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This Personal Trainers Quarterly article presents protein dosing strategies to maximize wellness for the aging population. Visit NSCA online to read more on nutrition, health, and wellness.
Personal trainersExercise ScienceExercise TechniqueProgram designClient Consultation|AssessmentBasic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or DiseaseProfessional DevelopmentMuscle Protein SynthesisDaily NutritionAnabolic ResponseSarcopeniaAnimal ProteinsLeucineEAABCAA
Discover how the NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP) provides the path from classroom excellence to career success in the strength and conditioning field.
This article considers some of the main differences between the training of Olympic weightlifters and the use of Olympic weightlifting exercises in strength training for sport.
CoachesExercise TechniqueProgram designOlympic WeightliftingPower SnatchPower CleanDecelerationPlyometricRate of Force Development
When isolating aerobic capacity as a determinant of performance, traditional interventions have focused on increasing an individual’s VO2max. Based on the large acute improvements from a single positive psychology research study, investigations into the application of integrated psychophysiological strategies to optimize performance should be explored.
TSAC FacilitatorsExercise ScienceProgram designAerobic Endurance TrainingTSACTactical Performance TaskNeurofeedback Training
NSCA certifications can help differentiate you from the competition while joining the ranks of some of the top experts in the industry. Learn about the strength and conditioning certifications offered by the NSCA.
There is growing evidence that polarized endurance training is a promising method for optimizing a tactical athlete’s cardiovascular system, preparing for physical performance tests, allowing for a more full recovery during deployment, and allowing for safer return to duty after injury or deployment.
TSAC FacilitatorsExercise ScienceTSAC ReportEndurancecardiovascular fitnesstsac-ftactical strength and conditioning
The aim of this article is to review the research into the knowledge of personal trainers, their misconceptions, and to provide evidence-based strategies to help correct any misconceptions.
Personal trainersProfessional DevelopmentCritical ThinkingPersonal TrainersProfessional Development