This article discusses the variability in physical testing outcomes for law enforcement recruits based on the ambient temperatures and relative humidity present on test day.
TSAC FacilitatorsTesting and EvaluationLaw EnforcementFitness TestingRecruitsTemperatureRelative Humidity
The following article provides a list of tests that could comprise a fitness assessment to measure overall fitness and health prior to, during, and after an academy training program.
TSAC FacilitatorsTesting and EvaluationLaw EnforcementFitness Testing BatteryCustody AssistantsTSAC-F
The purpose of this article is to justify the importance and advantage to properly incorporate upper body power (UBP) training in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes.
CoachesProgram designTesting and EvaluationMixed Martial ArtsUpper Body PowerVelocityPotentiation
This article seeks to provide a sample periodized program plan that will progress wrestlers for multiple years while considering the diverse individual needs and weight class-specific goals.
CoachesProgram designProfessional DevelopmentWrestlingProgrammingPeriodizingHigh School
This article provides some practical applications to minimize the negative effects associated with a long intensive ice hockey season on ice hockey athletes.
William Kraemer, PhD, CSCS,*D, spoke at the 2012 National Conference on the compatibility of training programs, addressing common problems and solutions.
Program designTraining ProgramsCreating Trainging ProgramsAthlete ConsiderationsTraining LoadTraining Volume
The NSCA has built a collection of resources to help our community of strength and conditioning professionals and athletes safely return to training and adapt to the new challenges created by the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.