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Breathing and Postural Control: The Missing Link in Your Training Program?
August 27, 2018by Dr. Arianne Missimer, DPT, RD, CSCS
In this lecture from the NSCA's 2014 National Conference, Dr. Arianne Missimer talks about the importance of breath and posture, and their effect on the body's systems. Dr. Missimer discusses a number of factors, including the role of the inner core, postural stability, and functional vs. dysfunctional breathing.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Fri0800Nestler
October 2, 2018 - May 13, 2025by PJ Nestler, CSCS
Breathing for Performance & Recovery
Coaches
WED1300_Splichal
May 17, 2018 - May 13, 2025by Emily Splichal, DPM, MS
Homeostasis Theory in Human Movement: Seeking Safety in Movement Dysfunction
TSAC Facilitators
Client Assessments – Movement Assessment
December 20, 2019by Daniel Flahie, MSEd, CSCS
This article builds upon two other client assessment tools (breathing and posture, as seen in Personal Training Quarterly Issues 5.3 and 6.1, respectively) and discusses ways to assess client movement.
Personal trainers Client Consultation|Assessment
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.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition Client Consultation|Assessment Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease
Bridge: Breathing is a Fundamental Mobility Pattern, with Dana Santas
September 17, 2018by Dana Santas, CSCS
Dana Santas demonstrates how to improve mobility and performance by reestablishing positive breathing patterns.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design
Client Assessments—Breathing
January 8, 2019by Daniel Flahie, MSEd, CSCS
Assessing clients is a vital component of the personal training experience. This article gives an overview of breathing mechanics and how to apply proper breathing exercises into a client’s assessment and program.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Client Consultation|Assessment
Positional Influences, Breathing and Performance: The Utilization of Postural Restoration for the Strength and Conditioning Specialist
May 10, 2018by Jason Masek, MA, ATC, PT, CSCS
Posture begins with proper rib cage position, which leads to better breathing and ultimately, better athletic performance. Jason Masek discusses the important role that postural restoration plays in strength and conditioning during the 2015 Coaches Conference.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design
Balancing the Autonomic Nervous System by Breathing
June 11, 2018by Brian T. Gearity, PhD, ATC, CSCS,*D, FNSCA and Gabrielle Smith, MA
Decompressing after a workout, practice, or competition is a beneficial habit that can be achieved through breathing. This article provides an overview of the autonomic nervous system and guidelines for how to use breathing to calm, or balance, the brain and body.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design
Motor Control Training: It’s Not a Rep Counting Thing
July 22, 2019by Brian Nguyen, CSCS
In this hands-on session from the 2018 NSCA’s Personal Training Conference, Brian Nguyen explains motor control with an emphasis on conscious breathing. Nguyen also demonstrates exercises and cues to improve overall stability, mobility, strength, and kinesthetic awareness for clients.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Technique
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