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Advanced Understanding of Olympic-Style Weightlifting for Sport
September 24, 2018
Some of the major misconceptions concerning Olympic-style weightlifting for sport are addressed in this article, providing evidence-based recommendations to better implement the snatch, clean and jerk, and their derivatives in the training of high school and collegiate athletes.
Coaches Program design Olympic Style Weightlifting Snatch Clean Jerk High School Coaching hs-coaching
Core Programming: Trunk Movement Complexes
June 1, 2017
The exerciser with 8 to 12 months of training experience can begin to include exercise complexes that combine trunk movement patterns with multijoint movements. Single-plane and multiplane movements can be performed using both open- and closed-chain exercises.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design exercise complexes core training strength and conditioning multijoint movements
Integrating Anaerobic Speed Reserve, Intermittent Fitness Test, and Maximum Aerobic Speed Tests for Comprehensive Fitness Evaluation in Soccer
November 17, 2023
This article aims to explain why integrating multiple tests such as Anaerobic Speed Reserve (ASR), Intermittent Fitness Test (IFT), and Maximum Aerobic Speed (MAS) can provide a comprehensive evaluation of soccer players’ fitness levels and help to design effective training programs tailored to their individual needs.
Coaches Program design Testing and Evaluation Soccer Fitness Intermittent Fitness Test Speed
Roles of Athletic Trainers and Strength and Conditioning Coaches
May 4, 2015
Two of the key people that an injured athlete will communicate with are the strength and conditioning coach and the athletic trainer. This article examines the roles of these two professionals in directing an athlete from an injury through the complete rehabilitation program and back to full participation in their sport.
Coaches Program design Organization and Administration Athletic Trainer Strength and Conditioning Coach Role of Athletic Trainer Strength Coach hs-coaching
Performing a Lactate Threshold Test
January 26, 2020
This excerpt from NSCA's Guide to Tests and Assessments briefly discusses the method behind a lactate threshold test and the pretest considerations one might take prior to this test.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Testing and Evaluation Lactate Threshold Energy Systems Blood Lactate ATP
Military Column – July 2025
October 16, 2025
This TSAC Report article highlights the need for recovery strategies to support both physical readiness and psychological resilience in military training. Visit NSCA online to learn more about tactical athletes.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Testing and Evaluation Safety Professional Development Exercise Research Cardiovascular conditioning Combat readiness Mental resilience endurance training High-intensity interval training Sport Science
Optimizing Performance – Strategic Approaches to Nutrition for Soccer Players
September 6, 2024
The purpose of this article is to emphasize the critical need for a nutrition strategy that aligns with the specific demands inherent in the sport of soccer.
Coaches Nutrition Soccer Nutrition Protein Hydration Carbohydrates Supplements Fats
The Role of Nitric Oxide in Tactical Performance
September 1, 2016
Supplements that claim to boost nitric oxide have not been proven to be all that effective since the actual conversion in the blood cell is rather complicated and requires oxygen, which is usually in short supply during exercise or at high altitude. So how does an athlete boost their nitric oxide production?
TSAC Facilitators Nutrition ergogenic aids supplements nutrition nitric oxide
Addressing Common Myths and Misconceptions About Youth Strength Training
September 13, 2024
This article sets out to address and dispel these myths, offering evidence-based insights into the significance, safety, and multifaceted benefits of strength training for youth.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Professional Development Youth Training LTAD Growth Flexibility Skill Development
Blood Biomarkers of Overtraining Syndrome
September 2, 2025
This Personal Training Quarterly article discusses blood biomarker monitoring as a vital tool in overtraining syndrome diagnostics and recovery. Visit NSCA online to read more on fitness news and exercise research.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Emergency Procedures Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Athlete Performance Overtraining Catecholamines Testosterone Blood Biomarkers Prolonged Physical Training Hormones
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