After 20 years as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Seton Hall University, Angelo Gingerelli recently transitioned into a new role as a professor at Kean University. He also serves as the New Jersey State Director for the NSCA and is the author of The Next 4 Years: Compete, Win, and Thrive in College Sports.

In this episode, Angelo shares insights from his book and career, discussing why many athletes arrive at college unprepared—and the habits and actions they need to develop to thrive once they get there. He also offers perspective for high school coaches on how to better equip their athletes for the next level, both physically and personally.

We also dive into his decision to leave collegiate strength and conditioning after two decades, how coaches can navigate major career decisions, and the importance of building multiple streams of income outside of your day job.

Check out Angelo’s new book here: The Next 4 Years: Compete, Win, and Thrive in College Sports.

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Chapters

03:48 Transitioning from Coaching to Academia

06:41 The Process of Writing a Book

09:18 Understanding College Athletics

12:25 Preparing for College Sports

15:13 The Importance of Physical Development

17:50 Navigating the Recruitment Process

20:47 The Impact of First Impressions in College Sports

27:30 The Reality of College Athletics and Career Preparation

32:11 Transitioning from Coaching to Teaching

34:50 Long-Term Career Planning for Coaches

38:45 Exploring Additional Income Streams

43:29 The Value of Creating and Sharing Knowledge

48:26 Finding Purpose in Coaching and Mentorship