Using the sled closely mimics real-time sports performance movements and activities because of the horizontal resistance opposing the vertical movements typically seen in a weight room setting. This article highlights a variety of sled training exercises designed to target the core musculature.

The lack of specific training for tactical athletes during long deployments poses a significant issue. This article addresses mitigation strategies that can help them perform at their best and reduce the risk of injury.

This article will analyze and compare squats with different loading positions to draw out practical applications for the personal trainer.

The purpose of this article is to provide personal trainers with a review of common muscle extensibility tests of the lower extremity.

This excerpt briefly explains nutrition periodization for different training cycles to help maximize performance for endurance athletes.

This excerpt from Developing Endurance goes over tapering and peaking in aerobic training for competition.

Mike Caro, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Emory and Henry College and chairperson of the College Coaches Special Interest Group, talks to the NSCA Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Scott Caulfield, about his journey from National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) athlete to head strength and conditioning coach, with limited resources, but an eagerness to succeed. Topics under discussion include internship experiences, interviewing for jobs, and special interest groups.

This article from Developing Agility briefly discusses the importance of age-appropriate speed and agility drills.

This excerpt from NSCA’s Essentials of Personal Training, Second Edition briefly reviews the role of oxygen uptake in exercise.

This book excerpt provides a step-by-step breakdown of the movements of the power snatch, from the starting position to the downward movement.