Central Washington University Director of Strength and Conditioning, Erik Hoium, details his journey of selecting the ideal flooring for his gym, focusing on durability, maintenance, and athlete safety. Learn about the key factors that influenced his decision-making process, including the need for a floor that would last 10-20 years without worries, ease of cleaning, and prevention of moisture damage.

Safety is paramount, so Hoium searched for a non-slick surface with cushioning to protect joints and ensure safe landings during training. Mondo’s newest product, Valor, perfectly met his specific needs.

This video covers the challenges of their previous facility, the desire for inlaid platforms to optimize space, and how Mondo stepped up with their cutting-edge, yet-to-be-marketed Valor flooring. Discover how their proactive approach and excellent customer service made them the ideal partner for CWU’s gym transformation.

Prior to joining Central Washington as a graduate assistant for football in 2014, Hoium was the assistant strength and conditioning coordinator for football at Olivet Nazarene University (Bourbonnais, Ill.). While at Pacific Lutheran University, from 2012-2013, Hoium served as an intern where he helped develop and lead sport specific exercise sessions. He also served as a fitness orientation specialist while at PLU, helping students develop proper lifting technique. He has been an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist since 2013.