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Bioenergetic Demands of American Football—Considerations for Developing a Preparatory Conditioning Program
May 6, 2019by Jace A. Derwin, CSCS, RSCC
This article is intended to provide an understanding of the demands of football from a bioenergetic perspective and provides a framework in which strength and conditioning professionals can design conditioning plans that focus on preparing athletes for competition.
Coaches Program design
A Guide to Muscle Protein Synthesis for the Physique Athlete and Coach
June 19, 2023by Adam Michael Gonzalez, PhD, CSCS, David Douglas Church, PhD, CSCS,*D, and Guillermo Escalante, DSC, MBA, ATC, CSCS
This article discusses the balance between muscle protein synthesis (MPS) and muscle protein breakdown (MPB) to help individuals better achieve their goals in muscle hypertrophy.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition
Is Now the Right Time to Start Your Own Fitness Studio or Gym? From Personal Perspective
April 10, 2018by Josh Leve
For anyone who is considering starting their own fitness business, there are a few questions that should be considered. For example, why is the studio market booming? Is it the right time for you to make the leap? To answer these questions, there are several considerations that might help in this decision-making process.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration
Tart Cherry Supplementation – Implications for Strength and Physique Athletes
December 4, 2025by Sheyla Leon, Drew E. Gonzalez, PhD, CISSN, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, and Adam Gonzalez, PhD, CSCS,*D
This article from Personal Training Quarterly reviews tart cherry supplementation and its role in strength training. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and sport nutrition.
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Tests Based on Work Demands and Training Status
June 14, 2018by NSCA
Fitness testing uses a battery of protocols recognized by the scientific community as both reliable and valid, and it measures important fitness constructs such as aerobic endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, power, agility, flexibility, and balance.
Coaches Exercise Science
How Low Can You Go—Considerations for Low-Carbohydrate Diets
April 21, 2018by Esther M Bustamante RD,NSCA-CPT and Debra A. Wein, MS, RD,LDN, CSSD, NSCA-CPT
Recent research has developed new ways of approaching macronutrient ratios that challenge the conventional way of thinking. This article takes a look at what is usually recommended for athletes, as well as different lower carbohydrate variations.
Coaches Nutrition
Upper Body Power for Law Enforcement Officers
February 9, 2023by Marc Tangeman, CSCS, Ian Bonder, MS, CSCS, RSCC, and Andrew Shim, EdD, CSCS,*D
This article discusses the benefits of an upper body power program for law enforcement officers and how to program this effectively.
TSAC Facilitators Program design
Age and Sex Considerations: Practical Application
December 26, 2023by Developing Agility
This article from Developing Agility briefly discusses the importance of age-appropriate speed and agility drills.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Program design
Hydration and Electrolyte Considerations for Tactical Athletes
April 25, 2018by Trisha B. Stavinoha, MS, RD, CSCS
It is important for tactical athletes to be aware of their fluid intake and hydration status when training for or performing job duties. This article explains several ways this can be accomplished.
TSAC Facilitators Nutrition
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