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From Personal Experience—TSAC Influence
April 24, 2018by Mark Taysom, MS
One of the most important skills for tactical facilitators to have is the ability to influence others. One way tactical facilitators can improve their influence is through education, observation, and participation.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design
Low Back Pain—Is Motor Control Exercise Superior to General Exercise? A Review of the Research
April 11, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT
This article provides an overview of the scientific evidence comparing specific motor control exercise intervention to using a more general exercise approach, and concludes by discussing the practical implications for strength and conditioning professionals from an exercise programming perspective.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design
NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Episode 16: Micah Kurtz
Micah Kurtz, Director of Strength and Conditioning at AC Flora High School talks to the NSCA Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Scott Caulfield, about high school strength and conditioning, and how to break into the field.
Coaches Professional Development
Sleep Hygiene Strategies for Tactical Athletes
April 24, 2018by Canaan Heard, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
Tactical athletes, due to the nature of their jobs, may have sleeping problems (such as falling asleep and/or staying asleep) which is indicative of poor sleep quality. This article shares sleep hygiene strategies that can help tactical athletes achieve better rest.
TSAC Facilitators Program design
Considerations for Supplementing HMB and Leucine for Recovery
April 25, 2018by Trisha B. Stavinoha, MS, RD, CSCS
Eating a diet rich in leucine and supplementing HMB may be beneficial for tactical athletes as long as they are following the recommended guidelines.
TSAC Facilitators Nutrition
How to Leverage Wearable Fitness Technology to Increase Client Success
February 3, 2024by Brittany Todd, MA, NSCA-CPT
This article briefly discusses tips for personal trainers using wearable fitness devices, including how to help guide clients towards proper utilization, understanding, and application of the information provided.
Personal trainers Professional Development
Teaching for Skill Acquisition in Fitness – Best Practices for Fitness Pedagogy
April 17, 2021by Dr Anthony Smith, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D
The purpose of this article is to present pedagogical content knowledge to personal trainers aimed to enhance client performance and satisfaction.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Professional Development
Nutritional Strategies to Balance Exercise-Induced Inflammation
April 20, 2018by Laurel Wentz, PhD, RD, CSSD
While acute inflammation is a normal response to high-intensity training, chronic inflammation results in depressed immunity and impaired muscle response. Learn about nutritional strategies to help balance exercise-induced inflammation to optimize performance outcomes.
Coaches Nutrition Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease
"Get Up and Go" Drill for Rugby Players
May 22, 2018by Developing Speed
The aim of the get up and go drill for rugby players is to develop the ability to accelerate from a low body position, which is especially important when accelerating into a potential contact situation.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique
The Components of Recovery for Tactical Operators
December 19, 2022by Dane Bartz, PhD, CSCS,*D and Alexandra Bartz
This article uses relevant research and literature to provide suggestions for optimal recovery in tactical operators.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design
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