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Strength Training for Mental Resilience – How Resistance Training Benefits Mental Health
September 25, 2025
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.
Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Emotional Well-being Stress Regulation Cognitive Function Anxiety and Depression Neuroplasticity Mental Health Strength Training
Cupping Therapy – An Effective Recovery Method
November 24, 2025
This NSCA Coach article examines the effectiveness of cupping therapy and assesses whether its benefits are evidence-based. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and sports recovery.
Coaches Exercise Science Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Inflammation Muscle Therapy Mobility Pain Management Sports Recovery
Simplifying the Rules to Programming for Special Populations
April 30, 2018
By reviewing this simplified process of obtaining a client’s health history and physician release, designing an exercise routine with modified exercises, and providing exercises for paid clients versus general members, NSCA-CPTs can be confident prescribing a routine for those who suffer from chronic or temporary health issues.
Personal trainers Client Consultation|Assessment special populations health issues personal training nsca-cpt
Sedentariness, Deconditioning, and Practical Considerations for Personal Trainers
January 28, 2019
This article summarizes current populations and descriptions of sedentariness and deconditioning, and offers practical considerations for personal trainers working with these behaviors.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Deconditioning Sedentary Clients Sedentariness Client Behaviors
Understanding Stress and Training
November 10, 2023
This article seeks to help personal trainers understand the physiological effects of stress and helpful ways they can drive positive changes for their clients through exercise.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Stress Allostatic Load Cortisol Psychosocial Index Homeostasis
Occupational Physical Fitness Tests for Police Officers—A Narrative Review
January 8, 2019
Occupational police tests described in the literature can serve as indicators of the occupational performance of their employees. In addition, practitioners in charge of police training should develop and employ obstacle courses composed of critical work tasks, as they may be strongly related to tests of aerobic endurance, strength, muscular endurance, and agility.
TSAC Facilitators Testing and Evaluation TSAC Tactical Training Police Testing Occupational Fitness Test
Hydration and Electrolyte Considerations for Tactical Athletes
February 1, 2016
It is important for tactical athletes to be aware of their fluid intake and hydration status when training for or performing job duties. This article explains several ways this can be accomplished.
TSAC Facilitators Nutrition rehydrating fitness drinks replenishing electrolytes Hydration
The Role of Exercise in Anxiety and Depression: Background and Practical Considerations
June 1, 2017
Evidence suggests a positive relationship between physical activity, exercise, and mental health. Exercise as a treatment modality is now being considered alongside psychotherapeutic and pharmacological approaches, and the role of specifically trained exercise specialists and personal trainers is an important component of the multi-disciplinary team.
Personal trainers Exercise Science PTQ psychology depression
The Effects of Neck Training on the Reduction of Injury in Contact Sports
December 1, 2025
This NSCA Coach article explores how neck training programs can reduce the severity of sport-related concussions. Visit NSCA online to read more on sports science and athletic performance.
Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Concentric Exercises Strength Training Recovery Traumatic brain injury (TBI) Brain Health Concussion Injury Prevention Athlete Safety
Nutrition Research Column – Unlocking the “Pink” Competitive Edge with Astaxanthin
November 3, 2025
This TSAC Report article highlights resilience and recovery with the performance-enhancing benefits of astaxanthin. Visit NSCA online to learn more about nutrition, resistance training, and tactical athletes
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Nutrition Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Tactical Athlete Cardiovascular Health Muscle Recovery Occupational Performance Antioxidants Resistance Training Nutrition Supplements Carotenoid
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