The initial interview is the starting point for the client-trainer relationship and sets the tone for the emotional connection and the development of trust and value for a long-lasting professional relationship.

Finding a well-educated and open-minded employee is, in most cases, simply luck of the draw. Instead of hoping for the perfect new hire to come walking through the door, a business owner could try a different technique in which they shed their business owner mindset and transition into a mentorship role. Using an internship program, the mentor can ideally build themselves the near-perfect employee.

This article focuses on providing first-hand insight into the alternative licensure program (ALP) route from a current coach in the field.

This article encompasses some of the necessary experience, education, certifications, and personal development needed to become a strength and conditioning coach.

Maximize Tactical Readiness & Resilience: Propel Your Strength & Conditioning Career and Support Those Who Serve

This article will detail example resistance training and aerobic conditioning sessions that could be used by a female recruit in the lead-up to their academy program.

The NSCA announces 2025 Salary Survey results conducted by Employers Council, showing a 6.7% annual growth rate since 2018 and $68,089–$98,564 average salaries.

The following article is an example training program that was built based on personal experience and research for an in-season soccer athlete.