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Sled Pushing and Pulling to Enhance Speed Capability
June 3, 2019by Yann Le Meur
This infographic takes a look at resisted sled training and the benefits it may have on sprint performance. It also offers insight into when and how to utilize resisted sled training.
Coaches Program design
A Quarterback-Specific Movement Program
March 12, 2019by Mark Kovacs, PhD, CSCS,*D
The football quarterback (QB) is a unique position in sport. To throw or pass the ball, the QB needs to incorporate nearly every muscle in the body in a very precise sequence to optimally release the ball with the right amount of power, spin, and precision. Specific movement patterns are suggested to optimize the performance of a QB.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
5 Reaction Drills to Build Quickness
May 22, 2018by Developing Agility and Quickness
This book excerpt provides examples of quickness drills that may improve the ability to identify a specific stimulus and to respond quickly and appropriately.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Redefine the Run: 2020 and Beyond
November 25, 2019by Robert Stanley, MS, CSCS
In this session from the NSCA’s 2019 Tactical Annual Training, Rob Stanley, a physiologist for the United States Army, reviews historical perspectives of researching the run, current research, and contemporary approaches to training. He also demonstrates current application of 2D kinematic/kinetic feedback, accelerometer, and survey feedback.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design
Functional Isometrics
March 16, 2020by Strength Training, Second Edition
This book excerpt reviews functional isometrics as a way to build strength at the weakest point in the range of motion.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Program design
Catecholamines
June 14, 2018by Essentials of Strength and Conditioning 4th Edition With Web Resource
The catecholamines—primarily epinephrine, but also norepinephrine and dopamine—are secreted by the adrenal medulla and are important for the acute expression of strength and power because the hormones act as central motor stimulators and peripheral vascular dilators to enhance enzyme systems and calcium release in muscle.
Coaches Exercise Science
Movement Analysis and Biomechanics for Endurance Sports
May 23, 2018by Developing Endurance
Endurance sports are typically not thought of as highly technical endeavors, but proper movement during training and competition for endurance sports can affect both performance and health.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique
Strength Zone Training – True Full Range of Motion Strength Training
July 17, 2020by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT
This article discusses how personal trainers can utilize the strength zone training system in order to develop true full range of motion strength, and thus help clients perform better and further reduce injury risk.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design
Effects of Core Instability on Muscle Activity
January 15, 2019by Developing the Core
Potentially, an instability training program that first involves static balance and then progresses to dynamic balance activities would improve intrinsic balance. This improvement in balance would increase movement confidence, releasing the neuromuscular system from a stiffening strategy to more unimpeded motion, force, and power development.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Betaine as an Ergogenic Aid
June 11, 2018by Debra A. Wein, MS, RD, LDN, NSCA-CPT, CSSD
This article addresses emerging research that both supports and refutes betaine’s capacity to promote muscular adaptations.
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