TSAC—Reducing the Risk of Injury—Dual-Tasking Effects on Balance and Gait
by Rod Pope, PhD
TSAC Report
July 2020
Vol 56, Issue 5
This article is part of a continuing series on practical, evidence-based approaches to reducing the risk of injury while developing tactical strength and conditioning.
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This article originally appeared in TSAC Report, the NSCA’s quarterly, online-only publication geared toward the training of tactical athletes, operators, and facilitators. It provides research-based articles, performance drills, and conditioning techniques for operational, tactical athletes. The TSAC Report is only available for NSCA Members. Read more articles from TSAC Report
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