Samuel C. Payne
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dynamic Strength and Conditioning Coach with a proven track record at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in performance assessment and injury prevention. Expert in program design and Olympic lifting techniques, fostering athlete education and collaboration. Successfully developed a 12-week track program, leading to significant competitive achievements for participating institutions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct performance assessments for sprint football, fencing, and heavyweight crew athletes, creating individualized training plans that align with team goals and seasonal demands.
- Assisted with speed and change of direction training for Men’s Lacrosse, and strength, hypertrophy, and power development for Football through sport-specific, periodized programs focused on performance enhancement and injury prevention.
- Design and implement year-round, periodized strength and conditioning programs integrating Olympic lifting, plyometrics, speed development, change of direction drills, mobility, and recovery strategies to optimize performance and reduce injury risk.
- Instruct athletes on proper lifting techniques and biomechanics, fostering safe practices and long-term athletic development.
- Monitor training progress and outcomes using tools like Teambuildr and Perch, using data to make evidence-based adjustments.
- Collaborate with athletic trainers to create and implement individualized return-to-play protocols for injured athletes, ensuring safe reintegration into training and competition.
- Contribute to the development of a structured athletic curriculum for the Young Quakers Community Athletics (YQCA) program, focusing on physical literacy and age-appropriate progression.
- Design and implement a scalable dynamic warm-up routine for K–8 grade levels, promoting injury prevention and movement efficiency.
- Created a 12-week progressive track program that helped two of three participating institutions qualify for the 2025 Penn Relays.
Performance Coach
Limitless Philly
Flourtown, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Design and lead strength and conditioning programs for youth athletes, emphasizing foundational movement skills and long-term athletic development.
- Educate athletes on weight room safety, proper techniques, and resistance training principles, instilling discipline and safe training habits.
- Foster a high-energy, positive environment that encourages effort, teamwork, and personal growth.
- Oversee training equipment and inventory, ensuring readiness, cleanliness, and safety during sessions.
- Track athlete progress with key performance indicators and communicate results to parents to promote continued support.
Thrive Functional Strength Coach
City Fitness East Passyunk
Philadelphia, PA
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Led individualized and small group training sessions in alignment with THRIVE’s evidence-based programming standards for clients of all fitness levels.
- Designed and prescribed progressive exercise plans for diverse populations, including beginners, athletes, and individuals with specific health concerns.
- Interpreted body composition data from InBody 570 to personalize training and offer nutrition guidance.
- Built client relationships, contributing to membership growth through communication, education, and trust-building.
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Saint Joseph’s University
Philadelphia, PA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with program design and execution for Olympic sport teams, cheerleading, women’s basketball, and men’s lacrosse, supporting sport-specific development.
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Temple University Football
Philadelphia, PA
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted with training sessions, performance data collection using Catapult GPS technology, and managing recovery protocols for football athletes.
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported strength and conditioning programs for multiple Olympic sport teams, assisting with technique instruction and session logistics.
Education
M.S. - Exercise and Sport Science, Concentration in Applied Sports Performance
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12.2024
Skills
- Strength training
- Performance assessment
- Injury prevention
- Program design
- Team collaboration
- Athlete education
- Data collection and analysis
- Body composition analysis
- Continuing education commitment
- Olympic lifting techniques
- Corrective exercise implementation
- Nutritional guidance
- Motivational leadership
- Sport-specific conditioning
Certification
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), NSCA
- Level 1 Coach, USA Weightlifting (USAW)
- CPR/BLS Certification, American Heart Association
Leadership And Research
- President, Temple University ESSKA, 05/01/21, 12/01/21, Led academic enrichment and professional development events for Exercise and Sport Science students, fostering networking and career advancement opportunities.
- Co-Author, CommonHealth Research, 12/01/20, Co-authored research on exercise science and public health, published in CommonHealth.
Practical Experience
- Strength and Conditioning Intern, Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA, 09/01/23, 12/01/23, Assisted with program design and execution for Olympic sport teams, cheerleading, women’s basketball, and men’s lacrosse, supporting sport-specific development.
- Strength and Conditioning Intern, Temple University Football, Philadelphia, PA, 05/01/22, 09/01/22, Assisted with training sessions, performance data collection using Catapult GPS technology, and managing recovery protocols for football athletes.
- Strength and Conditioning Intern, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, 08/01/21, 12/01/21 , Supported strength and conditioning programs for multiple Olympic sport teams, assisting with technique instruction and session logistics.
Timeline
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
University of Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
Performance Coach
Limitless Philly
05.2024 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Saint Joseph’s University
09.2023 - 12.2023
Thrive Functional Strength Coach
City Fitness East Passyunk
05.2023 - 08.2024
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Temple University Football
05.2022 - 09.2022
Strength and Conditioning Intern
Temple University
08.2021 - 12.2021
M.S. - Exercise and Sport Science, Concentration in Applied Sports Performance
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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