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Hierarchical Structure of Periodization Cycles
August 24, 2018
The periodization of training is facilitated by a hierarchical structure that allows for several distinct interrelated levels that can be used in the planning process. Each level of the periodization process should be based on the training goals established for the athlete or team.
Coaches Program design Periodization Program Design Training Load Training Volume
Knee Movement and Exercise Guidelines
July 29, 2019
This excerpt from NSCA’s Essentials of Personal Training discusses the importance of education on proper running surfaces, appropriate footwear, and the benefits of cross-training in addressing overuse of the knee.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Program design Client Consultation|Assessment
Combination Training: The Most Effective Way to Use Metabolic Resistance Training
July 30, 2012
Brad Schoenfeld, MS, CSCS, CSPS, NSCA-CPT, spoke at the NSCA's 2012 National Conference about combination training and its effect on metabolic resistance training.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design metabolic resistance training combination training aerobic exercise
Bridge: Core Training Progressions, with Loren Landow
May 1, 2015
Loren Landow shows some progressions for core training movements that he uses with his athletes.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design core training exercise progressions strength training strength and conditioning
Should You Be Training Your Personal Training Clients like Athletes
January 28, 2013
Jim Kielbaso, MS, CSCS, spoke at the NSCA's 2013 Personal Trainer Conference about finding balance between working with personal training clients vs athletes.
Personal trainers Program design Organization and Administration Personal Training Working with Athletes Working with Clients
Benefits of Exercise during Pregnancy
April 24, 2020
This excerpt briefly explains the benefits of exercise while pregnant.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Pregnancy Pelvic Floor Muscles Prenatal Exercise Healthy Lifestyle Habits
Include Closed-Chain and Open-Chained Core Exercises
December 26, 2020
This excerpt from Developing the Core briefly defines closed- and open-chain exercises and their respective roles in training.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Program design Closed-chain Exercise Open-chain Exercise Trunk Core Musculature
Metabolic Resistance Training: The Primary Principle
July 30, 2012
Brad Schoenfeld, MS, CSCS, CSPS, NSCA-CPT, spoke at the NSCA's 2012 National Conference on the primary principle of metabolic resistance training.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Program design metabolic total body squats rows large muscle groups
How to Improve Change-of-Direction Speed in Junior Team Sport Athletes
March 12, 2021
This infographic briefly explains the effects of horizontal jump training, vertical jump training, maximal strength training, and explosive strength training on change-of-direction ability in junior team sport athletes.
Personal trainers Coaches Program design Infographics Change-of-Direction Maximal Strength Explosive Strength hs-coaching
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