Hofstra University
The Strength and Conditioning Facility at David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex
Hempstead, NY
Hofstra + Advantage: The Perfect Equation
When preparing to renovate their strength and conditioning facility at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex, the athletic department staff at Hofstra University realized that giving student athletes access to the right tools at this point in their careers would have a lifelong impact on them. The same way they take every opportunity to improve academics, they take pride in improving all aspects of student life. The new weight room at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex is absolutely incredible, and Advantage was delighted to contribute to the project.
Kelly Shaver, Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Performance at Hofstra University had previously worked with Advantage Sport & Fitness on weight room projects. He wanted to work with a company and an expert who he could rely on to deliver the right layout, recommend durable top-of-the-line equipment, and be available and present for the duration of the project. Based on those needs and his past experience, Kelly knew the clear choice was Territory Sales Manager Rob Anspach and the Advantage Team.

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Behind the Hofstra University project
Maximizing space
Kelly notes that at the start of the project, the most important aspect was maximizing the space they had to work with. They needed a layout and an assortment of equipment that could easily handle team rosters of between 8 and 38 within the same room.
Another element that was very important to Hofstra was branding. They wanted to integrate their colors logo, and slogans prominently on equipment and throughout the space so it oozed Hofstra spirit.

Customization and branding
The room also includes benches with custom logos on the frame and embossed upholstery, which is a really nice, elevated touch.
Additional strength pieces include Power-Lift Pro Select 2x Free Standing Pulley, Leg Extension and Prone Leg Curl, well rounded workouts suitable for all sports.
Custom Bumper plates from Ferus Prime are seen donning the words “Hofstra Pride”, as well a Custom Bar end caps, featuring the Hofstra “H.”
Last but certainly not least, the flooring is the ultimate game-changer. With Ecore Beast Rubber flooring specially designed for strength training and engineered to last. With the custom Hofstra “H” custom branded inlaid lifting platforms, the floor combines functionality with aesthetics for big win!

The reward

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