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Specificity and the Tactical Athlete
October 17, 2022by Joshua Pratt, CSCS, TSAC-F
This article discusses using the principle of specificity as an important component in tactical training programs to enhance performance, decrease injuries, and improve functional longevity of a tactical athlete.
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Fascial Approach for Enhanced Recovery and Long-Term Survivorship in Breast Cancer Survivors
November 13, 2025by Laura Bergmann, PhD, LMT, Bridget Melton, EDD, CSCS, TSAC-F, David Titcomb, PhD, DPT, and Kristen Cochrane-Snyman, PhD, CSCS
This Personal Training Quarterly article discusses how myofascial techniques can reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life for women in breast cancer recovery. Visit NSCA online to read more on recovery, health and fitness.
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Microdosing and the Tactical Athlete – Considerations and Opportunities for Time-Critical Performance
January 20, 2023by Daniel James Bunyan, CSCS, TSAC-F
This article explains the potential benefits of microdosing training with tactical athletes.
TSAC Facilitators Program design
Female Athlete Triad for the General Population
October 27, 2025by Kyle Ryan, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F, RSCC*D, USAW II, and Lou Maquaire
This PTQ article shares strategies for personal trainers about the treatment and prevention of the female athlete triad. Visit NSCA online to read more on youth fitness and health news.
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Risk-Benefit Considerations for Deadlifting in Rehabilitating Low-Back Injuries
April 30, 2025by Alexander Weber, CSCS, and Michael Fanning, DC, DACBSP, CSCS
This article highlights the key benefits of deadlifts in exercise therapy, addressing the often-overlooked issue of low-back pain in strength and conditioning.
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Blood Biomarkers of Overtraining Syndrome
September 4, 2025by Brandon Lee, MS, RD, CSSD
This Personal Training Quarterly article discusses blood biomarker monitoring as a vital tool in overtraining syndrome diagnostics and recovery. Visit NSCA online to read more on fitness news and exercise research.
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Opportunities and Challenges in the Current Nutrition Landscape of Collegiate and Professional Football
April 15, 2019by Pratik Patel, MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS
Nutrition plays a crucial role in athletic performance. The purpose of this article is to discuss the landscape of nutrition in collegiate and professional football. It will address the following areas: 1) the current landscape, 2) current practices, 3) opportunities, and 4) challenges faced in collegiate and professional football.
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NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Episode 113: Mike Snowden
Mike Snowden, University of Alabama Men’s Basketball Strength Coach, talks to the NSCA Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, about having a genuine relationship with head sport coaches. Topics under discussion include building players into the program, creating buy-in, and embracing new and unique career opportunities.
Find Mike on Instagram: @mike__snowden or Twitter: @Mike__Snowden | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs or Twitter: @ericmcmahoncscs
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Integrated Perspectives on Tactical Preparation—Adding Mental Skill Training to Physical Fitness during Police Training Scenarios
January 15, 2019by Stacy L Gnacinski, MS, CSCS, and Ken Brock
This article shares various options for integrating mental skills training into existing strength and conditioning programs. Such simultaneous, dual-training approaches may better prepare officers for the realities of occupational performance.
TSAC Facilitators Program design
Emergency Preparedness in Personal Training: Are You Ready?
August 27, 2018by Sally A. Paulson, PhD, ATC, CSCS,*D
Emergency Preparation Plans As a Personal Trainer
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