Rise and Conquer: Episode 6

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Orlando, Fla. (UCFKnights.com) -- UCFKnights.com's sixth episode of Rise & Conquer takes a look inside UCF's weight room and showcases the hard work the team is putting in with the new strength and conditioning program implemented by Zach Duval and Andrew Strop, find out how the coaching staff stays in shape and hear what the players have to say about the months leading up to the start of the season.

Mandatory summer workouts began on June 6th. The Knights have spent early mornings in the Nicholson Fieldhouse and the weight room getting stronger and building endurance. The Knights have also learned tips on how to take care of their bodies and the proper amount of recovery time they need to take after a workout so they will remain healthy throughout the season.

Excerpt from episode 6: Zach Duval: You have to develop a relationship and rapport with people. Trust is not just given, you have to earn trust. Respect is given, but not trust. If you want someone to trust you, you need to show them your true colors. You need to invest time into them. When do you know someone is committed? When they sacrifice. The players are seeing how much investment is going on and we've seen right away a better buy-in to the system.

View the latest episode of "Rise and Conquer" with the video above. If you missed any of the previous five episodes, click on the below links.

Rise and Conquer: Episode 1
Rise and Conquer: Episode 2
Rise and Conquer: Episode 3
Rise and Conquer: Episode 4
Rise and Conquer: Episode 5

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Video and Story by Chip Fontanazza and UCF Video Services