SAM BAKER – USC TROJANS

Hometown = Tustin California
High School – Tustin
Height – 6’5
Weight – 315
Position – Offensive Tackle
2008 NFL Draft – Projected 1st Round

"Sam Baker is one of two projected first round draft pics that are currently training at the Poliquin Performance Center in Chicago".

2007: Baker, a 3-time All-American first teamer (making him USC's third-ever 3-time All-American Started for his fourth season at left offensive tackle as a senior in 2007. 2007 Walter Camp All-American first team Phil Steele's All-American first team AP All-American second team SI.com All-American second team Collegefootballnews.com All-American second team All-Pac-10 first team (for the third consecutive year) ESPN.com All-Pac-10 first team Collegefootballnews.com All-Pac-10 first team Phil Steele's All-Pac-10 first team Rivals.com All-Pac-10 second team. He was 1 of 12 semifinalists for the 2007 Lombardi Award Award He was named to the 2007 Playboy Pre-Season All-American team (his second consecutive honor). USC team captain. USC's Co-Offensive Lineman of the Year Award. Senior Bowl invitee.

Sam Joined the Poliquin Team following his Junior season at USC. Looking to gain additional strength, speed and power, Sam turned to the professionals that have trained over 900 Olympic and professional athletes to accomplish his goal.

When Sam reported to Poliquin Performance Center in Chicago we performed our standard three-hour evaluation on him. Sam was tested for flexibility, musculoskeletal screening, upper & lower structural balance, speed, power and nutrition. With the results of our Structural Balance Assessment we developed a program specifically for Sam to strengthen his weaknesses and develop that raw power needed to play on the line.

In the past 6 weeks Sam has worked hard to increased his strength, speed and power in preparation for the combine and Pro Day. Even with one week off for the Senior Bowl, Sam has made incredible progress “4.5 increase in his vertical jump in three weeks”. Sam has the work ethic of a true Champion, his dedication and hard work will ensure success in the NFL.

Sam Bakers Training Schedule

Weight Training - 2 weight training sessions per day. 10-12 sessions per week.

Example Posterior Chain Workout “1 of 4 exercises are shown that he performs during his A.M workout.



Flexibility Work- 6 days per week

Active Release, Chiropractic, Soft Tissue Work – 3-5 sessions per week

Medical and IV – Two times per week

Speed Work – 2-4 times per week as needed

Nutrition- Prior to beginning Sams nutrition program he was tested for food allergies. As with most athletes we found several foods including beef, salmon and dozens of other foods that Sam was sensitive to. All Sam’s meals are 100% organic and prepared by Julie Burns of Sports Fuel. Every other day Sam gets all his meals delivered directly to his door.

Stay tuned for more reports on Sam Bakers progress and other Combine Invitees that are training with Poliquin Performance-Chicago

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