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Functional Core Assessment

October 11, 2019by Developing the Core

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This excerpt from Developing the Core discusses two testing methods that may predict a strong or weak core based on how well the participant completes the task.

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First Responder Research Column – The Importance of Adequate Sleep for First Responders’ Mental Health

October 2, 2025by Sarah Lanham, MS, CSCS,*D, and Mark Abel, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D

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This TSAC Report article discusses the training load of GPS technology and blood lactate monitoring for first responders. Visit NSCA online to learn more about tactical fitness.

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TSAC Report – July 2019 Research Column

March 21, 2020by Brian Schilling, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA and Dustin Dunnick

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This article is part of a continuing series of tactical strength and conditioning (TSAC) research reviews. It is designed to bring awareness to new research findings of relevance to tactical strength and conditioning communities.

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Defining the Sport Scientist

December 22, 2023by Adam Virgile, MS, CPSS, CSCS, RSCC

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This infographic briefly defines the sport scientist and a few related roles and job tasks.

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Feasibility and Difficulties of Conducting Research on Professional Firefighters

April 26, 2021by Matthew Sokoloski, CSCS, TSAC-F, Dr Brandon Rhett Rigby, PhD, CSPS, NSCA-CPT, Isaac Rowland, CSCS, Ryan Gordon, CSCS, and Christopher Ryan Bachik, CSCS, TSAC-F

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The purpose of this article is to identify and discuss the difficulties that can arise when performing physiological-based research with firefighters.

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Potential Benefits of Exercise for Helping Reduce Depression in Tactical Occupations

May 2, 2025by Nick Ramirez, NSCA-CPT, TSAC-F

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This article discusses the potential benefits of exercise for helping reduce depression in tactical populations.

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TSAC Report – April 2020 Research Column

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September 19, 2019by Chris Bailey, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC

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Aged Firefighter Needs Analysis – Enhancing Readiness throughout the Career Span

May 3, 2024by Daniel Higuera, MS, CSCS, and Mark Abel, PhD, CSCS

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The purpose of this article is to propose a training model for the aging firefighter to improve the athletic qualities of aerobic fitness and muscular strength so that they may remain healthier longer into their careers.

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The 8 Main Movement Patterns – A Programming Framework for Tactical Strength and Conditioning

July 5, 2021by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT

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This article details the rationale for making the eight main movements the foundation of tactical strength and conditioning.

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