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Influence of Perceptual-Cognitive Function on Movement Output
August 30, 2020by Developing Agility and Quickness, Second Edition
This article briefly describes the importance of training perceptual-cognitive skills for faster performance.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Program design
Functional and Nonfunctional Overreaching and Overtraining
June 15, 2018by NSCA Guide to Program Design
If manipulation of the training variables is not tailored correctly to the desired adaptations and specific training goals, an athlete can experience symptoms of nonfunctional overreach. If this process continues, the athlete can develop overtraining syndrome.
Coaches Exercise Science
Considerations for Specialist Tactical Law Enforcement Officers during Long-Term Special Events
April 25, 2018by Shane David Irving
The lack of specific training for tactical athletes during long deployments poses a significant issue. This article addresses mitigation strategies that can help them perform at their best and reduce the risk of injury.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design
Potential for Using the Reactive Strength Index (Rsi) to Decrease Injury Risk and Improve Operational Performance in UK Firefighters
November 22, 2024by Lee Brown, MSC, CSCS, CSPS, TSAC-F, RSCC, and Scott Caulfield, MA, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, RSCC*E
This article provides considerations for preparing firefighters
for the physical and psychological demands of their job, including pre-operational work specific training during their rest times.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Safety Professional Development
Concurrent Cognitive and Physical Fitness Training
December 23, 2023by Gary Stebbing, CSCS
This article presents general information suggesting physical training as a means for improving cognitive fitness.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design
Positive and Negative Reinforcement in Coaching
May 18, 2018by Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning-4th Edition With Web Resource
Coaches can also benefit from understanding the concepts of positive and negative reinforcement and positive and negative punishment as they relate to motivation. Although coaches use a mixture of both reward and punishment, using rewards and a positive approach is arguably the best approach because it focuses on what athletes should do and what they did right.
Coaches Exercise Science
Benefits of Flexibility Training
May 18, 2018by NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Second Edition
Flexibility training is important because of the role that flexibility plays in improving movement performance and reducing the opportunity for injury. Learn more about the role of flexibility training in this exclusive excerpt from the book NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Second Edition, published by Human Kinetics.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Exercise Technique
Sample 5K Training Plan for Runners
May 23, 2018by Developing Endurance
This excerpt from the book Developing Endurance, published by Human Kinetics, presents a sample 5K training plan for runners.
Coaches Program design
Soccer-Specific Speed Drills
May 22, 2018
One common thread that provides an advantage for all soccer players at any position is to be faster than the opponent. Incorporate these drills into your next speed session.
Coaches Exercise Science
NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Episode 12: Katie Fowler
Katie Fowler, from the University of South Carolina, talks to the NSCA Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Scott Caulfield, about being part of a National Championship team/culture, successful intern qualities, being a female strength and conditioning coach in a male dominated profession, and the influence of data in strength and conditioning.
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