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German Volume Training
June 19, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD
A study that investigated the effect of modified German volume training on muscular hypertrophy and strength concluded that the modified German volume training program is no more effective than performing five sets per exercise for increasing muscle hypertrophy and strength. To maximize hypertrophic training effects, it is recommended that 4 – 6 sets per exercise be performed.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design
Enhancing Power and Performance in Volleyball Hitters
November 10, 2025by Emma McGee, and Jeffrey Hartman, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
This NSCA Coach article explores how combining strength and plyometric training can improve volleyball hitters’ vertical jump and power. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and sports science.
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Utilizing Battling Rope Exercises for HIIT and SMIT
April 6, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT
Battling rope exercises can be used as a metabolic training modality following a comprehensive resistance training workout to increase the client’s heart rate and help maximize the metabolic cost of the training session.
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Thurs1300DeWeese
May 17, 2018by Brad DeWeese, EdD, MHS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D
Bridge the Gap Practical: Programming Tactics for Speed/Power Athletes Training Toward the 2018 Games
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Thurs0800DeWeese
May 17, 2018by Brad DeWeese, EdD, MHS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D
Bridge the Gap Lecture: Programming Tactics for Speed/Power Athletes Training Toward the 2018 Games
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Thurs1300DeWeese
May 17, 2018by Brad DeWeese, EdD, MHS, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D
Bridge the Gap Practical: Programming Tactics for Speed/Power Athletes Training Toward the 2018 Games
Coaches
Functional and Nonfunctional Overreaching and Overtraining
June 15, 2018by NSCA Guide to Program Design
If manipulation of the training variables is not tailored correctly to the desired adaptations and specific training goals, an athlete can experience symptoms of nonfunctional overreach. If this process continues, the athlete can develop overtraining syndrome.
Coaches Exercise Science
How to Promote and Sell Multiple Personal Training Options with Layered Pricing
April 10, 2018by Douglas O. Sheppard, NSCA-CPT,*D
One the fastest growing trends in the fitness industry over recent years has been the increase of personal training studios. Learn how to identify the varied services that can be offered at the personal training studio, and how to promote and sell in a layered pricing format.
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