Curtis Palmer

Major: Kinesiology and Health
Company/Organization: Goldfinch Athletics
Company/Organization website: https://goldfinchathletics.com/
Destination: Ankeny, Iowa
Timeframe: Spring 2023
Advisor/Coordinator Email: dpower@iastate.edu

Responsibilities

Lead and assist in coaching groups of athletes through a warm-up, speed work, strength and a cool-down/stretch. Bring an professional, energetic and friendly attitude to each day and a willingness to learn. Along with assisting in taking care and cleaning the facility.

Accomplishments

Increasing my strengths as a coach, improving my knowledge and ability to help athletes.

Learning experience

I learned many lessons during my time at Goldfinch, there are a few notable lessons. Patience was a big lesson I had to learn, from dealing with large groups or just an individual always take the time to explain and remain calm and collected. The next lesson was adaptability, having a schedule and a plan is required. But having the ability to change either sections of a workout or create a whole new exercise for an athlete is a great ability to have.

What advice would you give?

The best way to learn is to get involved; intern, volunteer or work anywhere that has your interest.

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