Legendary Strength Coach, Erik Helland, who has a storied career spanning both the NBA (including the iconic 90's Chicago Bulls) and collegiate basketball at the University of Wisconsin, shares invaluable insights into the evolution of coaching, the importance of mentorship, and building team cohesion.

Helland reflects on his time spent bonding with athletes and coaches, his appreciation for the influential mentorship of Al Vermeil, and the crucial transition moments in his career. He emphasizes the significance of consistent, high-quality training, effective communication, and creating a culture that prioritizes both athletic and personal development.

Helland also touches on the administrative challenges of the expanding staff sizes in today's league, the interplay between athletic training and strength conditioning, and the timeless qualities necessary for becoming a successful coach.

Erik's Email: [email protected]

00:58 Mentorship and Professional Growth

03:04 Impact of Al Vermeil

06:56 Chicago Bulls in the 80s and 90s

11:41 Training Philosophy and Team Culture

14:40 Challenges of Modern NBA Staffs

20:24 Collaboration with Training Staff

23:15 Injury Rates and Factors

24:56 Innovative Team Lifts in the NBA

25:37 Consistency and Quality in Training

28:23 Challenges and Adaptations in Collegiate Coaching

31:39 Building Strong Relationships with Athletes

36:23 Timeless Art of Coaching

44:15 Current Endeavors and Future Plans