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NSCA Position Statement on Long-Term Athletic Development

June 11, 2018by NSCA

Article

The official position statement of the NSCA on long-term athletic development.

Coaches Exercise Science Program design

Tire Flipping—A Method of Assessing Functional Power Output for Firefighters

April 24, 2018by Jason L. Mims, Kyle T. Ebersole, PhD, ATC/L, and David J. Cornell, PhD, CSCS, TSAC-F

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The movement pattern utilized when flipping a tire is similar to the movements required during firefighting. Learn not only how to flip a tire, but how to assess functional power output among firefighters through the use of tire flipping.

TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Exercise Technique Client Consultation|Assessment

Strength Training and Endurance Athletes

April 10, 2018by Marc Theron Lewis, MS, CSCS, TSAC-F

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High-intensity strength training paired with explosive, high-velocity movements is suggested to enhance endurance performance. It is recommended that a practical approach be taken when implementing this model of strength training, which would involve a thorough preparatory period.

Personal trainers Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design

The Current State of the Sport Science Field and Careers – Integration, Data, and Professional Pathways

March 12, 2024by Luke Pelton, PhD, CSCS, CISSN, and Eric McMahon, MEd, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F, RSCC*D

Article

This article aims to describe the development of the sport scientist role and clarify the common qualifications and responsibilities therein.

Coaches Professional Development

Performance through Durability: Integrating Strength and Conditioning in a Sports Performance Department

May 9, 2018by Ted Perlak, CSCS, RSCC*D

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The ability of strength and conditioning professionals to bridge the gap between sports medicine and coaching is the focus of this session from the NSCA’s 2016 Coaches Conference. Coach Ted Perlak explains why coaches should take into account the “why” and the “how” more so than the “what.”

Coaches Exercise Science Program design Professional Development

The Red Light – Green Light System – A Simple Tool to Assess and Individualize Group Training

February 9, 2020by Detric Smith, CSCS, NSCA-CPT

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This article introduces a potential solution for programming in the large group fitness setting with a wide variety of fitness levels.

Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment

Program Design Considerations for Optimal Strength and Hypertrophy of the Glute Muscles

May 3, 2024by Ashley Hodge, MBA, CSCS

Article

This article provides eight important considerations when designing a program to optimally build the glutes.

Personal trainers Program design

What is Metabolic Resistance Training?

May 14, 2018by Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, CSCS,*D, CSPS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSC

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Brad Schoenfeld, MS, CSCS, CSPS, NSCA-CPT provides a brief overview of Metabolic Resistance Training (MRT).

Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science

Hybrid Bodyweight Training

September 4, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT

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Nick Tumminello spoke at the NSCA's 2013 Personal Trainer Conference on how to develop a bodyweight training program.

Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design

Coaches’ Guide to Sports Burnout

March 1, 2024by Samantha Dardaman, MS, CSCS, RSCC

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The purpose of this article is to provide clarity and give an overview of sports burnout as it pertains to both athletes and coaches.

Coaches Exercise Science
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