MELBOURNE, Fla. – Florida Tech has transformed the Varsity Training Center weight room, providing scholar-athletes with a new level of training. The upgraded equipment and weights are designed to enhance their performance and support their athletic journey.

"Florida Tech Sports Performance is thrilled to announce our weight room upgrades! Our new look reflects our belief in cultivating scholars, champions, and leaders at Florida Tech, and we do so through our values of sweat equity, grit & growth, and building your legacy," says Director of Sports Performance Carl Putman.

The weight room upgrades, a testament to Florida Tech's unwavering commitment to excellence in sports performance, have been meticulously installed by FitnessSmith. This substantial investment in the well-being and training of our scholar-athletes is set to propel them towards their athletic goals.

"The installation of new fitness equipment in our varsity training center marks a significant stride towards embodying our Scholars Champions Leaders branding and core values. With a focus on Sweat Equity, Grit & Growth, and Building Your Legacy, this state-of-the-art equipment serves as more than just strength equipment — it's a beacon of inspiration for our athletes to strive for greatness," says Athletic Director Jamie Joss.

The revamped weight room is poised to elevate our athletes' overall training experience and empower them to excel in their respective sports and competitions.

"Each workout, each drop of sweat shed, represents a commitment to excellence and personal growth. As our athletes push their limits, they build strength and cultivate resilience and perseverance, the very essence of our ethos. Through this investment in their physical well-being, we empower our scholars to become champions, both in the classroom and competition, as they forge their legacies of success," continued Joss.

Putman added, "By adding brand new racks, benches, cable machines, and kettlebells, we are prepared to build champions at Florida Tech Sports Performance!"

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