Drake brings over ten years of experience working with athletes from youth to professional levels. He has worked with business executives and athletes in all major US sporting organizations to provide data-driven insights for performance, health, and longevity. Drake currently serves as the VP of Performance & Brand at Hawkin Dynamics, and previously held roles as Director of Sport Science and Content Manager over a six year period. Before joining Hawkin Dynamics, Drake worked as the Applied Sport Scientist for the University of Illinois Men’s & Women’s Basketball teams. He holds a masters in Exercise Physiology & Nutrition, and is currently pursuing his PhD in force plates through the University of Salford (UK). Beyond his academic pursuits, Drake has garnered substantial experience in business through his tenure as a small business owner. His consulting and advising company, Strength 2 Speed LLC, bridges the gap between human performance and technological solutions for sports, health, and fitness companies.


Here's a quick overview of our show:
✅ The 6 phases of the countermovement jump and what they tell you
✅ Profiling athletes by the shape of their force time curve
✅ Measuring high RFD in the drop jump versus the countermovement rebound jump
✅ Metrics worth using for monitoring athlete recovery and performance
✅ ..and much, much more


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