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Integrating Safer Tackling Cues in the Weight Room
April 20, 2018by Jace A. Derwin, CSCS, RSCC
Integrating weight room cues that are more consistent with those used to reinforce safer tackling techniques on the field may help with athlete retention and buy-in, and prevent potential confusion.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Safety
Tendinopathy and a Preventative Management Strategy for the Strength and Conditioning Professional
April 10, 2018by Keith Chittenden, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D
Tendinopathy is a pathological condition that occurs when a tendon is repeatedly injured and degenerately breaks down. Specific exercise programming may help prevent tendinitis from occurring.
Personal trainers Program design Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease
Proximal Position Dictates Hip Performance and Health
June 20, 2018by Greg Spatz, PT, DPT, PRC, CSCS, Trevor Rappa, DPT, PT, PRC, CSCS, and Doug Kechijian, DPT, MA, PT, PRC
This article provides strength and conditioning coaches with strategies to address hip mobility limitations that may lead to lumbar spine and femoral acetabular issues.
Coaches Exercise Science
Injury Prevention and Proper Movement—Anecdotal Evidence to Help Tactical Athletes Perform at their Best
April 23, 2018by Bryan Fass, ATC, CSCS
Chronic fatigue, stress, sleep deprivation, unhealthy diets, and pain can be commonplace in most departments. The tactical facilitator should try to keep their action plans simple and achievable to help prevent injuries and optimize performance.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Safety
Boots on the Ground: Purpose and Efficacy of United States Army Occupational Physical Assessment Test
April 25, 2018by Russell Nowels, MS and Anthony M. Soika, MS, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D
A comprehensive but realistic battery of tests can reveal those who are sufficiently fit and athletic to immediately assimilate into training with the least possible likelihood of failure or injury. The Occupational Physical Assessment Test (OPAT) was designed to identify those individuals and screen out those who require further physical development.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Testing and Evaluation
Prevention of Hamstring Injuries in Sprinters
December 16, 2019by Amber Murphy, Ralph Mann, and Bridget Ann Frugoli Melton, EdD, CSCS, TSAC-F
The purpose of this article is to describe the cause of hamstring injuries in sprinters and present a biomechanical intervention, or drill, that can be used to prevent hamstring injuries while transitioning sprint athletes toward the utilization of frontside mechanics.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Methods for Screening and Preventing Common Injuries in Division I Basketball Players
June 11, 2018by Casey James Cathrall, MSEd, CSCS
By gathering information about potential risk factors associated with basketball injuries, strength and conditioning coaches can create individualized programs to help keep their basketball athletes healthy and performing at the best of their abilities.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Concussion Rehabilitation Considerations in Law Enforcement
August 1, 2025by Michael Fanning, DC, DACBSP, CSCS, Chris Lee, DC, DACBSP, CSCS, and Keoni Kanahele, DC, DACBSP, CSCS
This article from the TSAC Report outlines key considerations for developing rehabilitation programs for individuals with minor traumatic brain injuries. Visit NSCA online to learn more about muscle recovery, rehabilitation strategies, and tactical fitness.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease Professional Development
What is an Arm Care Program, and How Should it be Implemented for Pitchers?
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease Professional Development
Potential for Using the Reactive Strength Index (Rsi) to Decrease Injury Risk and Improve Operational Performance in UK Firefighters
November 22, 2024by Lee Brown, MSC, CSCS, CSPS, TSAC-F, RSCC, and Scott Caulfield, MA, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, RSCC*E
This article provides considerations for preparing firefighters
for the physical and psychological demands of their job, including pre-operational work specific training during their rest times.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Safety Professional Development
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