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Assessing Agility Using the T Test, 5-10-5 Shuttle, and Illinois Test
May 1, 2017
Before implementing an agility training program, baseline measures of change of direction ability should be assessed. This article presents norms for three tests that can be used to assess change of direction ability.
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Creating Power – Alternative Bilateral and Unilateral Triple Extension Exercises
November 27, 2020
This article demonstrates how strength and conditioning coaches can coach power through non-traditional weightlifting exercises that can be taught quickly, to large groups, with less extensive technique correction.
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Central Concepts Related to Periodization
May 1, 2017
The ability to manage the adaptive response, handle accumulated fatigue, and capitalize on the aftereffects established from training is central to the training process.
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Bodyweight Progression to the One-Arm Push-Up
October 29, 2016
Learn to identify and understand the key factors of movement competency and skill acquisition, and how to develop an effective motor learning process using foundational movement patterns. In this session from the NSCA’s 2016 Personal Trainers Conference, Joe Sansalone explains how improving motor control and foundational movement patterns leads to optimal one-arm push-up skill acquisition.
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How to Leverage Wearable Fitness Technology to Increase Client Success
January 26, 2024
This article briefly discusses tips for personal trainers using wearable fitness devices, including how to help guide clients towards proper utilization, understanding, and application of the information provided.
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Case Study: Youth who play multiple sports tend to be healthier, become better athletes, and have a lot more fun
Here are more reasons why award-winning Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Scott Sahli is happy when kids are involved in multiple sports programs and supervised by certified strength coaches.
TSAC Report – Military Column – January 2024
June 7, 2024
The purpose of this article is to explore physical training interventions and their impact on military combat-centric roles for female soldiers.
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Upper Body Power for Law Enforcement Officers
January 6, 2023
This article discusses the benefits of an upper body power program for law enforcement officers and how to program this effectively.
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Squat Development – A Universal Progression for Novice to Professional Athletes
November 6, 2025
This Personal Training Quarterly article presents alternative ways of teaching the squat technique. Visit NSCA online to read more on exercise science, health, and fitness.
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Powerlifting Training for Sports
February 2, 2015
"Absolute strength affects speed and athleticism," according to world record powerlifter Matt Wenning. "You get strong to get faster." In this lecture from the NSCA's 2015 Coaches Conference, Matt discusses using powerlifting as a training method with athletes. Matt debunks myths and explains how training athletes to get stronger and more powerful benefits everyone, no matter the sport.
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