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The Mark R. Shenkman Training Center

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The Mark R. Shenkman Training Center is a brand new, state-of-the-art facility that includes a brand-new strength and conditioning facility. The facility is over 18,000 square feet with an overhang balcony. The main strength area is approximately 11,000 square feet and the balcony is approximately 7,000 square feet. The facility features equipment from various manufacturers including Power Lift, Black Iron Strength, Pound Zero, Iron Grip and Sorinex Exercise Equipment. The facility currently has 20 Championship Units with eight additional units coming soon. The facility will also be equipped with electronic devices that allow the strength and conditioning staff to monitor workouts and collect data on a daily basis.

The ten Championship units on the southwest side of the strength and conditioning facility.

View of one unit of equipment with bumper plates, adjustable DB system and a tendo unit.

A detailed view of the adjustable DB system. Weights range from 15 lbs. to 105 lbs. in 2.5 lbs. increments. Not pictured are the adjustable DB systems with weights ranging from 100 lbs. to 127.5 lbs in 2.5 lbs. increments.

View of the eight Championship units on the south east side of the Strength and Conditioning facility.

A side view of the 100-127.5 lbs adjustable DB System.

Stairway view of the approximately 11,000 square foot main strength area that houses the primary exercise units.

View of the approximately 7,000 square foot balcony area that has a five lane turf area that is 70 yards long with electronic timing devices.

View of Keiser air machines with computer interface measuring power and peak power output in order to enhance sport performance and to aid in the rehabilitation process.

Other Facilities

Above: The Field House Weight Room is located on the lower level of the Hugh S. Greer Field House. This 5,200 square foot facility features 14 custom made multi-use racks with platforms. These units include custom-made UConn labeled York bumper and steel plates. The weight room also features four complete racks of dumbbells as well as eight cable machines and other various Cybex machines for secondary leg exercises.

Above: The Lower Gampel Pavilion Weight Room is located in the lower level of Harry A. Gampel Pavilion. This 2,000 square foot facility features nine custom made Power Lift racks with Power Block dumbbells allowing each unit to be self contained. Each unit houses Uesaka bumper plates and Muscle Grip steel plates.

Above: The Upper Level Gampel Weight Room is located in the upper level of the Harry A. Gampel Pavilion This 3600 square foot weight room is primary used to help with the overflow of athletes from the other two facilities. This weight room features seven racks and various pieces of Hammer Strength equipment.

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