Beyond the Barbell: Manual Resistance Training
by Bill DeLongis
Description
This course will teach you how to effectively perform and coach manual resistance exercises while providing practical strategies for integrating them into a traditional strength training program. You will learn how to use manual resistance training with injured athletes, in situations where traditional weight room equipment is unavailable, and as a complete training method for full sessions. The course also examines the research comparing manual resistance training to traditional strength training, helping you understand the benefits, applications, and limitations of this unique training approach.
Lessons
The Coach
Bill DeLongis is in his 16th year as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach, with experience spanning all three NCAA divisions. Since 2017, he has worked seasonally with USA Women’s Hockey, contributing to the development of the National Team and serving as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the U18 National Team from 2018–2023 and again from 2026–present. He was also the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the 2024 USA Women’s Hockey Collegiate Team that captured the Euro Tour Championship. In addition, Bill has coached at numerous USA Hockey Development Camps, including U15, U18, and U19 levels.
Beyond his S&C responsibilities, DeLongis is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Exercise Science at Central Connecticut State University, Chair of the NSCA Ice Hockey Special Interest Group (SIG), and the founder of the Strength on Ice Summit and the Strength on the Gridiron Summit.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Fitness and Wellness from Winthrop University and a Master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Experiential Education from Plymouth State University. A current strongman competitor and former powerlifter, DeLongis brings a unique perspective as both a coach and athlete to the field of sport performance. He regularly contributes to the industry through written work featured on Pro Hockey Strength, STACK Magazine, TrainHeroic, and Breaking Muscle. His innovative approach to athlete development and recovery has gained national recognition, including features in The Wall Street Journal and CBS for his use of power tools as a soft tissue recovery method, as well as The Athletic for his work training hockey athletes.
Certifications
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NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS*D)
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NSCA Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC*D)
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NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
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USAW Sports Performance Coach
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Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms)
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Kinstretch Instructor
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Reflexive Performance Reset Level 3 (RPR-3)
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Certified Speed and Agility Coach (CSAC)
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Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach (Pn1)
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Functional Movement Systems (FMS) Certified
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BioForce Certified Conditioning Coach (BCC)
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Functional Range Assessment (FRA)
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Internal Strength Model (ISM – Functional Range Systems)
Continuing Education Certificates
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Ballistic Advanced Training Institute:
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Omni Contraction
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Neurotyping
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Hypertrophy
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- ELDOA for Hockey
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Pinnacle Performance: Biomechanics Program
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Triphasic Training:
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Peaking Method
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Implementation and Concepts of GPP Phases
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Postural Restoration Institute: Postural Respiration
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CrossFit Mobility Certification
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Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
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Eric Cressey’s Elite Baseball Mentorship
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This Course Includes
| 24 hours on-demand video |
| Streaming from mobile and TV |
| Lifetime access |
| Certificate of completion |
| 100% money back guarantee |
Course Info
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| Caterory: | Health & Fitness/Strength Training |
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| Videos: | 47 |