John G. Patrick

The weight room is the most influential room in a school. It’s not a place to hang out — it’s a classroom. A place where habits are built, standards are set, and character is developed.

If you aren’t strong enough… Lifting weights will help you get stronger.

@Hgeof50 @SKG_Jaguars @SKG_Athletics @SKG_Strength Haha! Hope all is well my guy!

@Coachjgpatrick @SKG_Jaguars @SKG_Athletics @SKG_Strength

2 years at @SKG_Jaguars & @SKG_Athletics Grateful for the coaches, student athletes, and staff who make this place special. Proud of the growth, success, and standard we continue to build together . Thankful to be part of Jaguar Nation. #4theSKG #JaguarNation @SKG_Strength

@CoachNoon45 @uiltexas @OfficialTHSADA @THSCAcoaches Very true! Going to steal. Thank you for posting.

@uiltexas @OfficialTHSADA @THSCAcoaches we require coaches to have various certifications for their sport, so why don’t we require certifications for coaches who run the S&C for their campus or sports? Just because you like to workout doesn’t mean you’re qualified to do that role

@BSNSPORTS_FL no tag needed! Let @BSNSPORTS build out your weightroom for you! Contact your local rep!

USAW Level 1 Coach Certification May 30th & May 31st 2026 Seckinger High School 3655 Sardis Church Road, Buford, Georgia, 30519 Instructor: CJ Stockel Registration below ⬇️ usaweightlifting.sport80.com/public/wizard/…

Standards. Every time. Volume can create fatigue. Standards create discipline under fatigue. Anyone can do more when fresh. Resilient athletes are the ones who can still: Move well Focus Communicate Compete Hold the standard when tired

Hard training has purpose. Ego training has an audience. Hard training builds: Performance Discipline Resilience Skill under stress Ego training chases: Exhaustion Punishment Chaos Coach validation

Toughness can absolutely be trained, but not by tearing athletes down. Real resilience is built through: Consistency Accountability Controlled adversity Competition Response to failure Execution under pressure The best programs don’t break athletes. They Build

It’s not about being loud, emotional, or trying to “win” the workout. It’s about showing up consistently, staying coachable, holding the standard when fatigue hits, and attacking every rep. Real toughness is discipline, composure, and the ability to do hard things well over time.

It’s not about being loud, emotional, or trying to “win” the workout. It’s about showing up consistently, staying coachable, holding the standard when fatigue hits, and attacking every rep. Real toughness is discipline, composure, and the ability to do hard things well over time.

It’s humbling to speak in this unbelievable lineup. I’ll do my best! April 25th at Troy University. $75 to hear all those coaches???

@bjruis904 Don’t forget, looking like a dog shitting deadlifts

Watching videos posted of players “maxing out” but…. Bench press they’re bouncing barbell off their chest….. Or Squat not getting below 90° or using a box….. That’s not a MAX! I’m sure most would agree but yes that is my opinion!

@wedding_daniel Mike is a great dude

One of the most influential conversations I’ve had with another coach was Mike Bartos during my time in Youngstown, Ohio. He said to me, “A 315lb back squat is actually really impressive for a kid in high school no matter the age when done correctly.” As Spring Break approaches and the number of videos increases, it’s become increasingly evident to me on X how much emphasis is placed on weight over proper technique. That statement could not be more true. What you post/repost as the coach shows your true “standard”.

@Country_StrongZ @coach_Mahler @NHSSCA_GA Great line-up!

It's going to be an exciting and great experience. I'm thrilled to be part of this platform and collaborate with such talented coaches. Thank you, @NHSSCA_GA, for this opportunity.

@CoachShiffman @UBFootball @CoachNTrawick Saw a 17 year old get it 10 back in 1995… Anthony Slyman went in to play at Akron and had the bench record of 625lbs… there are freaks of nature out there! Great Lift!

@UBFootball @CoachNTrawick Did he just hit 405 ELEVEN times?!?!?!?!

Can coaches make it on the Freaks List? Asking for a friend @CoachNTrawick #UBhornsUP🤘l #BullMarket📈

Your son/daughter does not need to train more. They need to sleep, eat & recover more.

No… if that was the case I would be tracking 300yd shuttles or arm circumference.

Only three KPIs (besides attendance)? 1.Sprint speed 2.Jump performance 3.Relative strength Speed is the highest expression of power. Jumps show explosiveness. Strength supports the engine. Improve those three and most athletes are moving in the right direction.

Poor test results are feedback, not failure. You must take in consideration: fatigue, timing in the training cycle, sleep, or testing error. If it’s a true weakness we address it. If not, we stay the course. Athlete development is measured over years, not one testing day.