Strength and conditioning matters when it comes an athletic program’s success. As a result, strength record boards can be one of the best investments athletic directors and coaches can make for their weight room. Nothing encourages growth more than spirited competition. A athletic dry erase goal board is not just a way to reward hard work, but to motivate athletes to beat records set by their teammates and the top athletes of the past.
There are several different types of weight room record boards that work well for displaying weight room records. Each option has benefits depending on your needs.
Slide In Sports Record Board
Slide in record boards are visually striking and are perfect for displaying all-time strength records. As the name suggests, the records slide in and out of the board, so updating this type of board is quick and easy. Look for a company that offers record updates that include the name, year and record printed all on one strip rather than hassling with individual letters. One drawback to the slide in version is they are not ideal if you want to keep track of strength records by season only. While updating a few all-time weightlifting records is reasonable, it could get expensive to replace all the records every season.
Laid Vinyl Sports Record Board
Laid vinyl strength record boards are similar to the Slide-in board except that record strip decals are added to the front rather than simply sliding in and out. These weight lifting boards are a little more work to update, but offer a more economic cost. Like the slide in sports goal board, they are great for displaying all-time records, but can be an expensive option if you plan on updating the records often.
Dry Erase Weight Room Record Board
A dry erase strength record board is typically the best choice for a weight room. Weight room records tend to be broken more quickly than other sports records. This style allows your strength and conditioning coach to update the whiteboard right when a record is broken offering instant recognition for the accomplishment. This coaches board can also double as a great way to list off the workout for the day. Coaches dry erase boards often include options which make them very versatile including magnetic or static cling additions. There are many levels of quality when looking for a custom dry erase board. Some companies cut costs by offering inferior dry erase surfaces which can make them difficult to erase and cheap plastic frames. Make sure you ask about the quality of the materials used.
Whether you choose the slide in, laid vinyl or weight room marker board, be sure you pick a company that offers a free custom design that is tailored to your specific needs. Regardless of your choice, you will find that it will improve the performance of your athletes and honor part of your team’s athletic history.
If you would like more information on athletic record boards, contact Team Fitz Graphics, LLC today. One of our design specialists would be happy to develop a design and quote for your athletic department. Call 855.356.8550 or email info@teamfitzgraphics.com.