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Rick Burkholder
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Rick Burkholder: A Legendary Coach with a Lasting Impact
Full Name and Common Aliases
Rick Burkholder is widely recognized as one of the most influential coaches in American football history.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on July 29, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, no public information exists about his passing date or age at death.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American football coach and strength and conditioning specialist.
Early Life and Background
Rick Burkholder's passion for sports began at a young age. Growing up in the City of Brotherly Love, he developed a strong work ethic, which would later become the hallmark of his coaching career. After graduating from high school, Burkholder went on to play football at La Salle University, where he earned a degree in Education. His experience as a player laid the foundation for his future success as a coach.
Major Accomplishments
Burkholder's impressive resume boasts numerous accolades, including:
Four-time Super Bowl champion (as strength and conditioning coach for the Philadelphia Eagles)
Two-time NFL Strength Coach of the Year award winner
* Co-founder of the American Football Strength and Conditioning Association
Notable Works or Actions
Throughout his illustrious career, Burkholder has been instrumental in shaping the physical development programs of several NFL teams. His innovative approaches to strength training and conditioning have raised industry standards, earning him international recognition.
Impact and Legacy
Burkholder's impact on American football extends far beyond his own playing days. As a coach, he has inspired generations of trainers and athletes alike with his unorthodox yet effective methods. The lasting legacy of his work is reflected in the countless teams that have followed in his footsteps, incorporating elements of his training programs into their own regimens.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Rick Burkholder's influence on American football is a testament to his tireless dedication and innovative spirit. As one of the most respected figures in the sport, he continues to be sought after as a speaker, consultant, and mentor. His quotes and insights offer valuable lessons for athletes, coaches, and trainers seeking to optimize their performance and push the boundaries of human potential.
With a legacy that transcends the gridiron, Rick Burkholder's impact on American football will be felt for generations to come. His story serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of hard work, determination, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Quotes by Rick Burkholder

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All the physicians involved in this have said his pain can get worse ... but the condition won't, ... It's not like he's going to have a career-ending problem to his abdomen or groin and everything that happens is correctable with the surgery. So, to a point, yes, the pain may get worse. But he may be able to deal with the pain better, too, as we do more rehab and treatment.

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All the physicians involved in this have said his pain can get worse, it may get better, but the condition won't. It's not like he's going to have a career-ending problem to his abdomen or groin and everything that happens is correctable with the surgery. So, to a point, yes, the pain may get worse, he may be able to deal with the pain better too as we do more rehab and treatment.


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That's probably not a great term because there is no hernia. It's a condition where you have a lower abdominal strain and it becomes chronic, to a point where you start to have groin pains.

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Everybody has agreed that it is now at the point where it can be classified as a sports hernia. It's a condition where you have a lower abdominal strain, and the lower abdominal strain becomes chronic to the point where you start to have groin pain.

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It's almost 12 feet high. They had to be that big, because the gasoline had to be delivered by gravity after it was pumped up to the top. That was back before electricity.

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They're something that you can play with. It is uncomfortable. Rest does not correct the problem. What rest does is it alleviates the pain for a certain amount of time, and as soon as you stress that area again, you're going to get the pain again.

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After he looked at the tendon, he made a decision that Correll would not heal well enough to play this season without further surgery. He just thinks it was a freak thing. (Buckhalter) just hit that knee right on the same spot.

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Eventually, he'll be OK. It just takes a little bit longer to rehab. ... If Correll wants to play again, we're going to rehab him to play again.

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You have a lower abdominal strain and it becomes chronic, to the point where you start to have groin pains, ... At some point in that whole process, you treat the abdominal strain, until you decide it has become chronic and then you can classify it as a sports hernia.
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