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The French Contrast Method – Theory and Application
July 27, 2023by Michael Long, MS, Christopher Fee, CSCS, and Christopher Taber, PhD, CSCS
The purpose of this article is to discuss the theory behind the French Contrast Method (FCM), current evidence demonstrating its effectiveness, as well as proper implementation and execution for athletic populations.
Coaches Program design
Triphasic Training
August 18, 2018by Cal Dietz
In this lecture from the NSCA's 2014 Coaches Conference, Coach Cal Dietz reviews the concept of triphasic training, and introduces a number of new, advanced methods.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Anaerobic Training and Electromyography Studies
November 26, 2018by Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition
This Kinetic Select excerpt from the Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition describes the results from electromyography (EMG) studies on the neural adaptations to anaerobic training.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Using Kettlebells in a Training Program
September 4, 2018by William I. Campbell, MS, PhD, CSCS
Bill Campbell spoke at the 2013 Personal Trainers' Conference on integrating kettlebells into one's training programming.
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Resistance Training for Older Adults: Position Statement from the National Strength and Conditioning Association
October 1, 2019by Adam Virgile, CSCS
This infographic summarizes the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s (NSCA) position statement for resistance training for older adults and the benefits, program suggestions, and considerations specific to them.
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Resistance Training Frequency: How Often Should you Train to Maximize Strength and Hypertrophy?
May 28, 2019by DR Brad J. Schoenfeld, PHD, CSCS,*D, NSCA CPT,*D, CSPS,*D, FNSCA
In this session from the NSCA’s 2018 Personal Trainers Conference, Brad Schoenfeld talks about integrating science into training programs to optimize an individual’s genetic potential to see the best results from training.
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Training Athletic Development and Conditioning in Elite Soccer Players
August 21, 2020by Allison Skufca, CSCS
In this hands-on session from the 2020 NSCA Coaches Conference, Allison Skufca, from Landow Performance, demonstrates progressions from their four pillars of speed and agility training with soccer athletes.
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Taking the Training Outdoors
April 9, 2018by Chat E. Williams, MS, CSCS,*D, CSPS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA
This article includes examples of exercises that can be incorporated into a training program that is performed outdoors. Take advantage of warm weather with these suggestions.
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