Dustin Malandra will begin his eighth year as Cabrini's strength and conditioning coach in 2020-21.
Malandra comes from a physical therapy background after four years at In Motion Physical Therapy in Downingtown, PA. During his time at In Motion, Malandra had the opportunity to interact with people of all ages and physical abilities. He was called upon to help rehab recovering patients as well as train rehabilitated athletes. His passion for injury prevention and improving athletic performance led him to the field of strength and conditioning.
Malandra graduated from Indiana University in 2010 with a bachelor’s of science in kinesiology and a minor in medical sciences. He also completed his master's degree in Exercise and Sport Physiology at West Chester University in 2016.
Malandra is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and received his Strength and Conditioning certification (CSCS) in February 2013. He also became a Level 1 Sport Performance Coach (USA-W) in August 2013.
Malandra has also earned Cabrini the distinction of being a certified ACL injury reduction site, joining LaSalle University as the only Sportsmetrics certified sites within a 100 mile radius.
