Steve Hess

About

As the assistant coach as well as strength and conditioning coach for the Denver Nuggets, he oversees the team's weight training, conditioning and nutritional programs. He joined the franchise in 1996.

Before Fame

He earned a Master's degree in physical education with an emphasis on sports medicine and a bachelor’s degree in exercise science fitness and cardiac rehabilitation.

Trivia

He became one of six trainers worldwide to sit on the Under Armour training council while being an official spokesperson for the National Sports Center for the Disabled and a member of NBA Team Fit.

Family Life

He and his wife Alicia, a conditioning expert, have sons named Jordan and Korey.

Associated With

He has worked under head coaches Brian Shaw and George Karl as an assistant coach for the Nuggets.