Michael Stewart took over as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Salem in 2022 and continues to oversee the Tigers’ strength and conditioning program. He also oversees Gameday Operations for the Tigers. Since joining Salem, Stewart has played a major role in enhancing the university’s training facilities and athlete development systems.
During his tenure, Stewart expanded the Salem weight room by 800 square feet and added a turf training section to better accommodate the university’s larger roster sports. In 2024, he introduced laser timing gates for speed and agility testing, bringing combine-style performance evaluation technology to Salem student-athletes.
In addition to overseeing strength and conditioning operations, Stewart has mentored several graduate assistants and young coaches who have gone on to positions at institutions including Gardner-Webb University, West Virginia Wesleyan College, and the University of Cincinnati.
Before entering the strength and conditioning profession, Stewart was a standout wrestler at the University of Findlay, where he earned Academic All-American honors and was recognized with the Coca-Cola Scholar-Athlete Award. He earned multiple degrees at Findlay before later completing a master’s degree in Human Health and Performance at Salem University.
College(s) Attended:
University of Findlay
Salem University
Degree(s) Completed:
Associate’s Degree (Personal Training) – University of Findlay
Bachelor’s Degree (Strength and Conditioning) – University of Findlay
Master of Business Administration – University of Findlay
Master’s Degree (Human Health and Performance) – Salem University
Experience:
2022 – Present – Salem University – Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Gameday Operations Director
Hometown:
Fredericktown, Ohio
