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Ted Rath | Winning the Little Details in the NFL
Football is evolving fast, and the coaches who keep pace are the ones who control what they can and win the little details. Ted Rath, Director of Sports Performance for the New Orleans Saints, reflects on over 15 years in the National Football League (NFL). He explains how training times, availability, and sheer athleticism have shifted with the game's expansion. Rath makes the case for gaining a well-rounded experience by coaching different sports, seeking knowledge, and being patient on your path. He also shares his linear progression approach to sport science that keeps new tools actionable and avoids technology overload. With players now arriving more educated and invested in their data, creating understanding and buy-in remains essential. Rath reveals that his coaching philosophy and culture starts with “leading yourself,” emphasizing ownership and helping others. Apply his perspective to protect availability, dial in the little details, and integrate sport science with purpose.
Reach out to Ted on Instagram: @tedrathstrengthcoach | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs and LinkedIn: @ericmcmahoncscs
Catch Ted’s session, “The Future of Training in Professional Football,” at the 2026 NSCA National Conference in New Orleans, July 8–11. Sign up early and save at NSCA.com/NSCACon.
Coaches Professional Development
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This article highlights some untapped opportunities within the healthcare industry, where personal trainers can still make a meaningful impact and promote health and fitness.
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Pros to the Private Sector – How to Build Your Career Throughout Every Aspect of Coaching
May 17, 2018by Adam Feit, CSCS,*D, RSCC
Before anyone reaches their dream job in coaching, they can expect their journey to take unexpected turns, twists, and detours. However, at every stop along the way, there will be valuable and key lessons. From 6:00 am grinds and barely making payroll to speaking and writing on the national stage, this session will remind those who aspire to be the very best in coaching to appreciate the journey.
Coaches Professional Development
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September 19, 2019by Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, CSCS,*D, CSPS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA
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