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The Power Position—Characteristics and Coaching Points
August 24, 2018
The power position is an integral position for a variety of power lifting movements. Athletes can develop their power position via an integrated approach involving sound exercise selection and purposeful instruction leading to enhanced strength and technique.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Power Position Olympic Weightlifting Power Position Technique Coaching Ques Weightlifting
Common Injuries in Ice Hockey – Strength and Conditioning Considerations
October 6, 2023
This article will focus on three common areas of injuries that occur with ice hockey players and some recommended strategies for the strength and conditioning professional.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Testing and Evaluation Ice Hockey Acromioclavicular Joint Adductor Strain Mobility Medial Collateral Ligament
Dumbbell Training and the Competitive Athlete
June 2, 2023
This article provides a first-hand account of the usage and benefits of dumbbell training programs with athletes.
Coaches Program design Dumbbells Weightlifting Stability Coordination
Extreme Conditioning Programs: Evaluating and Managing the Risk
April 29, 2013
During the NSCA's 2012 TSAC Conference, Danny McMillian, CSCS, took the stage to speak about extreme conditioning programs and how to evaluate and manage their inherent risk.
TSAC Facilitators Program design TSAC Tactical Athlete Extreme Conditioning Conditioning Programming
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
Ice Hockey Strength and Conditioning Considerations – Sled Resisted Sprint Training
January 20, 2023
This article examines using the sled as a dynamic correspondence exercise for increasing on-ice acceleration.
Coaches Program design Ice Hockey Sled Sprints Dryland Training Acceleration
Reframing Inflammation in the Tendon Repair Process
November 1, 2015
Contrary to popular belief, inflammation is the first stage in tissue repair, and it should be viewed and treated as such. This article will explain the physiological process of tendon tissue repair and compare the effects of various responses to tendonitis.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Safety tendons and muscles sports injuries tendon repair inflammation tendon injuries
Start Early—The Key to Preparing Athletes for the Rigors of High School Strength and Conditioning
October 1, 2013
This article suggests how high school strength and conditioning coaches can not only prepare high school athletes for sports and fitness, but also help with the process of improving fitness and athleticism of all youth.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design sport specialization youth sports training LTAD long-term athletic development hs-coaching
CPSS Eligibility Requirements
Learn about the education and experience requirements for the Certified Performance and Sport Scientist certification. The NSCA's CPSS requirements allow for three different eligibility routes based on your level of post-secondary education.
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