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Hierarchical Structure of Periodization Cycles
August 24, 2018by Developing Power
The periodization of training is facilitated by a hierarchical structure that allows for several distinct interrelated levels that can be used in the planning process. Each level of the periodization process should be based on the training goals established for the athlete or team.
Coaches Program design
Using LTAD to Program for a Middle School Athlete and a High School Athlete: Part 2 – Creating a Developmentally-Appropriate Strength and Conditioning Program
January 28, 2019by Rick Howard, MEd, CSCS, *D
This second article of a two-part series continues the discussion of long-term athletic development (LTAD). This article provides practical application of the LTAD principles by examining two sample programs.
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Max Effort Training for Tactical Populations
May 4, 2018by Matthew Wenning, MS
Examine the benefits of heavy effort training and where it fits in a tactical training program. In this session from the NSCA’s 2016 TSAC Annual Training, Matt Wenning explains a safe and effective approach to training tactical athletes using maximum effort training.
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Overcoming Challenges Associated with Training Youth Athletes
April 21, 2018by Ryan T. McClure, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
Strength and conditioning professionals must be proactive in fighting the challenges associated with time constraints and overtraining with their youth athletes. By applying the strategies explained in this article, a strength and conditioning professional can help a youth athlete perform at a high level when it matters the most.
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TUES1000_Keynote
May 17, 2018 - May 13, 2025by Nick Koumalatsos
Keynote Presentation
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The Role of Resistance Training in Enhancing Mental Health and Self-Esteem in Youth – A Guide for Educators and Coaches
February 23, 2026by Josh McMillian, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC*D
This NSCA Coach article summarizes key findings on coach-focused strategies to help educators use resistance training to support healthy youth development. Visit NSCA online to read more on mental health and youth sports.
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Core Strength and Functionality with Loaded Carries
April 20, 2018by Scott J. Butcher, PHD,PT and John State Rusin, DPT, PT, CSCS
What training approaches are efficient and effective at developing functionality and resiliency at the core? The answer lies within an intelligent, systemic, multi-method approach to training the core, including an eclectic set of training tools to individualize specific needs of athletes.
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TSAC Report Research Column – December 2020
September 12, 2021by Dustin Dunnick, CSCS
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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A Strength and Conditioning Framework for the Marathon Des Sables (Ultra-Endurance Event)
April 19, 2018by Gary S. Stebbing, CSCS
Ultra-endurance performance is likely determined by quality of physical preparation, effective nutritional management, ability to cope with the environmental stressors, psychological resilience, and recovery capacity.
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Core Exercises Unique to Swimming
May 18, 2018by Developing the Core
Exercises performed in the water that improve swimming skills and simultaneously work the core can be beneficial for swimmers. One particularly useful core exercise that is specifically designed for swimmers is a kickboard progression, such as the one described in this article.
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