The Los Angeles Lakers have hired Gunnar Peterson as director of strength and endurance training, according to a team press release.
The Lakers say Peterson “will design and implement a strength and conditioning program for the team with the goal of keeping the players performing at elite levels throughout the NBA season.” Peterson’s prior experience includes working with “some of the top entertainers and athletes in the world,” including athletes from the “NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB, USTA, boxing and various NCAA sports.”
Peterson has 28 years of experience in the industry, is a graduate of Duke University and “a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist,” according to the team.