ERIK JERNSTROM
Atlanta
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished NFL Strength and Conditioning Coach, RTP Specialist with 10+ years of progressive experience designing and implementing elite performance programs in the Professional, Collegiate and Private Sector. Passionate about maximizing player development, health and availability through an evidence-based, innovative and multidisciplinary performance approach. Experienced in building/leading staffs, unifying departments and integrating high performance models that align with organizational values, culture and standards of excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR. OF S&C, RTP SPECIALIST
ATLANTA FALCONS
03.2024 - Current
- Work closely with Sport Coaches, Sports Medicine, Sport Science and Sports Nutritionist to develop an integrated performance model for athlete health and performance
- Effectively develop and implement a results based training program based on time of year, athlete needs/limitations, and sport demands
- Provide insight on roster performance, health and availability to help determine practice volumes and intensities
- Collaborate with Personnel and Scouting Department to assess potential roster additions
- Work within the Return to Play Department to build and implement rehab training for injured athletes
- Lead our Readiness and Recovery Committee, a multidisciplinary group of practitioners providing global recovery strategies to optimize player readiness and availability.
- Support the implementation of Performance Science testing and monitoring to provide subjective and objective data to help with the athlete management and training process
- Provide insights for management of the department budget and its allocation for various resources
GENERAL MANAGER & DIRECTOR OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE
EFORCE SPORTS
06.2016 - 03.2024
- Work closely with Sport Coaches, Physical Therapists and Sports Nutritionist to develop an integrated performance model for athlete development
- Development and execution of NFL, NBA, MLB, USATF, LPGA & MLS off-season programs for athletes including Cooper Kupp, Brandin Cooks, LaMichael James, Martell Webster, Terrence Williams, Chris Derrick, and Evan Jager
- Consultant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Bowerman Professional Track Club
- Ran and managed multiple yearly team contracts with various sports and teams
- Successful implementation of comprehensive performance technology systems, including Omegawave, GPS, Brower, Jump Mats, Heart Rate Monitors, VBT, and Wellness Questionnaires
- Development and implementation of an integrated internship for Sport Science and Sports Performance Coaches teaching effective collaboration between an interdisciplinary staff
- Created/executed a NFL Combine and Pro-day Prep program
- Manage a sports performance staff of 5 and interns committed to high standards
- Presented on strength and conditioning topics at state and nationally recognized conferences
- Strategically plan quarterly and annual goals for company growth
- Oversee daily operations of EForce Sports and its divisions (baseball, basketball, football, fitness, performance, softball and physical therapy)
- Hire personnel, ensure employee productivity and alignment to cultural standards, and support continued development.
- Facilitate organizational integration to optimize internal referrals, employee and athlete experience, and overall company success
- Support the management of the budget and its allocation to maximize growth and profitability while minimizing unnecessary overhead
DIRECTOR OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE
LINFIELD UNIVERSITY
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Development and implement annual training plans for 12 sports
- Created, managed and developed a high performance staff of Assistants, GAs and Interns
- Identified KPIs and integrated Sports Science Masters program and students to continuously assess trends
- Facilitated constant communication between Sports Coaches, Sports Med, and Sports Performance to drive collaborative and transparent decision making
- Support the management of the facility and department budget
- Attend various sporting events to show support and champion the Linfield Athletic Department
EXERCISE SCIENCE ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
LINFIELD UNIVERSITY
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Teach upper-division exercise physiology classes at a Top 100 Liberal Arts College
- Deliver an applied exercise science curriculum blending theory with practice
- Provide career mentorship and guidance to aspiring Sports Performance and Sports Med students
- Help place students in various career opportunities
ASSISTANT SPORTS PERFORMANCE COACH
EFORCE SPORTS
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Aided coaches in implementing strength and conditioning programs and completed weight room duties
- Created and implemented a scalable sports performance training system currently in use
- Gathered, analyzed, and interpreted performance data for local high school football teams
- Designed transitional rehab workouts for return-to-play athletes
ASSISTANT COACH, OREGON STATE PERFORMANCE CAMP
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Organized and led daily warm-ups and conditioning for Oregon State Dance & Cheer Team, college club sport athletes and high school athletes
- Coached athletes on weightlifting technique and sprinting technique
- Collaborated with the head coach in program design for best team experience and results
UNDERGRADUATE COACHING ASSISTANT
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Assisted with Women’s Basketball, Football, Women’s Soccer, Softball, and Women’s Crew
- Trained draft eligible players for the NFL Pro Day and Pro Day events
- Aided coaches in implementing strength and conditioning programs and completed weight room duties
- Assisted with Football Pregame Warm-ups
- Gathered, analyzed, and interpreted performance data using Zephyr
- Designed transitional rehab workouts for return-to-play athletes
Education
Bachelors of Science -
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR01.2016
Skills
- Integrated Performance Training
- Programming & Periodization
- Cuing & Coaching Science
- Athlete Testing & Profiling
- Return to Play Protocols
- Interdisciplinary Staff Integration
- High Performance Culture Development
- Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
- NSCA- CSCS
- USAW-1
- First Aid, CPR, AED
Timeline
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR. OF S&C, RTP SPECIALIST
ATLANTA FALCONS
03.2024 - Current
DIRECTOR OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE
LINFIELD UNIVERSITY
11.2023 - 03.2024
EXERCISE SCIENCE ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
LINFIELD UNIVERSITY
09.2021 - 03.2024
GENERAL MANAGER & DIRECTOR OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE
EFORCE SPORTS
06.2016 - 03.2024
ASSISTANT SPORTS PERFORMANCE COACH
EFORCE SPORTS
06.2015 - 06.2016
ASSISTANT COACH, OREGON STATE PERFORMANCE CAMP
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2013 - 04.2015
UNDERGRADUATE COACHING ASSISTANT
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2013 - 04.2015
Bachelors of Science -
Oregon State University