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Preparatory Period
September 7, 2020by Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition
This excerpt from the Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning outlines what training typically looks like in the preparatory period, or off-season.
Coaches Program design
Classifying Movements
January 10, 2022by Developing Agility and Quickness
This brief excerpt breaks down agility into different target movement patterns to help develop an effective agility and quickness program.
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Maximizing Body Composition and Metabolism with Exercise and Nutrition
March 12, 2019by Abbie E. Smith-Ryan, PhD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA
This 2018 National Conference video features Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan discussing her research with body composition, and evidence based practices to improve body composition, and to maximize the potential through nutritional based strategies
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Resistance Training for the Aging Adult: An Evidence-Based Approach
August 29, 2018by Brent A. Alvar, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC, FNSCA
Brent Alvar, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC*D, spoke at the NSCA's 2013 Personal Trainer conference on the evidence supporting resistance training for older adults.
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Effect of Velocity-Based Loading on Acceleration Kinetics and Kinematics during Sled Towing
February 18, 2019by Yann Le Meur
This info-graphic describes research on velocity decrements to increase propulsive and horizontal force applications to increase acceleration kinetics.
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Power Development in Strength-Power Athletes
May 10, 2018by Mike Stone, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA
In this session from the 2015 NSCA Coaches Conference, Mike Stone explains the reasons for developing periodized programs for strength-power athletes. Gain an understanding of how to develop evidence-based programs geared towards developing power.
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A Velocity-Based Training Program with Variable Resistance
April 8, 2026by Francis Kozub, PhD, CSCS, and Mary Kozub, PhD, RN
This PTQ article focuses on the use of the back squat along with innovative technology to measure velocity during lower body lifts. Visit NSCA online to read more on personal training news and athletic performance.
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Strength Training for Endurance Athletes: Utilities and Evidence-Based Periodization Strategies
June 19, 2018by Yann Le Meur, PhD
This infographic outlines a two-step approach to resistance training for endurance athletes.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design
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