This column reviews recent literature that investigated the appropriateness of a commonly utilized on-duty exercise training modality for firefighters and describes the occupational demands of specialist tactical police officers.
This excerpt from Developing Speed demonstrates a fun drill aimed to develop the ability to make a cut step in response to a stimulus and to accelerate from this direction change.
CoachesExercise TechniqueProgram designAccelerationChange of DirectionForceCut Step
As activity levels decrease, and swelling and inflammation set in, maintaining a diet that promotes healing is essential to keeping weight under control and speeding up recovery.
TSAC FacilitatorsNutritioninjury recoverynutrition for injury recoveryweight managementTrisha Stavinoha
The primary focus of this article is to provide personal trainers with an evidence- and practice-based approach to exercise selection and implementation in those with low back pain.
Personal trainersExercise TechniqueProgram designClient Consultation|AssessmentLow Back PainPersonal TrainersMuscular DevelopmentFracture
TSAC expert Michael Bridges speaks at the 2015 NSCA National Conference. In this first video of the series, Bridges provides an overview of his article written for the 2015 edition of the NSCA’s Career Development Guide. Members can request a copy by emailing membership@nsca.com.
TSAC FacilitatorsOrganization and AdministrationProfessional Developmentmetabolic resistance trainingcombination trainingBrad Schoenfeld
The purpose of this article is to inform readers of a training tool which is both safe and effective in allowing swimmers to develop strength and power through a unique training protocol.
In this lecture from the NSCA's 2014 Coaches Conference, Dr. Bryan Mann addresses velocity-based training (VBT) in sports. Dr. Mann defines VBT as "the use of various devices that measure displacement and time" as he describes each device and its ability.
CoachesExercise ScienceProgram designvelocity based trainingVBTBryan MannStrength and ConditioningSports Performance
Dan Jahn, the owner of Maximum Sports Conditioning, talks to NSCA’s Coaching and Sport Science Program Manager, Eric McMahon, about cultural awareness for strength and conditioning coaches. Jahn discusses recent racial incidences related to coaches and athletes, and suggests ways that coaches and administrators can do better in promoting positive conversations around these difficult topics. Jahn also shares his experience as a private strength and conditioning business owner in the greater Seattle area and perspectives on being a well-rounded coach and mentor.
Find Dan on Instagram: @daniel_jahn and follow the NSCA Diversity and Inclusion Committee on Facebook | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs or Twitter: @ericmcmahoncscs
This article builds upon a previous article on the potential benefits personal trainers can offer clients by combining both cognitive and physical training.
Personal trainersExercise ScienceProgram designProfessional Development