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Muscle Activation in Hip-Extensor Exercises

May 24, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD

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This study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research compared the muscle activation level of the gluteus maximus, biceps femoris, and erector spinae in the hip thrust, barbell deadlift, and hex bar deadlift; each of which are compound resisted hip-extension exercises.

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October 4, 2018by Dawn Weatherwax, ATC, RD, CSSD, CSCS

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Advances in Sports Nutrition: The Latest in Nutrition, Supplementation, Relative Blood Work and Gene Testing on All Aspects of Athletic Performance

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Strength Training for Mental Resilience – How Resistance Training Benefits Mental Health

September 18, 2025by Josh McMillian, PhD, CSCS, RSCC*D

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This Personal Training Quarterly article explores the science behind strength training’s effects on mental health and strategies for integrating wellness programming. Visit NSCA online to read more on fitness news and exercise research.

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The Importance of Creatine Timing for Muscle Size and Strength

September 22, 2023by Adam Gonzalez, PHD, CISSN, CSCS,*D and Guillermo Escalante, DSC, MBA, ATC, CSCS,*D, FISSN

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This article provides a discussion around the evidence on creatine timing and supplementation.

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Squat Development – A Universal Progression for Novice to Professional Athletes

December 18, 2025by Mateusz Nowak, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT

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This Personal Training Quarterly article presents alternative ways of teaching the squat technique. Visit NSCA online to read more on exercise science, health, and fitness.

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Cadavers in Motion: Torso, Back & Neck

March 26, 2020by Dr. Grove Higgins, CSCS

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Get a close-up look at back and neck anatomy from a perspective rarely seen by those outside the medical field. Delve into the world of joint structure, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Watch hands-on demonstrations that apply anatomical insight to mobility and functional training, and use this knowledge and takeaways to enhance your next client session.
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Bridge: Apply Functional Movement Screens to your Practice, with Darcie Burde

August 27, 2018by Darcie Burde

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Darcie Burde, Assistant Director for Fitness at University of Florida, demonstrates how to translate movement assessments into training clients from all walks of life.

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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

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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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Practical Programming Strategies for Minimizing Training-Related Injury

April 11, 2018by Nick Tumminello, NSCA-CPT and Jason L. Silvernail, DPT, CSCS

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This article examines ways that personal trainers can take steps in order to effectively reduce the risk of clients suffering a training-related injury.

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Online Training – Recommendations for Improving Fitness in Athletes and General Population

February 22, 2021by Rupesh Choudhury, CSCS

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In this article, personal trainers and strength and conditioning coaches will learn how Football Club of Mumbaikars has worked to maintain and even improved the fitness profile of its athletes using this online training protocol, and provide a template for how to apply this protocol to the general population.

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