Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC. After graduation, Krissy is looking to pursue a career as a Sports Medicine Physician in the pro sports setting.
Krissy is a Certified Personal Trainer and has been honing her skills training clients in College Park during her college semesters. She's always eager to expand her knowledge and clinical experience. In fact, she's currently in the process of obtaining her EMT certification and will be working with College Park Fire in the fall.
