Tulane Strength Facilities
HERTZ CENTER
Attached to the main practice area of the Hertz Center are the strength and conditioning weight room athletic training room. The open floor plan gives the student-athletes access to both rooms and almost 3,000 square-foot area that can be viewed from the gym through an all-glass front. The strength and conditioning area contains three Power Lift Racks as well as their weight training equipment line: both plate-loaded machines and cable machines. There are also Woodway treadmills, Cybex Arc Trainers, elliptical machines, and a full line of dumbbells, kettlebells, and medicine balls. The athletic training area houses one Hydroworx cold tub, two taping tables, and three treatment stations. Offices were also installed for the staff members that will be working with the Green Wave programs housed in the Hertz Center.
HENRY FRNKA WEIGHT ROOM
Located in the Wilson Center, the Henry Frnka Weight Room is where Tulane student-athletes dedicate themselves to maximize their athletic potential through a year-round training opportunity. Featuring more than 5,500 square feet of training space and more than 20,000 pounds of weights and equipment, every student-athlete at Tulane utilizes the state-of-the-art facility and receives personal attention for all of his or her training needs. The facility has assisted in developing an intense and hard working, yet enjoyable, atmosphere. The strength staff closely monitors the implementation and progress of a proactive sport-specific program designed to improve flexibility, speed, power, agility and strength.
The goals of the staff are to help each student-athlete reach his or her peak physical performance while maximizing injury prevention. All student-athletes receive personal training and instruction that specifically enhances athletic performance in their respective sport. The strength and conditioning facility is an integral part of Tulane's on-field success.The weight room is furnished with equipment from Powerlift, Life Fitness and Hammer Strength. The facility also is equipped with Dynamax medicine balls, hurdles, plyometric boxes and assorted speed and agility equipment. The weight room also features Life Fitness stationary bikes, elliptical cross trainers and treadmills to ensure cardiovascular fitness. Strength and conditioning is a critical element in the wellness plan for every Tulane student-athlete.
