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Hamstring Electromyography during Kettlebell Swings
June 19, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD
According to a recent study, the hip hinge kettlebell swing produced the greatest amount of hamstring surface electromyography of the three styles of kettlebell swings that were assessed. These findings have implications for the application of kettlebell swing exercises in strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and rehabilitation programs.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique
Training for Maximum Strength and Powerlifting
July 12, 2021by Christina Myers, CSCS
From the 2020 NSCA Alabama Virtual State Clinic, Christina Myers discusses the benefits, training considerations, and exercise selection factors for maximal strength training, as well as how these techniques improve sport performance.
Personal trainers Coaches Program design
German Volume Training
June 19, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD
A study that investigated the effect of modified German volume training on muscular hypertrophy and strength concluded that the modified German volume training program is no more effective than performing five sets per exercise for increasing muscle hypertrophy and strength. To maximize hypertrophic training effects, it is recommended that 4 – 6 sets per exercise be performed.
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
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May 15, 2018 - May 13, 2025by Jeremy Snyder, DPT, CSCS
Interventions for a Stable Shoulder Complex – Building a Solid Foundation
Personal trainers
Optimizing Athletic Performance—Are Carbohydrates Necessary?
April 6, 2018by Debra A. Wein, MS, RD, NSCA-CPT and Nicole Schultz
Before sports nutritionists and coaches begin prescribing unconventional eating recommendations to athletes, it is important to consider the scientific evidence supporting a low-carbohydrate diet for boosting athletic performance.
Personal trainers Nutrition
Safe Progression for Balance Exercises
May 18, 2018by NSCA's Guide to Program Design
A major concern with balance and joint-stabilization exercises is to avoid potentially dangerous movements that depend on the preparedness of the athlete or patient and on the state of the healing tissue. Learn about progressions that minimize risk to the athlete or patient.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design
Common Pitfalls in the Execution and Integration of Performance and Corrective Strategies in Developing Tactical Athletes
May 8, 2018by Jose A. Cruz, CSCS
"Pay attention to the details and the corrective exercises because they set the conditions for the success you're going to have executing the big lifts," Jose Cruz says in this hands-on lecture from the NSCA's 2014 TSAC Conference. Jose identifies and discusses missteps when executing and integrating performance and corrective strategies in the tactical athlete.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design
Multi-Joint Training versus Isolated Training for Core Development
June 8, 2018by Developing the Core
Ground-based free weight lifts, especially the explosive Olympic-style lifts, are highly recommended for athletic conditioning for the core muscles. They can provide a moderately unstable stimulus to augment activation of the core and limb muscles, while still providing maximal or near maximal strength, velocity, and power output.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique
A Sample Six-Week Exercise Program to Improve General Physical Preparedness for an Occupational Physical Assessment
April 24, 2018by Dennis Scofield, CSCS, TSAC-F, Joseph Kardouni
This article provides a sample six-week, non-linear program for improving muscular strength, power, endurance, anaerobic capacity, and aerobic capacity. However, this is not a “one-size fits all” program, and manipulation of the program variables may be warranted for some individuals.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Client Consultation|Assessment
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