Mark Watts

www.elitefts.com

Mark Watts is a fifth grade school teacher and U8 Girls Soccer Coach in Columbus, Ohio. Formerly, Watts was the Director of Education at elitefts.com and the host of the Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast. He has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science & Health Promotion from California University of PA and a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from Clarion University of PA. He has held professional certifications through the NSCA, CSCCa, NASM, and USAW. Watts has worked with college athletes in over 20 different sports at the Division I, II & III levels for over 15 years as a strength & conditioning and/or football coach at institutions such as Denison University, The United States Military Academy at West Point, Allegheny College and Clarion University. He has also completed internships at The Ohio State University and the University of Tulsa. Watts played college football at Clarion University and has competed in powerlifting, strongman, and Olympic Weightlifting. He is originally from Pittsburgh, PA and is a USMC veteran.

 
Lying Leg Curls - Strip Set with Partials
Lying Leg Curls - Strip Set with Partials
Elitefts.com Advisor & Mountain Dog Diet & Training founder John Meadows performs an extended set of lying leg curls
Triceps Extensions with Chains
Triceps Extensions with Chains
Elitefts™ chains being used by Mountain Dog Diet and Training Founder John Meadows
Seated Lateral Raise With Chains
Seated Lateral Raise With Chains
Mountain Dog Diet and Training Founder John Meadows preforming side raises with Elitefts™ chains.
Barbell Chain Push-Ups (Strip Set + "Up the Rack Sets)
Barbell Chain Push-Ups (Strip Set + "Up the Rack Sets)
Barbell Chain Push-Ups with Chains performed on a Cambered Bar in the Rack
Lying Leg Curl Strip Set with Partials
Lying Leg Curl Strip Set with Partials
Jennica Kidd performs a strip set of leg curls with partials at the end
Backward Prowler Push
Backward Prowler Push
John Meadows performing backward prowler pushes for his quad development.
Yoke Bar Box Squat with Chains (Strip Set)
Yoke Bar Box Squat with Chains (Strip Set)
Dave Tate performs a strip set of Yoke Bar Box Squats with Chains
Mountain Dog Training Lower Body Tri-Set
Mountain Dog Training Lower Body Tri-Set
John Meadows performs a Tri-Set for Legs with extensions, hack squats, and presses
Dumbbell Scott Curls
Dumbbell Scott Curls
Matt Kroc training arms 2 weeks out from NPC Mich State Championships
Muscle Mace Push Downs
Muscle Mace Push Downs
Elitefts.com Founder Dave Tate demonstrates how to us the Elitefts muscle mace for triceps pushdowns.
One Arm Lying Tricep Extension with Muscle Mace & Chains
One Arm Lying Tricep Extension with Muscle Mace & Chains
Elitefts.com Founder Dave Tate demonstrates how to us the Elitefts muscle mace with chain extensions
Standing Abs with Straps
Standing Abs with Straps
EliteFTS Team Member and Iron Sport Gym Owner, Steve Pulcinella demonstrates the Standing Ab Exercises
One Arm Deadlift
One Arm Deadlift
Elitefts.com Inc Advisor and The Spot Athletics owner JL Holdsworth One Arm Deadlift with 315lbs
Dynamic Bench Press with Bands & Chains (Set-Up)
Dynamic Bench Press with Bands & Chains (Set-Up)
Elitefts Team Member Clint Darden demonstrates the EZ Squat & Bench Strap Loader set-up
Close Grip Bench Press with Shoulder Saver Bar
Close Grip Bench Press with Shoulder Saver Bar
Dave Tate performs Close Grip Bench Press cluster set with the EliteFTS Shoulder Saver Bar
Slayer Bar JM Press with Chains
Slayer Bar JM Press with Chains
Dave Tate performs a modified JM press using a Slayer Bar
Front Squat Extended Set
Front Squat Extended Set
John Meadows performs an extended set on the Front Squat
In Honor of Deacon Jones: Physical Skills for Defensive Lineman
In Honor of Deacon Jones: Physical Skills for Defensive Lineman
David "Deacon" Jones revolutionized the defensive line position after 14 seasons in the NFL.
Pin Pulls (Above Knee)
Pin Pulls (Above Knee)
Rack Pulls from High Pins (above Knee)
Leg Press Up-Down Set
Leg Press Up-Down Set
Matt Kroc performing Up & Down sets on the Leg Press
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Part 4
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength ...
Young coaches spend a great deal of time on program design, sets, reps, percentages, and every new drill or exercise that appears on the internet.
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Part 3
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength ...
As the head strength and conditioning coach, the development of your assistants is a direct reflection of you as a professional.
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Part 2
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength ...
I was introduced to the writings of Patrick Lencioni via an audio interview with Joe Kenn on EliteFTS.com.
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Part 1
The Strength & Conditioning Internship: A Simple Guide for Strength ...
Organizing and implementing a quality internship program can enhance the overall goals of your strength and conditioning program, which has limited budgets and resources.
Taking the L.E.A.D with Weight Room Safety - Part III
Taking the L.E.A.D with Weight Room Safety - Part III
This is why a coach must re-calculate and adjust percentage of maxes or working rep maxes as often as possible.
Taking the L.E.A.D With Weight Room Safety - Part II
Taking the L.E.A.D With Weight Room Safety - Part II
As the head strength and conditioning coach, you are not only responsible for teaching athletes but also educating your assistants.
Taking the "L.E.A.D" With Weight Room Safety
Taking the "L.E.A.D" With Weight Room Safety
Safety is much more than just spotting and cleaning up. It is what can define your entire program.

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